Lenovo Chromebook C330 (81HY) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo Chromebook C330 (81HY) and Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9). 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 ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

efficient performance

excellent keyboard feel

good battery life

affordable price

mediocre display resolution

limited storage capacity

no high-end GPU

fewer ports available

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo Chromebook C330 (81HY) and Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9)
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
84 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo Chromebook C330 (81HY) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo Chromebook C330 (81HY) Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9)
Product Type Chromebook - flip design Chromebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 29.2 cm x 21.539 cm x 1.96 cm 32.54 cm x 21.7 cm x 1.983 cm
Weight 1.2 kg 1.56 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS Polycarbonate ABS (bottom), polycarbonate ABS (top)
Colour Champagne Abyss blue
DISPLAY Lenovo Chromebook C330 (81HY) Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9)
Screen Size (Type) 11.6" - IPS 14" - IPS
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 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo Chromebook C330 (81HY) Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9)
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 - 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo Chromebook C330 (81HY) Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR3 SDRAM LPDDR4X SDRAM
Speed 1866 MHz 4266 MHz
Rated Speed 1866 MHz 4266 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo Chromebook C330 (81HY) Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 32 GB eMMC 128 GB eMMC - eMMC 5.1
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo Chromebook C330 (81HY) Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9)
Graphics Processor (GPU) PowerVR GX6250 Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 3 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 1080p
Resolution 1 Megapixel -
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, fixed focus
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC5682I
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio High Definition Audio, Waves MaxxAudio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo Chromebook C330 (81HY) Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Marvell 88W8897 - M.2 Card Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 - M.2 Card
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo Chromebook C330 (81HY) Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 45 Wh 57 Wh
Battery Life Up to 10 hours Up to 11 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo Chromebook C330 (81HY) Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo Chromebook C330 (81HY) Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Chrome keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo Chromebook C330 (81HY) Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9)
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
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
2 x Thunderbolt 4 (supports DisplayPort 1.4) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (MultiMediaCard, MMCplus, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo Chromebook C330 (81HY) Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9)
Operating System (OS) Google Chrome OS Google Chrome OS
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo Chromebook C330 (81HY) Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter USB-C slim power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Google Security Chip H1
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 - RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested
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 -
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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