Lenovo 300e Chromebook (2nd Gen) (81MB) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo 300e Chromebook (2nd Gen) (81MB) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

durable 360-degree hinge

affordable price point

responsive touchscreen

lightweight design

robust educational software

mediocre battery life

limited storage capacity

basic processor

low-resolution display

HP Elite c640 G3 Chromebook Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP Elite c640 G3 Chromebook based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust security features

responsive keyboard design

lightweight and portable

efficient Chrome OS

fast charging support

limited app compatibility

average display quality

no Windows or macOS

modest storage capacity

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo 300e Chromebook (2nd Gen) (81MB) and HP Elite c640 G3 Chromebook
69 % - Design
63 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
81 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo 300e Chromebook (2nd Gen) (81MB) vs. HP Elite c640 G3 Chromebook Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo 300e Chromebook (2nd Gen) (81MB) HP Elite c640 G3 Chromebook
Product Type Chromebook - flip design Chromebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 29 cm x 20.4 cm x 2.035 cm 32.3 cm x 22.1 cm x 1.98 cm
Weight 1.31 kg 1.54 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS -
Colour Black -
DISPLAY Lenovo 300e Chromebook (2nd Gen) (81MB) HP Elite c640 G3 Chromebook
Screen Size (Type) 11.6" - IPS 14" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) Yes
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight WLED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 -
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, anti-fingerprint Full HD ultra wide-viewing angle (UWVA) eDP anti-glare, narrow bezel bent
PROCESSOR Lenovo 300e Chromebook (2nd Gen) (81MB) HP Elite c640 G3 Chromebook
CPU Intel Celeron N4020 / 1.1 GHz Intel Pentium Gold 8505 / 1.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.8 GHz 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 5-core
Cache 4 MB L3 - 8 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Turbo Boost Technology
MEMORY Lenovo 300e Chromebook (2nd Gen) (81MB) HP Elite c640 G3 Chromebook
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR4 SDRAM LPDDR4X SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 4266 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 4266 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo 300e Chromebook (2nd Gen) (81MB) HP Elite c640 G3 Chromebook
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 32 GB eMMC - eMMC 5.1 64 GB eMMC
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo 300e Chromebook (2nd Gen) (81MB) HP Elite c640 G3 Chromebook
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 600 Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - 720p (front) Yes
Resolution 5 Megapixel (rear) 5 Megapixel
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, HP Privacy
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Dual stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec DA7219 Realtek ALC5682I-VS
Audio Features - Output: Bang & Olufsen Audio; Input: AI noise reduction
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo 300e Chromebook (2nd Gen) (81MB) HP Elite c640 G3 Chromebook
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller M.2 Card Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 - PCI Express Mini Card (M.2)
Bluetooth Class - Class 2
Compliant Standards - IEEE 802.11d, IEEE 802.11i, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED, IEEE 802.11h, IEEE 802.11e, IEEE 802.11k, IEEE 802.11r, IEEE 802.11v
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2), MU-MIMO, CNVi
BATTERY Lenovo 300e Chromebook (2nd Gen) (81MB) HP Elite c640 G3 Chromebook
Technology Lithium Ion 3-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 42 Wh 58.84 Wh
Battery Life Up to 10 hours -
Battery Weight - 230 g
AC ADAPTER Lenovo 300e Chromebook (2nd Gen) (81MB) HP Elite c640 G3 Chromebook
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 115-230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt 45 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 V, 5 A
INPUT Lenovo 300e Chromebook (2nd Gen) (81MB) HP Elite c640 G3 Chromebook
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, ClickPad
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Spill-resistant Volume control, spill-resistant, multi-touch clickpad, gesture function, glass clickpad, pick resistant
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo 300e Chromebook (2nd Gen) (81MB) HP Elite c640 G3 Chromebook
Interfaces 2 x USB-C 3.0 (Power Delivery)
2 x USB 3.0
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 (charging)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo 300e Chromebook (2nd Gen) (81MB) HP Elite c640 G3 Chromebook
Operating System (OS) Google Chrome OS Google Chrome OS - English
Software Included - HP QuickDrop
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo 300e Chromebook (2nd Gen) (81MB) HP Elite c640 G3 Chromebook
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter HP 45 Watt nPFC USB-C AC Adapter
Security - Titan-C Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Administrator password, power-on password, MIL-STD-810G tested, Google H1 security chip HP Fast Charge, Zero Touch Enrollment
Compliant Standards RoHS CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, GOST, SABS, CCC, FCC, A-Tick, ICES, KC, EAC, ICCP
SAR Value 0.63 W/kg (body), 0.63 W/kg (limb) -
TCO Certified TCO Certified Notebooks 8 -
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 0 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 10 - 90%
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return -
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