HP Chromebook x360 (12b) vs. Acer Chromebook Spin 314 (CP314)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of HP Chromebook x360 (12b) and Acer Chromebook Spin 314 (CP314). Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

HP Chromebook x360 (12b) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP Chromebook x360 (12b) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

360-degree hinge versatility

compact and lightweight

decent battery life

touchscreen functionality

limited storage capacity

average performance

no backlit keyboard

fewer port options

Acer Chromebook Spin 314 (CP314) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Acer Chromebook Spin 314 (CP314) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

flexible 360-degree hinge

affordable price point

decent battery life

responsive touch display

lightweight design

mediocre performance

limited storage capacity

average build quality

no backlit keyboard

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP Chromebook x360 (12b) and Acer Chromebook Spin 314 (CP314)
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
76 % - Design
63 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP Chromebook x360 (12b) vs. Acer Chromebook Spin 314 (CP314) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP Chromebook x360 (12b) Acer Chromebook Spin 314 (CP314)
Product Type Chromebook - flip design Chromebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 27.2 cm x 21.6 cm x 1.73 cm 32.64 cm x 22.75 cm x 1.995 cm
Weight 1.35 kg 1.5 kg
Case Material - Polycarbonate, ABS plastic
Colour Ceramic white, matte finish (cover and base) | Natural silver (keyboard frame and base), ceramic white (cover), matte base finish, paint cover and keyboard frame Pure silver
DISPLAY HP Chromebook x360 (12b) Acer Chromebook Spin 314 (CP314)
Screen Size (Type) 12" - IPS 14"
Touchscreen Yes Yes (multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 912 (HD+) 1366 x 768 (HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Brightness 235 cd/m² 220 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 50% NTSC -
Features Anti-glare, Micro Edge Corning Gorilla glass, glare, CineCrystal, 10 ms response rate, one glass metal mesh (OGM)
PROCESSOR HP Chromebook x360 (12b) Acer Chromebook Spin 314 (CP314)
CPU Intel Celeron N4020 / 1.1 GHz Intel Celeron N4500 / 1.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.8 GHz 2.8 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache 4 MB L3 - 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features - Intel Burst Technology
MEMORY HP Chromebook x360 (12b) Acer Chromebook Spin 314 (CP314)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR4 SDRAM LPDDR4X SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz -
Rated Speed 2400 MHz -
STORAGE HP Chromebook x360 (12b) Acer Chromebook Spin 314 (CP314)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 64 GB eMMC 64 GB eMMC - Kingston
AUDIO & VIDEO HP Chromebook x360 (12b) Acer Chromebook Spin 314 (CP314)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 600 Intel UHD Graphics
Camera Yes - HD Yes - HD
Camera Features HP Wide Vision HD -
Video Resolutions 720p -
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, two microphones
Compliant Standards - DTS Sound
Audio Features Bang & Olufsen Audio -
COMMUNICATIONS HP Chromebook x360 (12b) Acer Chromebook Spin 314 (CP314)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller Intel Wireless-AC 9560 Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 - M.2 1216
Features Miracast, dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2), MU-MIMO
BATTERY HP Chromebook x360 (12b) Acer Chromebook Spin 314 (CP314)
Technology 2-cell lithium polymer 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 40.31 Wh 48 Wh
Battery Life Up to 13.25 hours Up to 10 hours
AC ADAPTER HP Chromebook x360 (12b) Acer Chromebook Spin 314 (CP314)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt 45 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V
INPUT HP Chromebook x360 (12b) Acer Chromebook Spin 314 (CP314)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Features Multi-touch touchpad, touchpad with gesture support Multi-gesture touch pad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP Chromebook x360 (12b) Acer Chromebook Spin 314 (CP314)
Interfaces 2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort 1.2 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
USB 3.1 Gen 1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (DC-In combo, Power Delivery)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE HP Chromebook x360 (12b) Acer Chromebook Spin 314 (CP314)
Operating System (OS) Google Chrome OS - English Google Chrome OS
Software Included Google Drive (100 GB Cloud Storage) (free for 1 year) -
MISCELLANEOUS HP Chromebook x360 (12b) Acer Chromebook Spin 314 (CP314)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Integrated Options Accelerometer, magnetometer Accelerometer
Security Google Security Chip H1 -
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features MU-MIMO technology Volume control
SAR Value - 0.9 W/kg (body), 0.9 W/kg (limb), 0.9 W/kg (head)
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in
International travellers warranty - 1 year
Model Number ca0500na 1H
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