HP Chromebook x360 (14a) vs. Acer Chromebook 311 (CB311)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of HP Chromebook x360 (14a) and Acer Chromebook 311 (CB311). 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 (14a) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP Chromebook x360 (14a) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

flexible 360-degree hinge

affordable price point

lightweight design

decent battery life

chrome os integration

limited storage capacity

average display quality

no high-end processor

fewer ports available

Acer Chromebook 311 (CB311) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Acer Chromebook 311 (CB311) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight and portable

affordable price point

long battery life

solid build quality

efficient Chrome OS

limited storage capacity

mediocre display resolution

restricted app compatibility

modest processing power

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP Chromebook x360 (14a) and Acer Chromebook 311 (CB311)
75 % - Design
72 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
72 % - Design
63 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP Chromebook x360 (14a) vs. Acer Chromebook 311 (CB311) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP Chromebook x360 (14a) Acer Chromebook 311 (CB311)
Product Type Chromebook - flip design Chromebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.55 cm x 21.96 cm x 1.82 cm 29.02 cm x 20.6 cm x 1.88 cm
Weight 1.49 kg 1 kg
Case Material - Polycarbonate, ABS plastic
Colour Natural silver (keyboard frame and base), ceramic white (cover), paint finish (cover), textured base, matte keyboard frame finish | Mineral silver (cover), natural silver (keyboard frame and base), paint finish (cover), textured base, matte keyboard frame finish | Mineral silver (cover), natural silver (keyboard frame and base) Pure silver
DISPLAY HP Chromebook x360 (14a) Acer Chromebook 311 (CB311)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 11.6"
Touchscreen Yes -
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1366 x 768 (HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 -
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 220 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC -
Features Full HD anti-glare, Micro Edge Anti-glare, 8 ms response rate
PROCESSOR HP Chromebook x360 (14a) Acer Chromebook 311 (CB311)
CPU Intel Celeron N4020 / 1.1 GHz MediaTek MT8183 / 2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.8 GHz -
Number of Cores Dual-Core 8-core
Cache L2 - 4 MB L2 - 1 MB
Features Intel Burst Technology -
MEMORY HP Chromebook x360 (14a) Acer Chromebook 311 (CB311)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB
RAM Type LPDDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC LPDDR4X SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz -
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 4266 MHz
STORAGE HP Chromebook x360 (14a) Acer Chromebook 311 (CB311)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 64 GB eMMC 32 GB eMMC - Kingston
AUDIO & VIDEO HP Chromebook x360 (14a) Acer Chromebook 311 (CB311)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 600 ARM Mali-G72 MP3
Memory Allocation Technology - Shared Video Memory (UMA)
Camera Yes - HD Yes - HD
Camera Features HP Wide Vision HD -
Video Resolutions 720p -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Audio Features Bang & Olufsen Audio -
COMMUNICATIONS HP Chromebook x360 (14a) Acer Chromebook 311 (CB311)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller Realtek RTL8822CE Qualcomm QCA6174A
Features Miracast, dual stream (2x2), MU-MIMO Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY HP Chromebook x360 (14a) Acer Chromebook 311 (CB311)
Technology 2-cell lithium polymer -
Battery Capacity (Size) 47 Wh 36 Wh
Battery Life Up to 12.25 hours -
AC ADAPTER HP Chromebook x360 (14a) Acer Chromebook 311 (CB311)
Input - AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt 45 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V
INPUT HP Chromebook x360 (14a) Acer Chromebook 311 (CB311)
Type Keyboard, imagepad Keyboard, touchpad
Features Multi-touch ImagePad -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP Chromebook x360 (14a) Acer Chromebook 311 (CB311)
Interfaces 2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort 1.2 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 2.0
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (DC-In combo, Power Delivery)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE HP Chromebook x360 (14a) Acer Chromebook 311 (CB311)
Operating System (OS) Google Chrome OS - English Google Chrome OS
Software Included Google One (100 GB Cloud Storage) (free for 1 year) -
MISCELLANEOUS HP Chromebook x360 (14a) Acer Chromebook 311 (CB311)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter USB-C power adapter
Integrated Options Accelerometer, gyroscope -
Security Google Security Chip H1 -
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features HP Fast Charge -
Compliant Standards RED -
SAR Value - 0.237 W/kg (body), 0.237 W/kg (head), 0.237 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Silver -
TCO Certified - TCO Certified Notebooks 8
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 ca0004na 11H
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