Lenovo Chromebook C330 (81HY) vs. ASUS CB9400CEA (KC0176)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo Chromebook C330 (81HY) and ASUS CB9400CEA (KC0176). 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.

ASUS CB9400CEA (KC0176) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS CB9400CEA (KC0176) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight design

affordable price

decent battery life

full hd display

solid build quality

limited storage capacity

average processor speed

no backlit keyboard

fewer usb ports

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo Chromebook C330 (81HY) and ASUS CB9400CEA (KC0176)
82 % - Design
86 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo Chromebook C330 (81HY) vs. ASUS CB9400CEA (KC0176) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo Chromebook C330 (81HY) ASUS CB9400CEA (KC0176)
Product Type Chromebook - flip design Chromebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 29.2 cm x 21.539 cm x 1.96 cm 32.22 cm x 20.49 cm x 1.6 cm
Weight 1.2 kg 1.35 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS Magnesium-aluminum alloy
Colour Champagne Star black
DISPLAY Lenovo Chromebook C330 (81HY) ASUS CB9400CEA (KC0176)
Screen Size (Type) 11.6" - IPS 14"
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) -
LCD Backlight Technology 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 300 cd/m² 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, 92% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR Lenovo Chromebook C330 (81HY) ASUS CB9400CEA (KC0176)
CPU MediaTek MT8173c / 2.1 GHz Intel Core i7 (11th Gen) 1165G7 / 2.8 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 4.7 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache - 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Platform Technology - Intel Evo
Features - Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo Chromebook C330 (81HY) ASUS CB9400CEA (KC0176)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR3 SDRAM LPDDR4X SDRAM
Speed 1866 MHz -
Rated Speed 1866 MHz -
STORAGE Lenovo Chromebook C330 (81HY) ASUS CB9400CEA (KC0176)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 32 GB eMMC 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo Chromebook C330 (81HY) ASUS CB9400CEA (KC0176)
Graphics Processor (GPU) PowerVR GX6250 Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Resolution 1 Megapixel -
Camera Features - Privacy shutter
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Harman/kardon stereo speakers, array microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio -
Audio Features - Output: Smart Amp
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo Chromebook C330 (81HY) ASUS CB9400CEA (KC0176)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller Marvell 88W8897 - M.2 Card -
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo Chromebook C330 (81HY) ASUS CB9400CEA (KC0176)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 45 Wh 50 Wh
Battery Life Up to 10 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo Chromebook C330 (81HY) ASUS CB9400CEA (KC0176)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt 45 Watt, 15 V, 3 A
INPUT Lenovo Chromebook C330 (81HY) ASUS CB9400CEA (KC0176)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, NumberPad
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Spill-resistant, chiclet keyboard, 1.5mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo Chromebook C330 (81HY) ASUS CB9400CEA (KC0176)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.2, HDMI) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 2
2 x USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (MultiMediaCard, MMCplus, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo Chromebook C330 (81HY) ASUS CB9400CEA (KC0176)
Operating System (OS) Google Chrome OS Google Chrome OS (with Chrome Enterprise Upgrade)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo Chromebook C330 (81HY) ASUS CB9400CEA (KC0176)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Sleeve, USB-C power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Titan-C Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington mini security slot Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features - ErgoLift, MIL-STD-810H tested
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 RoHS
SAR Value 1.04 W/kg (body), 1.04 W/kg (limb) -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Silver
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return -
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