Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 Chrome 15IJL7 (82T3) vs. ASUS Chromebook CX9 CX9400CEA (HU0035)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 Chrome 15IJL7 (82T3) and ASUS Chromebook CX9 CX9400CEA (HU0035). 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 Flex 3 Chrome 15IJL7 (82T3) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 Chrome 15IJL7 (82T3) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

flexible 2-in-1 design

affordable price point

lightweight and portable

decent battery life

responsive touchscreen

mediocre display quality

limited storage capacity

average processing power

fewer connectivity options

ASUS Chromebook CX9 CX9400CEA (HU0035) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS Chromebook CX9 CX9400CEA (HU0035) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight and portable

fast boot-up speed

robust security features

efficient battery life

sharp display resolution

limited storage capacity

no HDMI port

higher price point

fewer software options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 Chrome 15IJL7 (82T3) and ASUS Chromebook CX9 CX9400CEA (HU0035)
73 % - Design
75 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
84 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 Chrome 15IJL7 (82T3) vs. ASUS Chromebook CX9 CX9400CEA (HU0035) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 Chrome 15IJL7 (82T3) ASUS Chromebook CX9 CX9400CEA (HU0035)
Product Type Chromebook - flip design Chromebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.2 cm x 24.8 cm x 1.894 cm 32.22 cm x 20.49 cm x 1.8 cm
Weight 1.9 kg 1.35 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS (bottom), polycarbonate ABS (top) Aluminium alloy
Colour Dual tone arctic grey Star black
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 Chrome 15IJL7 (82T3) ASUS Chromebook CX9 CX9400CEA (HU0035)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 14"
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) -
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full 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 45% NTSC 100% sRGB
Features Glossy, on-cell touch technology, capacitive touch screen, 170° viewing angle, DC dimming Glossy, 92% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 Chrome 15IJL7 (82T3) ASUS Chromebook CX9 CX9400CEA (HU0035)
CPU Intel Pentium Silver N6000 / 1.1 GHz Intel Core i7 (11th Gen) 1165G7 / 2.8 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.3 GHz 4.7 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache L3 - 4 MB 12 MB
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 Chrome 15IJL7 (82T3) ASUS Chromebook CX9 CX9400CEA (HU0035)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM LPDDR4X SDRAM
Speed 2933 MHz -
Rated Speed 2933 MHz -
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 Chrome 15IJL7 (82T3) ASUS Chromebook CX9 CX9400CEA (HU0035)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB eMMC - eMMC 5.1 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 Chrome 15IJL7 (82T3) ASUS Chromebook CX9 CX9400CEA (HU0035)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported 2 external monitor(s) -
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features Privacy shutter, fixed focus Privacy shutter
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Harman/kardon stereo speakers, array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC5682I -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Waves MaxxAudio -
Audio Features WoV (Wake-on-Voice) Output: Smart Amp
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 Chrome 15IJL7 (82T3) ASUS Chromebook CX9 CX9400CEA (HU0035)
Wireless NFC, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 Chrome 15IJL7 (82T3) ASUS Chromebook CX9 CX9400CEA (HU0035)
Technology Lithium polymer 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 47 Wh 50 Wh
Battery Life Up to 10 hours Up to 14 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 Chrome 15IJL7 (82T3) ASUS Chromebook CX9 CX9400CEA (HU0035)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt 45 Watt, 15 V, 3 A
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 Chrome 15IJL7 (82T3) ASUS Chromebook CX9 CX9400CEA (HU0035)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, NumberPad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, Chrome keyboard Spill-resistant, chiclet keyboard, 1.5mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 Chrome 15IJL7 (82T3) ASUS Chromebook CX9 CX9400CEA (HU0035)
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 2
2 x USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 Chrome 15IJL7 (82T3) ASUS Chromebook CX9 CX9400CEA (HU0035)
Operating System (OS) Google Chrome OS Google Chrome OS
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 Chrome 15IJL7 (82T3) ASUS Chromebook CX9 CX9400CEA (HU0035)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Optical mouse, sleeve, USB-C power adapter
Security Google Security Chip H1 Titan-C Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington nano 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 CTR 21, UL 1459, FCC Part 15 Class B, JIS C 0950, EU RoHS, EU REACH
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 -
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