HP Chromebook x360 (14a) vs. Lenovo 500e Chromebook (2nd Gen) (81MC)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of HP Chromebook x360 (14a) and Lenovo 500e Chromebook (2nd Gen) (81MC). 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

Lenovo 500e Chromebook (2nd Gen) (81MC) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo 500e Chromebook (2nd Gen) (81MC) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

rugged build quality

360-degree hinge versatility

affordable price point

responsive touchscreen

stylus included

mediocre performance

low storage capacity

dim display

limited app compatibility

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP Chromebook x360 (14a) and Lenovo 500e Chromebook (2nd Gen) (81MC)
75 % - Design
72 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
69 % - Design
66 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP Chromebook x360 (14a) vs. Lenovo 500e Chromebook (2nd Gen) (81MC) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP Chromebook x360 (14a) Lenovo 500e Chromebook (2nd Gen) (81MC)
Product Type Chromebook - flip design Chromebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.55 cm x 21.96 cm x 1.82 cm 29 cm x 20.4 cm x 2.035 cm
Weight 1.49 kg 1.31 kg
Case Material - Polycarbonate ABS
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
DISPLAY HP Chromebook x360 (14a) Lenovo 500e Chromebook (2nd Gen) (81MC)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 11.6" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes Yes (10-point multi-touch)
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 16:9
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC -
Features Full HD anti-glare, Micro Edge Anti-fingerprint
PROCESSOR HP Chromebook x360 (14a) Lenovo 500e Chromebook (2nd Gen) (81MC)
CPU Intel Celeron N4020 / 1.1 GHz Intel Celeron N4100 / 1.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.8 GHz 2.4 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache L2 - 4 MB 4 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
Features Intel Burst Technology Integrated memory controller
MEMORY HP Chromebook x360 (14a) Lenovo 500e Chromebook (2nd Gen) (81MC)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC LPDDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 2400 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 2400 MHz
STORAGE HP Chromebook x360 (14a) Lenovo 500e Chromebook (2nd Gen) (81MC)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 64 GB eMMC 32 GB eMMC - eMMC 5.1
AUDIO & VIDEO HP Chromebook x360 (14a) Lenovo 500e Chromebook (2nd Gen) (81MC)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 600 Intel UHD Graphics 600
Camera Yes - HD Yes - 720p (front)
Resolution - 5 Megapixel (rear)
Camera Features HP Wide Vision HD -
Video Resolutions 720p -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Codec - MAX98357A
Audio Features Bang & Olufsen Audio -
COMMUNICATIONS HP Chromebook x360 (14a) Lenovo 500e Chromebook (2nd Gen) (81MC)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2
Wireless Controller Realtek RTL8822CE Intel Wireless-AC 9560 - M.2 Card
Features Miracast, dual stream (2x2), MU-MIMO -
BATTERY HP Chromebook x360 (14a) Lenovo 500e Chromebook (2nd Gen) (81MC)
Technology 2-cell lithium polymer Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 47 Wh 42 Wh
Battery Life Up to 12.25 hours Up to 10 hours
AC ADAPTER HP Chromebook x360 (14a) Lenovo 500e Chromebook (2nd Gen) (81MC)
Input - AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt 45 Watt
INPUT HP Chromebook x360 (14a) Lenovo 500e Chromebook (2nd Gen) (81MC)
Type Keyboard, imagepad Keyboard, digitizer, touchpad, digital pen
Features Multi-touch ImagePad Spill-resistant, anti-pry key caps
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP Chromebook x360 (14a) Lenovo 500e Chromebook (2nd Gen) (81MC)
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-C 3.0
2 x USB 3.0
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE HP Chromebook x360 (14a) Lenovo 500e Chromebook (2nd Gen) (81MC)
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) Lenovo 500e Chromebook (2nd Gen) (81MC)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter USB-C power adapter, Lenovo Chrome Pen
Integrated Options Accelerometer, gyroscope -
Security Google Security Chip H1 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 RoHS
SAR Value - 0.63 W/kg (body), 0.63 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 - pick-up and return
Model Number ca0004na -
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