Lenovo Chromebook C330 (81HY) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 3 CB 14M836 (82KN)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo Chromebook C330 (81HY) and Lenovo IdeaPad 3 CB 14M836 (82KN). Compare sizes, performance, storage capacities, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right laptop for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the laptop that will best fit your needs.

Lenovo IdeaPad 3 CB 14M836 (82KN) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 3 CB 14M836 (82KN) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

solid battery life

responsive touchpad

decent performance

mediocre display quality

limited storage capacity

average build quality

no backlit keyboard

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo Chromebook C330 (81HY) and Lenovo IdeaPad 3 CB 14M836 (82KN)
82 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo Chromebook C330 (81HY) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 3 CB 14M836 (82KN) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo Chromebook C330 (81HY) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 CB 14M836 (82KN)
Product Type Chromebook - flip design Chromebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 29.2 cm x 21.539 cm x 1.96 cm 33.6 cm x 22.1 cm x 1.86 cm
Weight 1.2 kg 1.3 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS Polycarbonate ABS
Colour Champagne Abyss blue | Dual tone arctic grey | Dual tone abyss blue
DISPLAY Lenovo Chromebook C330 (81HY) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 CB 14M836 (82KN)
Screen Size (Type) 11.6" - IPS 14" - TN
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) -
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 300 cd/m² 220 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, 90° viewing angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo Chromebook C330 (81HY) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 CB 14M836 (82KN)
CPU MediaTek MT8173c / 2.1 GHz MediaTek MT8183 / 2 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 8-core
64-bit Computing Yes -
MEMORY Lenovo Chromebook C330 (81HY) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 CB 14M836 (82KN)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR3 SDRAM LPDDR4X SDRAM
Speed 1866 MHz 1866 MHz
Rated Speed 1866 MHz 1866 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo Chromebook C330 (81HY) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 CB 14M836 (82KN)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 32 GB eMMC 64 GB eMMC - eMMC 5.1
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo Chromebook C330 (81HY) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 CB 14M836 (82KN)
Graphics Processor (GPU) PowerVR GX6250 ARM Mali-G72 MP3
Max Monitors Supported - 1 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Resolution 1 Megapixel -
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, fixed focus
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - MAX98357A
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio High Definition Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo Chromebook C330 (81HY) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 CB 14M836 (82KN)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2
Wireless Controller Marvell 88W8897 - M.2 Card -
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo Chromebook C330 (81HY) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 CB 14M836 (82KN)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 45 Wh 42 Wh
Battery Life Up to 10 hours Up to 16 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo Chromebook C330 (81HY) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 CB 14M836 (82KN)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt 45 Watt
INPUT Lenovo Chromebook C330 (81HY) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 CB 14M836 (82KN)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, Chrome keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo Chromebook C330 (81HY) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 CB 14M836 (82KN)
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
USB 2.0
USB-C 2.0 (supports DisplayPort 1.1a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 2.0)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (MultiMediaCard, MMCplus, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo Chromebook C330 (81HY) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 CB 14M836 (82KN)
Operating System (OS) Google Chrome OS Google Chrome OS
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo Chromebook C330 (81HY) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 CB 14M836 (82KN)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Google Security Chip H1
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)
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
SAR Value 1.04 W/kg (body), 1.04 W/kg (limb) -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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