Lenovo 300e Chromebook (2nd Gen) MTK (81QC) vs. Acer Chromebook 516 GE (CBG516)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo 300e Chromebook (2nd Gen) MTK (81QC) and Acer Chromebook 516 GE (CBG516). 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 300e Chromebook (2nd Gen) MTK (81QC) Review

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

rugged design

affordable price

360-degree hinge

touchscreen functionality

good battery life

mediocre performance

low-resolution display

limited storage capacity

minimal connectivity options

Acer Chromebook 516 GE (CBG516) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Acer Chromebook 516 GE (CBG516) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

high refresh rate display

rgb keyboard lighting

wi-fi 6 support

1080p webcam

good stereo speakers

limited storage capacity

no HDMI port

average battery life

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo 300e Chromebook (2nd Gen) MTK (81QC) and Acer Chromebook 516 GE (CBG516)
72 % - Design
65 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
81 % - Design
86 % - Display
60 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo 300e Chromebook (2nd Gen) MTK (81QC) vs. Acer Chromebook 516 GE (CBG516) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo 300e Chromebook (2nd Gen) MTK (81QC) Acer Chromebook 516 GE (CBG516)
Product Type Chromebook - flip design Chromebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 29 cm x 20.4 cm x 2.085 cm 35.65 cm x 24.96 cm x 2.13 cm
Weight 1.31 kg 2 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS Anodised aluminium
Colour Black Titanium grey
DISPLAY Lenovo 300e Chromebook (2nd Gen) MTK (81QC) Acer Chromebook 516 GE (CBG516)
Screen Size (Type) 11.6" - IPS 16" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) -
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 120 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 350 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 100% sRGB
Features - Anti-glare, matte, ComfyView, 25 ms response rate, Narrow Border Display
PROCESSOR Lenovo 300e Chromebook (2nd Gen) MTK (81QC) Acer Chromebook 516 GE (CBG516)
CPU MediaTek MT8173c / 2.1 GHz Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1240P / 1.7 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores - 12-core
Cache - 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Smart Cache, Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost)
MEMORY Lenovo 300e Chromebook (2nd Gen) MTK (81QC) Acer Chromebook 516 GE (CBG516)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR3 SDRAM LPDDR4X SDRAM
Speed 933 MHz -
Rated Speed 1866 MHz -
STORAGE Lenovo 300e Chromebook (2nd Gen) MTK (81QC) Acer Chromebook 516 GE (CBG516)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 32 GB eMMC - eMMC 5.1 256 GB SSD PCIe - Western Digital
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo 300e Chromebook (2nd Gen) MTK (81QC) Acer Chromebook 516 GE (CBG516)
Graphics Processor (GPU) PowerVR GX6250 Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - Full HD
Camera Features - Temporal Noise Reduction
Video Resolutions - 1920 x 1080
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Four speakers, two microphones
Codec Realtek ALC5650 -
Compliant Standards - DTS Sound, Smart Amplifier
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo 300e Chromebook (2nd Gen) MTK (81QC) Acer Chromebook 516 GE (CBG516)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller - Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 - M.2 1216
Network Interface - 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo 300e Chromebook (2nd Gen) MTK (81QC) Acer Chromebook 516 GE (CBG516)
Technology Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 42 Wh 65 Wh
Battery Life Up to 10 hours Up to 10 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo 300e Chromebook (2nd Gen) MTK (81QC) Acer Chromebook 516 GE (CBG516)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 45 Watt 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V
INPUT Lenovo 300e Chromebook (2nd Gen) MTK (81QC) Acer Chromebook 516 GE (CBG516)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Spill-resistant, anti-pry key caps Anti-ghosting, moisture-resistant, OceanGlass touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo 300e Chromebook (2nd Gen) MTK (81QC) Acer Chromebook 516 GE (CBG516)
Interfaces USB-C 3.0 (Power Delivery)
USB 3.0
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
HDMI
USB 3.2 Gen 2
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (DC-In combo, Power Delivery)
LAN (RJ-45)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 -
SOFTWARE Lenovo 300e Chromebook (2nd Gen) MTK (81QC) Acer Chromebook 516 GE (CBG516)
Operating System (OS) Google Chrome OS - English Google Chrome OS
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo 300e Chromebook (2nd Gen) MTK (81QC) Acer Chromebook 516 GE (CBG516)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter USB-C power adapter, 3-cell Li-Ion 65Wh battery
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington 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 -
Compliant Standards RoHS -
SAR Value 0.87 W/kg (body), 0.87 W/kg (limb) 1.17 W/kg (body), 1.17 W/kg (head), 1.17 W/kg (limb)
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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