Lenovo 500e Chromebook (2nd Gen) (81MC) vs. ASUS Chromebook Flip C434TA (AI0278)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo 500e Chromebook (2nd Gen) (81MC) and ASUS Chromebook Flip C434TA (AI0278). 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 500e Chromebook (2nd Gen) (81MC) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo 500e Chromebook (2nd Gen) (81MC) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

rugged build quality

360-degree hinge versatility

affordable price point

responsive touchscreen

stylus included

mediocre performance

low storage capacity

dim display

limited app compatibility

ASUS Chromebook Flip C434TA (AI0278) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS Chromebook Flip C434TA (AI0278) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

sleek aluminum design

360-degree hinge versatility

sharp full-HD display

responsive backlit keyboard

decent battery life

limited port selection

mediocre processor speed

insufficient storage capacity

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo 500e Chromebook (2nd Gen) (81MC) and ASUS Chromebook Flip C434TA (AI0278)
69 % - Design
66 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
85 % - Design
78 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo 500e Chromebook (2nd Gen) (81MC) vs. ASUS Chromebook Flip C434TA (AI0278) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo 500e Chromebook (2nd Gen) (81MC) ASUS Chromebook Flip C434TA (AI0278)
Product Type Chromebook - flip design Chromebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 29 cm x 20.4 cm x 2.035 cm 32.1 cm x 20.2 cm x 1.57 cm
Weight 1.31 kg 1.45 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS Aluminum
Colour Black Spangle silver
DISPLAY Lenovo 500e Chromebook (2nd Gen) (81MC) ASUS Chromebook Flip C434TA (AI0278)
Screen Size (Type) 11.6" - IPS 14"
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) Yes
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 100% sRGB
Features Anti-fingerprint Glare, NanoEdge display, 178° viewing angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo 500e Chromebook (2nd Gen) (81MC) ASUS Chromebook Flip C434TA (AI0278)
CPU Intel Celeron N4100 / 1.1 GHz Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8200Y / 1.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.4 GHz 3.9 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache 4 MB 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo 500e Chromebook (2nd Gen) (81MC) ASUS Chromebook Flip C434TA (AI0278)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR4 SDRAM LPDDR3 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 1867 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 1867 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo 500e Chromebook (2nd Gen) (81MC) ASUS Chromebook Flip C434TA (AI0278)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 32 GB eMMC - eMMC 5.1 128 GB eMMC
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo 500e Chromebook (2nd Gen) (81MC) ASUS Chromebook Flip C434TA (AI0278)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 600 Intel UHD Graphics 615
Camera Yes - 720p (front) Yes - HD
Resolution 5 Megapixel (rear) -
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Codec MAX98357A -
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo 500e Chromebook (2nd Gen) (81MC) ASUS Chromebook Flip C434TA (AI0278)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 Bluetooth 4.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac
Wireless Controller Intel Wireless-AC 9560 - M.2 Card -
BATTERY Lenovo 500e Chromebook (2nd Gen) (81MC) ASUS Chromebook Flip C434TA (AI0278)
Technology Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 42 Wh 48 Wh
Battery Life Up to 10 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo 500e Chromebook (2nd Gen) (81MC) ASUS Chromebook Flip C434TA (AI0278)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt 45 Watt, 15 V, 3 A
INPUT Lenovo 500e Chromebook (2nd Gen) (81MC) ASUS Chromebook Flip C434TA (AI0278)
Type Keyboard, digitizer, touchpad, digital pen Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Spill-resistant, anti-pry key caps Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo 500e Chromebook (2nd Gen) (81MC) ASUS Chromebook Flip C434TA (AI0278)
Interfaces 2 x USB-C 3.0
2 x USB 3.0
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI (on supplied cable)
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo 500e Chromebook (2nd Gen) (81MC) ASUS Chromebook Flip C434TA (AI0278)
Operating System (OS) Google Chrome OS - English Google Chrome OS
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo 500e Chromebook (2nd Gen) (81MC) ASUS Chromebook Flip C434TA (AI0278)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter, Lenovo Chrome Pen USB-C power adapter, USB-C to HDMI adapter
Security Google Security Chip H1 Google Security Chip H1
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features - ErgoLift
Compliant Standards RoHS -
SAR Value 0.63 W/kg (body), 0.63 W/kg (limb) 0.715 W/kg (body), 0.715 W/kg (limb)
TCO Certified TCO Certified Notebooks 8 -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return -
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