Lenovo 14e Chromebook Gen 2 (82M1) vs. Acer Chromebook Spin 314 (CP314)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo 14e Chromebook Gen 2 (82M1) and Acer Chromebook Spin 314 (CP314). 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 14e Chromebook Gen 2 (82M1) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo 14e Chromebook Gen 2 (82M1) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

efficient battery life

solid build quality

fast boot-up

limited storage capacity

average display resolution

modest processor power

no backlit keyboard

Acer Chromebook Spin 314 (CP314) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Acer Chromebook Spin 314 (CP314) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

flexible 360-degree hinge

affordable price point

decent battery life

responsive touch display

lightweight design

mediocre performance

limited storage capacity

average build quality

no backlit keyboard

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo 14e Chromebook Gen 2 (82M1) and Acer Chromebook Spin 314 (CP314)
76 % - Design
64 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
76 % - Design
63 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo 14e Chromebook Gen 2 (82M1) vs. Acer Chromebook Spin 314 (CP314) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo 14e Chromebook Gen 2 (82M1) Acer Chromebook Spin 314 (CP314)
Product Type Chromebook Chromebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.5 cm x 22.3 cm x 1.77 cm 32.64 cm x 22.75 cm x 1.995 cm
Weight 1.45 kg 1.5 kg
Case Material Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS Polycarbonate, ABS plastic
Colour Storm grey (top), dark grey (bottom) Pure silver
DISPLAY Lenovo 14e Chromebook Gen 2 (82M1) Acer Chromebook Spin 314 (CP314)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - TN 14"
Touchscreen - Yes (multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1366 x 768 (HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 -
Image Brightness 220 cd/m² 220 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC -
Features Anti-glare, 90° viewing angle Corning Gorilla glass, glare, CineCrystal, 10 ms response rate, one glass metal mesh (OGM)
PROCESSOR Lenovo 14e Chromebook Gen 2 (82M1) Acer Chromebook Spin 314 (CP314)
CPU AMD 3000 Series 3015Ce / 1.2 GHz Intel Celeron N4500 / 1.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.3 GHz 2.8 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache L3 - 4 MB L3 - 4 MB
Features - Intel Burst Technology
MEMORY Lenovo 14e Chromebook Gen 2 (82M1) Acer Chromebook Spin 314 (CP314)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR4X SDRAM
Speed 1600 MHz -
Rated Speed 1600 MHz -
STORAGE Lenovo 14e Chromebook Gen 2 (82M1) Acer Chromebook Spin 314 (CP314)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 32 GB eMMC - eMMC 5.1 64 GB eMMC - Kingston
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo 14e Chromebook Gen 2 (82M1) Acer Chromebook Spin 314 (CP314)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Graphics Intel UHD Graphics
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) -
Max Monitors Supported 2 external monitor(s) -
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - HD
Camera Features Privacy shutter, fixed focus -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, two microphones
Codec Realtek ALC5682I-CGT -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio DTS Sound
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo 14e Chromebook Gen 2 (82M1) Acer Chromebook Spin 314 (CP314)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller Realtek RTL8822CE - M.2 Card Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 - M.2 1216
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2), MU-MIMO
BATTERY Lenovo 14e Chromebook Gen 2 (82M1) Acer Chromebook Spin 314 (CP314)
Technology Lithium polymer 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 57 Wh 48 Wh
Battery Life Up to 16 hours Up to 10 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo 14e Chromebook Gen 2 (82M1) Acer Chromebook Spin 314 (CP314)
Input AC 120-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 45 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V
INPUT Lenovo 14e Chromebook Gen 2 (82M1) Acer Chromebook Spin 314 (CP314)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, Chrome keyboard Multi-gesture touch pad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo 14e Chromebook Gen 2 (82M1) Acer Chromebook Spin 314 (CP314)
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (DC-In combo, Power Delivery)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo 14e Chromebook Gen 2 (82M1) Acer Chromebook Spin 314 (CP314)
Operating System (OS) Google Chrome OS Google Chrome OS
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo 14e Chromebook Gen 2 (82M1) Acer Chromebook Spin 314 (CP314)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter USB-C power adapter
Integrated Options - Accelerometer
Security Google Security Chip H1 -
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested Volume control
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 -
SAR Value - 0.9 W/kg (body), 0.9 W/kg (limb), 0.9 W/kg (head)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Silver -
TCO Certified TCO Certified Notebooks 8 -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 8 - 95% -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in
International travellers warranty - 1 year
Model Number - 1H
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