HP Chromebook x360 (14a) vs. Acer Chromebook 516 GE (CBG516)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of HP Chromebook x360 (14a) and Acer Chromebook 516 GE (CBG516). 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 (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 516 GE (CBG516) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Acer Chromebook 516 GE (CBG516) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

high refresh rate display

rgb keyboard lighting

wi-fi 6 support

1080p webcam

good stereo speakers

limited storage capacity

no HDMI port

average battery life

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP Chromebook x360 (14a) and Acer Chromebook 516 GE (CBG516)
75 % - Design
72 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
81 % - Design
86 % - Display
60 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP Chromebook x360 (14a) vs. Acer Chromebook 516 GE (CBG516) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP Chromebook x360 (14a) Acer Chromebook 516 GE (CBG516)
Product Type Chromebook - flip design Chromebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.55 cm x 21.96 cm x 1.82 cm 35.65 cm x 24.96 cm x 2.13 cm
Weight 1.49 kg 2 kg
Case Material - Anodised aluminium
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) Titanium grey
DISPLAY HP Chromebook x360 (14a) Acer Chromebook 516 GE (CBG516)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 16" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes -
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 120 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 350 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 100% sRGB
Features Full HD anti-glare, Micro Edge Anti-glare, matte, ComfyView, 25 ms response rate, Narrow Border Display
PROCESSOR HP Chromebook x360 (14a) Acer Chromebook 516 GE (CBG516)
CPU Intel Celeron N4020 / 1.1 GHz Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1240P / 1.7 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.8 GHz 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 12-core
Cache L2 - 4 MB 12 MB
Features Intel Burst Technology Intel Smart Cache, Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost)
MEMORY HP Chromebook x360 (14a) Acer Chromebook 516 GE (CBG516)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC LPDDR4X SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz -
Rated Speed 2400 MHz -
STORAGE HP Chromebook x360 (14a) Acer Chromebook 516 GE (CBG516)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 64 GB eMMC 256 GB SSD PCIe - Western Digital
AUDIO & VIDEO HP Chromebook x360 (14a) Acer Chromebook 516 GE (CBG516)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 600 Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - HD Yes - Full HD
Camera Features HP Wide Vision HD Temporal Noise Reduction
Video Resolutions 720p 1920 x 1080
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Four speakers, two microphones
Compliant Standards - DTS Sound, Smart Amplifier
Audio Features Bang & Olufsen Audio -
COMMUNICATIONS HP Chromebook x360 (14a) Acer Chromebook 516 GE (CBG516)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Realtek RTL8822CE Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 - M.2 1216
Network Interface - 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet
Features Miracast, dual stream (2x2), MU-MIMO Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY HP Chromebook x360 (14a) Acer Chromebook 516 GE (CBG516)
Technology 2-cell lithium polymer 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 47 Wh 65 Wh
Battery Life Up to 12.25 hours Up to 10 hours
AC ADAPTER HP Chromebook x360 (14a) Acer Chromebook 516 GE (CBG516)
Output 45 Watt 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V
INPUT HP Chromebook x360 (14a) Acer Chromebook 516 GE (CBG516)
Type Keyboard, imagepad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Multi-touch ImagePad Anti-ghosting, moisture-resistant, OceanGlass touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP Chromebook x360 (14a) Acer Chromebook 516 GE (CBG516)
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
HDMI
USB 3.2 Gen 2
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (DC-In combo, Power Delivery)
LAN (RJ-45)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE HP Chromebook x360 (14a) Acer Chromebook 516 GE (CBG516)
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 516 GE (CBG516)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter USB-C power adapter, 3-cell Li-Ion 65Wh battery
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 - 1.17 W/kg (body), 1.17 W/kg (head), 1.17 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Silver -
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 1H
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