HP Chromebook x360 (14a) vs. ASUS Chromebook Flip CM5 (CM5500FDA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of HP Chromebook x360 (14a) and ASUS Chromebook Flip CM5 (CM5500FDA). 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

ASUS Chromebook Flip CM5 (CM5500FDA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS Chromebook Flip CM5 (CM5500FDA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

versatile 360-degree hinge

responsive touchscreen display

stylish orange accents

comfortable backlit keyboard

decent battery life

mediocre speaker quality

limited storage capacity

no high-resolution options

average processing power.

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP Chromebook x360 (14a) and ASUS Chromebook Flip CM5 (CM5500FDA)
75 % - Design
72 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
65 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP Chromebook x360 (14a) vs. ASUS Chromebook Flip CM5 (CM5500FDA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP Chromebook x360 (14a) ASUS Chromebook Flip CM5 (CM5500FDA)
Product Type Chromebook - flip design Chromebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.55 cm x 21.96 cm x 1.82 cm 35.76 cm x 24.08 cm x 1.85 cm
Weight 1.49 kg 1.95 kg
Case Material - Aluminum, 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) Black (top), mineral grey (LCD cover), gun grey (bottom)
DISPLAY HP Chromebook x360 (14a) ASUS Chromebook Flip CM5 (CM5500FDA)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 15.6"
Touchscreen Yes Yes
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features Full HD anti-glare, Micro Edge Glossy, Wide-View (IPS)
PROCESSOR HP Chromebook x360 (14a) ASUS Chromebook Flip CM5 (CM5500FDA)
CPU Intel Celeron N4020 / 1.1 GHz AMD Ryzen 5 3500C / 2.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.8 GHz 3.7 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache L2 - 4 MB 4 MB
Features Intel Burst Technology -
MEMORY HP Chromebook x360 (14a) ASUS Chromebook Flip CM5 (CM5500FDA)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz -
Rated Speed 2400 MHz -
STORAGE HP Chromebook x360 (14a) ASUS Chromebook Flip CM5 (CM5500FDA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 64 GB eMMC 64 GB eMMC
AUDIO & VIDEO HP Chromebook x360 (14a) ASUS Chromebook Flip CM5 (CM5500FDA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 600 AMD Radeon Graphics
Camera Yes - HD Yes - 720p
Camera Features HP Wide Vision HD -
Video Resolutions 720p -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Harman/kardon stereo speakers, array microphone
Audio Features Bang & Olufsen Audio -
COMMUNICATIONS HP Chromebook x360 (14a) ASUS Chromebook Flip CM5 (CM5500FDA)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Wireless Controller Realtek RTL8822CE -
Features Miracast, dual stream (2x2), MU-MIMO Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY HP Chromebook x360 (14a) ASUS Chromebook Flip CM5 (CM5500FDA)
Technology 2-cell lithium polymer 3-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 47 Wh 57 Wh
Battery Life Up to 12.25 hours -
AC ADAPTER HP Chromebook x360 (14a) ASUS Chromebook Flip CM5 (CM5500FDA)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt 45 Watt, 15 V, 3 A
INPUT HP Chromebook x360 (14a) ASUS Chromebook Flip CM5 (CM5500FDA)
Type Keyboard, imagepad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Multi-touch ImagePad Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP Chromebook x360 (14a) ASUS Chromebook Flip CM5 (CM5500FDA)
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 3.2 Gen 2
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE HP Chromebook x360 (14a) ASUS Chromebook Flip CM5 (CM5500FDA)
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) ASUS Chromebook Flip CM5 (CM5500FDA)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Integrated Options Accelerometer, gyroscope -
Security Google Security Chip H1 Titan-C Security Chip
Features HP Fast Charge -
Compliant Standards RED -
Repairability Index - 6.2 (out of 10)
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 - pick-up and return
Model Number ca0004na E60081
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