HP Chromebook x360 (14a) vs. HP Chromebook x2 (12)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of HP Chromebook x360 (14a) and HP Chromebook x2 (12). 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

HP Chromebook x2 (12) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP Chromebook x2 (12) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

good battery life

sharp display resolution

versatile detachable keyboard

limited storage capacity

mediocre processor speed

fewer port options

no high-end graphics

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP Chromebook x360 (14a) and HP Chromebook x2 (12)
75 % - Design
72 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
83 % - Design
85 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP Chromebook x360 (14a) vs. HP Chromebook x2 (12) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP Chromebook x360 (14a) HP Chromebook x2 (12)
Product Type Chromebook - flip design Chromebook - with detachable keyboard
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.55 cm x 21.96 cm x 1.82 cm -
Weight 1.49 kg 1.44 kg
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) Ceramic white, aluminium cover finish
DISPLAY HP Chromebook x360 (14a) HP Chromebook x2 (12)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 12.3" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes Yes
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight WLED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 2400 x 1600 (2K)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 -
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC -
Features Full HD anti-glare, Micro Edge -
PROCESSOR HP Chromebook x360 (14a) HP Chromebook x2 (12)
CPU Intel Celeron N4020 / 1.1 GHz Intel Core m3 (7th Gen) 7Y30 / 1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.8 GHz 2.6 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache L2 - 4 MB 4 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
Features Intel Burst Technology Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY HP Chromebook x360 (14a) HP Chromebook x2 (12)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC LPDDR3 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 1866 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 1866 MHz
STORAGE HP Chromebook x360 (14a) HP Chromebook x2 (12)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 64 GB eMMC 64 GB eMMC
AUDIO & VIDEO HP Chromebook x360 (14a) HP Chromebook x2 (12)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 600 Intel HD Graphics 615
Camera Yes - HD Yes
Resolution - 13 Megapixel (rear), 5 Megapixel (front)
Camera Features HP Wide Vision HD HP Wide Vision
Video Resolutions 720p -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Audio Features Bang & Olufsen Audio Bang & Olufsen Audio
COMMUNICATIONS HP Chromebook x360 (14a) HP Chromebook x2 (12)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2
Wireless Controller Realtek RTL8822CE -
Features Miracast, dual stream (2x2), MU-MIMO Miracast, dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY HP Chromebook x360 (14a) HP Chromebook x2 (12)
Technology 2-cell lithium polymer 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 47 Wh 48 Wh
Battery Life Up to 12.25 hours -
AC ADAPTER HP Chromebook x360 (14a) HP Chromebook x2 (12)
Output 45 Watt 45 Watt
INPUT HP Chromebook x360 (14a) HP Chromebook x2 (12)
Type Keyboard, imagepad Keyboard, touchpad
Features Multi-touch ImagePad Multi-touch touchpad, gesture function
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP Chromebook x360 (14a) HP Chromebook x2 (12)
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
2 x USB 3.0
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (SD Card)
SOFTWARE HP Chromebook x360 (14a) HP Chromebook x2 (12)
Operating System (OS) Google Chrome OS - English Google Chrome OS - English
Software Included Google One (100 GB Cloud Storage) (free for 1 year) -
MISCELLANEOUS HP Chromebook x360 (14a) HP Chromebook x2 (12)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Stylus, power adapter, keyboard
Integrated Options Accelerometer, gyroscope Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, digital compass, gyro sensor, hall sensor
Security Google Security Chip H1 -
Features HP Fast Charge Google H1 security chip
Compliant Standards RED -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Silver -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year - pick-up and return Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number ca0004na f000na
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