Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 CB 13IML05 (82B8) vs. Acer Chromebook Plus 515 (CB515)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 CB 13IML05 (82B8) and Acer Chromebook Plus 515 (CB515). 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 IdeaPad Flex 5 CB 13IML05 (82B8) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 CB 13IML05 (82B8) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

flexible 2-in-1 design

responsive touchscreen display

lightweight and portable

solid build quality

affordable price

average battery life

modest processor speed

limited storage capacity

no dedicated GPU

Acer Chromebook Plus 515 (CB515) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Acer Chromebook Plus 515 (CB515) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust aluminum design

full hd touchscreen

efficient intel processor

long battery life

affordable price

limited storage capacity

no backlit keyboard

fewer port options

average graphics performance

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 CB 13IML05 (82B8) and Acer Chromebook Plus 515 (CB515)
82 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
81 % - Design
84 % - Display
65 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 CB 13IML05 (82B8) vs. Acer Chromebook Plus 515 (CB515) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 CB 13IML05 (82B8) Acer Chromebook Plus 515 (CB515)
Product Type Chromebook - flip design Chromebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31 cm x 21.2 cm x 1.795 cm 36.06 cm x 23.84 cm x 1.995 cm
Weight 1.35 kg 1.62 kg
Case Material Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS Polycarbonate, ABS plastic
Colour Graphite grey Steel grey
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 CB 13IML05 (82B8) Acer Chromebook Plus 515 (CB515)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" 15.6" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) -
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 -
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% 45% NTSC
Features Glossy, One Glass Solution Anti-glare, matte, ComfyView, 25 ms response rate, Narrow Border Display
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 CB 13IML05 (82B8) Acer Chromebook Plus 515 (CB515)
CPU Intel Core i3 (10th Gen) 10110U / 2.1 GHz Intel Core i3 (12th Gen) 1215U
Max Turbo Speed 4.1 GHz 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 6-core
Cache 4 MB L3 - 10 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 CB 13IML05 (82B8) Acer Chromebook Plus 515 (CB515)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR5X SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz -
Rated Speed 2666 MHz -
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 CB 13IML05 (82B8) Acer Chromebook Plus 515 (CB515)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 64 GB eMMC - eMMC 5.1 128 GB SSD - Kingston
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 CB 13IML05 (82B8) Acer Chromebook Plus 515 (CB515)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics Intel UHD Graphics
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - Full HD
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, Temporal Noise Reduction
Video Resolutions - 1080p
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, two microphones
Codec DA7219 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio DTS Sound
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 CB 13IML05 (82B8) Acer Chromebook Plus 515 (CB515)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller - Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 - M.2 2230 (CNVi)
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 CB 13IML05 (82B8) Acer Chromebook Plus 515 (CB515)
Technology Lithium Ion -
Battery Capacity (Size) 51 Wh 53 Wh
Battery Life Up to 10 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 CB 13IML05 (82B8) Acer Chromebook Plus 515 (CB515)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 45 Watt 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 CB 13IML05 (82B8) Acer Chromebook Plus 515 (CB515)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Multi-gesture touch pad, OceanGlass touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 CB 13IML05 (82B8) Acer Chromebook Plus 515 (CB515)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort 1.2 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 2.0)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (DC-In combo, Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 CB 13IML05 (82B8) Acer Chromebook Plus 515 (CB515)
Operating System (OS) Google Chrome OS Google Chrome OS
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 CB 13IML05 (82B8) Acer Chromebook Plus 515 (CB515)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Integrated Options Accelerometer, gyro sensor -
Security Google Security Chip H1 -
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features - MIL-STD-810H tested
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) - 1.14 W/kg (head)
1.14 W/kg (body)
1.14 W/kg (limb)
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in
International travellers warranty - 1 year
Model Number - 2H
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