HP Chromebook x360 (12b) vs. ASUS CB9400CEA (HU0197)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of HP Chromebook x360 (12b) and ASUS CB9400CEA (HU0197). Compare sizes, performance, storage capacities, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right laptop for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the laptop that will best fit your needs.

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

ASUS CB9400CEA (HU0197) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS CB9400CEA (HU0197) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

high-resolution display

lightweight design

fast charging support

solid build quality

competitive price

average battery life

limited storage capacity

no dedicated GPU

basic audio system

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP Chromebook x360 (12b) and ASUS CB9400CEA (HU0197)
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
86 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP Chromebook x360 (12b) vs. ASUS CB9400CEA (HU0197) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP Chromebook x360 (12b) ASUS CB9400CEA (HU0197)
Product Type Chromebook - flip design Chromebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 27.2 cm x 21.6 cm x 1.73 cm 32.22 cm x 20.49 cm x 1.8 cm
Weight 1.35 kg 1.15 kg
Case Material - Aluminium alloy
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 Star black
DISPLAY HP Chromebook x360 (12b) ASUS CB9400CEA (HU0197)
Screen Size (Type) 12" - IPS 14"
Touchscreen Yes Yes
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1366 x 912 (HD+) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:9
Image Brightness 235 cd/m² 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 50% NTSC 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare, Micro Edge Glossy, WideView, NanoEdge display, one glass metal mesh (OGM), 92% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR HP Chromebook x360 (12b) ASUS CB9400CEA (HU0197)
CPU Intel Celeron N4020 / 1.1 GHz Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.8 GHz 4.2 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 4 MB 8 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features - Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY HP Chromebook x360 (12b) ASUS CB9400CEA (HU0197)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR4 SDRAM LPDDR4X SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz -
Rated Speed 2400 MHz -
STORAGE HP Chromebook x360 (12b) ASUS CB9400CEA (HU0197)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 64 GB eMMC 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO HP Chromebook x360 (12b) ASUS CB9400CEA (HU0197)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 600 Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - HD Yes - 720p
Camera Features HP Wide Vision HD Privacy shutter, World Facing Camera
Video Resolutions 720p -
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Harman/kardon stereo speakers, array microphone
Audio Features Bang & Olufsen Audio Output: Smart Amp
COMMUNICATIONS HP Chromebook x360 (12b) ASUS CB9400CEA (HU0197)
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 -
Features Miracast, dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY HP Chromebook x360 (12b) ASUS CB9400CEA (HU0197)
Technology 2-cell lithium polymer 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 40.31 Wh 50 Wh
Battery Life Up to 13.25 hours -
AC ADAPTER HP Chromebook x360 (12b) ASUS CB9400CEA (HU0197)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt 45 Watt, 15 V, 3 A
INPUT HP Chromebook x360 (12b) ASUS CB9400CEA (HU0197)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, NumberPad
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad, touchpad with gesture support Spill-resistant, chiclet keyboard, 1.5mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP Chromebook x360 (12b) ASUS CB9400CEA (HU0197)
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
USB 3.2 Gen 2
2 x Thunderbolt 4 (supports DisplayPort) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE HP Chromebook x360 (12b) ASUS CB9400CEA (HU0197)
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) ASUS CB9400CEA (HU0197)
Included Accessories Power adapter Sleeve, USB-C power adapter
Integrated Options Accelerometer, magnetometer -
Security Google Security Chip H1 Titan-C Security Chip, fingerprint reader
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 ErgoLift, MIL-STD-810H tested
Compliant Standards - RoHS
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year - pick-up and return -
Model Number ca0500na -
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