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

ASUS Chromebook CX1 (CX1500CKA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS Chromebook CX1 (CX1500CKA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight design

affordable price

efficient Chrome OS

good battery life

solid build quality

limited app compatibility

modest performance

low storage capacity

no high-resolution display

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo 300e Chromebook (2nd Gen) MTK (81QC) and ASUS Chromebook CX1 (CX1500CKA)
72 % - Design
65 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
81 % - Design
75 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo 300e Chromebook (2nd Gen) MTK (81QC) vs. ASUS Chromebook CX1 (CX1500CKA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo 300e Chromebook (2nd Gen) MTK (81QC) ASUS Chromebook CX1 (CX1500CKA)
Product Type Chromebook - flip design Chromebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 29 cm x 20.4 cm x 2.085 cm 36.13 cm x 24.99 cm x 1.87 cm
Weight 1.31 kg 1.8 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS Plastic (top), plastic (bottom), plastic (LCD cover)
Colour Black Transparent silver (LCD cover), transparent silver (top), transparent silver (bottom) | Transparent silver
DISPLAY Lenovo 300e Chromebook (2nd Gen) MTK (81QC) ASUS Chromebook CX1 (CX1500CKA)
Screen Size (Type) 11.6" - IPS 15.6"
Touchscreen Yes (10-point 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 16:9
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 220 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features - Anti-glare, 78% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR Lenovo 300e Chromebook (2nd Gen) MTK (81QC) ASUS Chromebook CX1 (CX1500CKA)
CPU MediaTek MT8173c / 2.1 GHz Intel Celeron N4500 / 1.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 2.8 GHz
Number of Cores - Dual-Core
Cache - 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo 300e Chromebook (2nd Gen) MTK (81QC) ASUS Chromebook CX1 (CX1500CKA)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 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) ASUS Chromebook CX1 (CX1500CKA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 32 GB eMMC - eMMC 5.1 64 GB eMMC
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo 300e Chromebook (2nd Gen) MTK (81QC) ASUS Chromebook CX1 (CX1500CKA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) PowerVR GX6250 Intel UHD Graphics
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Speakers, microphone
Codec Realtek ALC5650 -
Audio Features - Input: Google Assistant
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo 300e Chromebook (2nd Gen) MTK (81QC) ASUS Chromebook CX1 (CX1500CKA)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo 300e Chromebook (2nd Gen) MTK (81QC) ASUS Chromebook CX1 (CX1500CKA)
Technology Lithium Ion 2-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 42 Wh 42 Wh
Battery Life Up to 10 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo 300e Chromebook (2nd Gen) MTK (81QC) ASUS Chromebook CX1 (CX1500CKA)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt 45 Watt
INPUT Lenovo 300e Chromebook (2nd Gen) MTK (81QC) ASUS Chromebook CX1 (CX1500CKA)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Features Spill-resistant, anti-pry key caps Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo 300e Chromebook (2nd Gen) MTK (81QC) ASUS Chromebook CX1 (CX1500CKA)
Interfaces USB-C 3.0 (Power Delivery)
USB 3.0
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo 300e Chromebook (2nd Gen) MTK (81QC) ASUS Chromebook CX1 (CX1500CKA)
Operating System (OS) Google Chrome OS - English Google Chrome OS
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo 300e Chromebook (2nd Gen) MTK (81QC) ASUS Chromebook CX1 (CX1500CKA)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security - Titan-C Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features Administrator password, power-on password MIL-STD-810H tested
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS
SAR Value 0.87 W/kg (body), 0.87 W/kg (limb) -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return -
Model Number - BR0007
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