Lenovo 100e Chromebook (2nd Gen) MTK (81QB) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo 100e Chromebook (2nd Gen) MTK (81QB) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

rugged durability

affordable price

lightweight design

efficient battery life

simple Chrome OS

limited storage capacity

basic display quality

minimal connectivity options

modest performance capabilities

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 Lenovo 100e Chromebook (2nd Gen) MTK (81QB) and ASUS Chromebook Flip CM5 (CM5500FDA)
72 % - Design
66 % - Display
45 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
65 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo 100e Chromebook (2nd Gen) MTK (81QB) vs. ASUS Chromebook Flip CM5 (CM5500FDA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo 100e Chromebook (2nd Gen) MTK (81QB) ASUS Chromebook Flip CM5 (CM5500FDA)
Product Type Chromebook Chromebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 29 cm x 20.4 cm x 2.04 cm 35.76 cm x 24.08 cm x 1.85 cm
Weight 1.21 kg 1.95 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS Aluminum, plastic
Colour Black Black (top), mineral grey (LCD cover), gun grey (bottom)
DISPLAY Lenovo 100e Chromebook (2nd Gen) MTK (81QB) ASUS Chromebook Flip CM5 (CM5500FDA)
Screen Size (Type) 11.6" 15.6"
Touchscreen - Yes
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (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
Features - Glossy, Wide-View (IPS)
PROCESSOR Lenovo 100e Chromebook (2nd Gen) MTK (81QB) ASUS Chromebook Flip CM5 (CM5500FDA)
CPU MediaTek MT8173c / 2.1 GHz AMD Ryzen 5 3500C / 2.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 3.7 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache - 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo 100e Chromebook (2nd Gen) MTK (81QB) ASUS Chromebook Flip CM5 (CM5500FDA)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR3 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 933 MHz -
Rated Speed 1866 MHz -
STORAGE Lenovo 100e Chromebook (2nd Gen) MTK (81QB) ASUS Chromebook Flip CM5 (CM5500FDA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 32 GB eMMC - eMMC 5.1 64 GB eMMC
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo 100e Chromebook (2nd Gen) MTK (81QB) ASUS Chromebook Flip CM5 (CM5500FDA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) PowerVR GX6250 AMD Radeon Graphics
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Harman/kardon stereo speakers, array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC5650 -
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo 100e Chromebook (2nd Gen) MTK (81QB) ASUS Chromebook Flip CM5 (CM5500FDA)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Wireless Controller Marvell 88W8897 -
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo 100e Chromebook (2nd Gen) MTK (81QB) ASUS Chromebook Flip CM5 (CM5500FDA)
Technology Lithium Ion 3-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 42 Wh 57 Wh
Battery Life Up to 10 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo 100e Chromebook (2nd Gen) MTK (81QB) ASUS Chromebook Flip CM5 (CM5500FDA)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt 45 Watt, 15 V, 3 A
INPUT Lenovo 100e Chromebook (2nd Gen) MTK (81QB) ASUS Chromebook Flip CM5 (CM5500FDA)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Spill-resistant, anti-pry key caps Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo 100e Chromebook (2nd Gen) MTK (81QB) ASUS Chromebook Flip CM5 (CM5500FDA)
Interfaces USB-C 3.0 (Power Delivery)
USB 3.0
HDMI
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 4 in 1 Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo 100e Chromebook (2nd Gen) MTK (81QB) ASUS Chromebook Flip CM5 (CM5500FDA)
Operating System (OS) Google Chrome OS - English Google Chrome OS
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo 100e Chromebook (2nd Gen) MTK (81QB) ASUS Chromebook Flip CM5 (CM5500FDA)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) Security Chip Titan-C Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features MIL-STD-810G tested -
Compliant Standards RoHS -
SAR Value 0.09 W/kg (body), 0.09 W/kg (limb) -
Repairability Index - 6.2 (out of 10)
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number - E60081
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