Lenovo Chromebook C330 (81HY) vs. ASUS Chromebook Flip CX5 (CX5601FBA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo Chromebook C330 (81HY) and ASUS Chromebook Flip CX5 (CX5601FBA). 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 Chromebook Flip CX5 (CX5601FBA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS Chromebook Flip CX5 (CX5601FBA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

responsive touchscreen display

lightweight, portable design

strong battery life

fast wifi 6 support

versatile 360-degree hinge

limited storage capacity

no HDMI port

average speaker quality

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo Chromebook C330 (81HY) and ASUS Chromebook Flip CX5 (CX5601FBA)
81 % - Design
84 % - Display
78 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo Chromebook C330 (81HY) vs. ASUS Chromebook Flip CX5 (CX5601FBA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo Chromebook C330 (81HY) ASUS Chromebook Flip CX5 (CX5601FBA)
Product Type Chromebook - flip design Chromebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 29.2 cm x 21.539 cm x 1.96 cm 35.82 cm x 26.16 cm x 1.9 cm
Weight 1.2 kg 2.15 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS Aluminum, plastic
Colour Champagne Mineral grey
DISPLAY Lenovo Chromebook C330 (81HY) ASUS Chromebook Flip CX5 (CX5601FBA)
Screen Size (Type) 11.6" - IPS 16"
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) Yes
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare Glossy, WideView, NanoEdge display, 87% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR Lenovo Chromebook C330 (81HY) ASUS Chromebook Flip CX5 (CX5601FBA)
CPU MediaTek MT8173c / 2.1 GHz Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1235U / 1.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 10-core
Cache - L3 - 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features - Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo Chromebook C330 (81HY) ASUS Chromebook Flip CX5 (CX5601FBA)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR3 SDRAM LPDDR4X SDRAM
Speed 1866 MHz -
Rated Speed 1866 MHz -
STORAGE Lenovo Chromebook C330 (81HY) ASUS Chromebook Flip CX5 (CX5601FBA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 32 GB eMMC 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo Chromebook C330 (81HY) ASUS Chromebook Flip CX5 (CX5601FBA)
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 - 1080p
Resolution 1 Megapixel -
Camera Features - Privacy shutter
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Harman/kardon quad speakers, array microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio -
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo Chromebook C330 (81HY) ASUS Chromebook Flip CX5 (CX5601FBA)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3
Wireless Controller Marvell 88W8897 - M.2 Card -
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo Chromebook C330 (81HY) ASUS Chromebook Flip CX5 (CX5601FBA)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 45 Wh 57 Wh
Battery Life Up to 10 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo Chromebook C330 (81HY) ASUS Chromebook Flip CX5 (CX5601FBA)
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 Chromebook Flip CX5 (CX5601FBA)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad, stylus
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Spill-resistant, chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo Chromebook C330 (81HY) ASUS Chromebook Flip CX5 (CX5601FBA)
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
HDMI 2.1
USB 3.2 Gen 2
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (MultiMediaCard, MMCplus, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) Yes (microSD 4.0)
SOFTWARE Lenovo Chromebook C330 (81HY) ASUS Chromebook Flip CX5 (CX5601FBA)
Operating System (OS) Google Chrome OS Google Chrome OS
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo Chromebook C330 (81HY) ASUS Chromebook Flip CX5 (CX5601FBA)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Titan-C Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington mini security slot Kensington nano 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, Energy Star 8.0
SAR Value 1.04 W/kg (body), 1.04 W/kg (limb) -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number - MC0020
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