HP Chromebook x360 (12b) vs. Lenovo 300e Chromebook Gen 3 (82J9)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of HP Chromebook x360 (12b) and Lenovo 300e Chromebook Gen 3 (82J9). 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

Lenovo 300e Chromebook Gen 3 (82J9) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo 300e Chromebook Gen 3 (82J9) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

rugged build quality

affordable price point

360-degree hinge design

touchscreen functionality

lightweight and portable

mediocre display quality

limited storage capacity

average processing power

fewer connectivity options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP Chromebook x360 (12b) and Lenovo 300e Chromebook Gen 3 (82J9)
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
73 % - Design
63 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
76 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP Chromebook x360 (12b) vs. Lenovo 300e Chromebook Gen 3 (82J9) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP Chromebook x360 (12b) Lenovo 300e Chromebook Gen 3 (82J9)
Product Type Chromebook - flip design Chromebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 27.2 cm x 21.6 cm x 1.73 cm 28.96 cm x 20.24 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.35 kg 1.33 kg
Case Material - Polycarbonate ABS
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 Grey
DISPLAY HP Chromebook x360 (12b) Lenovo 300e Chromebook Gen 3 (82J9)
Screen Size (Type) 12" - IPS 11.6" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes Yes (10-point multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 912 (HD+) 1366 x 768 (HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:9
Image Brightness 235 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 50% NTSC 50% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, Micro Edge Glossy, Corning Gorilla glass, anti-fingerprint, capacitive touch screen, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR HP Chromebook x360 (12b) Lenovo 300e Chromebook Gen 3 (82J9)
CPU Intel Celeron N4020 / 1.1 GHz AMD 3000 Series 3015Ce / 1.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.8 GHz 2.3 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache 4 MB L3 - 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY HP Chromebook x360 (12b) Lenovo 300e Chromebook Gen 3 (82J9)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 1600 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 3200 MHz
STORAGE HP Chromebook x360 (12b) Lenovo 300e Chromebook Gen 3 (82J9)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 64 GB eMMC 32 GB eMMC - eMMC 5.01
AUDIO & VIDEO HP Chromebook x360 (12b) Lenovo 300e Chromebook Gen 3 (82J9)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 600 AMD Radeon Graphics
Memory Allocation Technology - Shared Video Memory (UMA)
Max Monitors Supported - 2 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes - HD Yes - 720p (front)
Resolution - 5 Megapixel (rear)
Camera Features HP Wide Vision HD Rear camera auto focus, privacy shutter, front camera with fixed focus
Video Resolutions 720p -
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC5682I-CGT
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio
Audio Features Bang & Olufsen Audio -
COMMUNICATIONS HP Chromebook x360 (12b) Lenovo 300e Chromebook Gen 3 (82J9)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller Intel Wireless-AC 9560 Realtek RTL8822CE - M.2 Card
Features Miracast, dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation - 4G
Technology - LTE Advanced
Controller - FIBOCOM L850-GL - M.2 Card
BATTERY HP Chromebook x360 (12b) Lenovo 300e Chromebook Gen 3 (82J9)
Technology 2-cell lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 40.31 Wh 47 Wh
Battery Life Up to 13.25 hours Up to 10.8 hours
AC ADAPTER HP Chromebook x360 (12b) Lenovo 300e Chromebook Gen 3 (82J9)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT HP Chromebook x360 (12b) Lenovo 300e Chromebook Gen 3 (82J9)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, digitizer, touchpad, digital pen
Features Multi-touch touchpad, touchpad with gesture support Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Chrome keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP Chromebook x360 (12b) Lenovo 300e Chromebook Gen 3 (82J9)
Slots - 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free)
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
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE HP Chromebook x360 (12b) Lenovo 300e Chromebook Gen 3 (82J9)
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) Lenovo 300e Chromebook Gen 3 (82J9)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter, Lenovo USI Pen
Integrated Options Accelerometer, magnetometer -
Security Google Security Chip H1 Google Security Chip H1
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features MU-MIMO technology Rubber bumper, MIL-STD-810H tested
Compliant Standards - RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Silver
TCO Certified - TCO Certified Notebooks 8
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number ca0500na -
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