Lenovo 14e Chromebook Gen 2 (82M2) vs. ASUS Chromebook CB5601FBA (MC0024)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo 14e Chromebook Gen 2 (82M2) and ASUS Chromebook CB5601FBA (MC0024). 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.

Lenovo 14e Chromebook Gen 2 (82M2) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo 14e Chromebook Gen 2 (82M2) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

efficient battery life

solid build quality

good connectivity options

limited storage capacity

average display resolution

mediocre performance

no backlit keyboard

ASUS Chromebook CB5601FBA (MC0024) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS Chromebook CB5601FBA (MC0024) 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 times

limited storage capacity

average display resolution

no backlit keyboard

fewer port options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo 14e Chromebook Gen 2 (82M2) and ASUS Chromebook CB5601FBA (MC0024)
72 % - Design
72 % - Display
65 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
83 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo 14e Chromebook Gen 2 (82M2) vs. ASUS Chromebook CB5601FBA (MC0024) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo 14e Chromebook Gen 2 (82M2) ASUS Chromebook CB5601FBA (MC0024)
Product Type Chromebook Chromebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.5 cm x 22.3 cm x 1.77 cm 35.82 cm x 26.16 cm x 1.9 cm
Weight 1.45 kg 2.15 kg
Case Material Aluminium (top), polycarbonate ABS (bottom) -
Colour Storm grey (top), dark grey (bottom) Mineral grey
DISPLAY Lenovo 14e Chromebook Gen 2 (82M2) ASUS Chromebook CB5601FBA (MC0024)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 16"
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) Yes
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, on-cell touch technology, capacitive touch screen, 170° viewing angle Glossy
PROCESSOR Lenovo 14e Chromebook Gen 2 (82M2) ASUS Chromebook CB5601FBA (MC0024)
CPU AMD 3000 Series 3015Ce / 1.2 GHz Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1235U / 1.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.3 GHz 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 10-core
Cache L3 - 4 MB L3 - 12 MB
Features - Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo 14e Chromebook Gen 2 (82M2) ASUS Chromebook CB5601FBA (MC0024)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR4X SDRAM
Speed 1600 MHz -
Rated Speed 1600 MHz -
STORAGE Lenovo 14e Chromebook Gen 2 (82M2) ASUS Chromebook CB5601FBA (MC0024)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 64 GB eMMC - eMMC 5.1 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo 14e Chromebook Gen 2 (82M2) ASUS Chromebook CB5601FBA (MC0024)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported 2 external monitor(s) -
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - Full HD
Camera Features Privacy shutter, fixed focus Privacy shutter
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Harman/kardon stereo speakers, microphone
Codec Realtek ALC5682I-CGT -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio -
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo 14e Chromebook Gen 2 (82M2) ASUS Chromebook CB5601FBA (MC0024)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3
Wireless Controller Realtek RTL8822CE - M.2 Card -
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo 14e Chromebook Gen 2 (82M2) ASUS Chromebook CB5601FBA (MC0024)
Technology Lithium polymer 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 57 Wh 57 Wh
Battery Life Up to 16 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo 14e Chromebook Gen 2 (82M2) ASUS Chromebook CB5601FBA (MC0024)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 45 Watt, 15 V, 3 A
INPUT Lenovo 14e Chromebook Gen 2 (82M2) ASUS Chromebook CB5601FBA (MC0024)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, Chrome keyboard -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo 14e Chromebook Gen 2 (82M2) ASUS Chromebook CB5601FBA (MC0024)
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
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 2
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI 2.1
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo 14e Chromebook Gen 2 (82M2) ASUS Chromebook CB5601FBA (MC0024)
Operating System (OS) Google Chrome OS Google Chrome OS
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo 14e Chromebook Gen 2 (82M2) ASUS Chromebook CB5601FBA (MC0024)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Google Security Chip H1 -
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested -
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 -
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% -
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