Lenovo 100e Chromebook (2nd Gen) MTK (81QB) vs. ASUS CL5500FDA (E60128)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo 100e Chromebook (2nd Gen) MTK (81QB) and ASUS CL5500FDA (E60128). Compare sizes, performance, storage capacities, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right laptop for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the laptop that will best fit your needs.

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 CL5500FDA (E60128) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS CL5500FDA (E60128) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

high-resolution display

lightweight design

fast processor

affordable price

good battery life

limited storage capacity

no thunderbolt support

average build quality

mediocre speakers

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo 100e Chromebook (2nd Gen) MTK (81QB) and ASUS CL5500FDA (E60128)
72 % - Design
66 % - Display
45 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo 100e Chromebook (2nd Gen) MTK (81QB) vs. ASUS CL5500FDA (E60128) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo 100e Chromebook (2nd Gen) MTK (81QB) ASUS CL5500FDA (E60128)
Product Type Chromebook Chromebook
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 CL5500FDA (E60128)
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, WideView
PROCESSOR Lenovo 100e Chromebook (2nd Gen) MTK (81QB) ASUS CL5500FDA (E60128)
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 - L3 - 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo 100e Chromebook (2nd Gen) MTK (81QB) ASUS CL5500FDA (E60128)
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 CL5500FDA (E60128)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 32 GB eMMC - eMMC 5.1 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo 100e Chromebook (2nd Gen) MTK (81QB) ASUS CL5500FDA (E60128)
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 CL5500FDA (E60128)
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 CL5500FDA (E60128)
Technology Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 42 Wh 57 Wh
Battery Life Up to 10 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo 100e Chromebook (2nd Gen) MTK (81QB) ASUS CL5500FDA (E60128)
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 CL5500FDA (E60128)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad, stylus
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Spill-resistant, anti-pry key caps Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo 100e Chromebook (2nd Gen) MTK (81QB) ASUS CL5500FDA (E60128)
Interfaces USB-C 3.0 (Power Delivery)
USB 3.0
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 2
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo 100e Chromebook (2nd Gen) MTK (81QB) ASUS CL5500FDA (E60128)
Operating System (OS) Google Chrome OS - English Google Chrome OS
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo 100e Chromebook (2nd Gen) MTK (81QB) ASUS CL5500FDA (E60128)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Stylus, USB-C 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 -
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