Samsung Chromebook 4+ vs. Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Samsung Chromebook 4+ and Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9). 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.

Samsung Chromebook 4+ Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Samsung Chromebook 4+ based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

long battery life

robust build quality

simple user interface

limited storage capacity

basic display quality

fewer port options

moderate performance

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 Samsung Chromebook 4+ and Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9)
74 % - Design
66 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
84 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Samsung Chromebook 4+ vs. Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Samsung Chromebook 4+ Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9)
Product Type Chromebook Chromebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.97 cm x 24.49 cm x 1.65 cm 32.54 cm x 21.7 cm x 1.983 cm
Weight 1.7 kg 1.56 kg
Case Material - Polycarbonate ABS (bottom), polycarbonate ABS (top)
Colour Platinum titan Abyss blue
DISPLAY Samsung Chromebook 4+ Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 14" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:9
Image Brightness - 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR Samsung Chromebook 4+ Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9)
CPU Intel Celeron N4000 / 1.1 GHz Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1235U / 1.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.6 GHz 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores - 10-core
Cache L2 - 4 MB 12 MB
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Samsung Chromebook 4+ Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR4 SDRAM LPDDR4X SDRAM
Speed - 4266 MHz
Rated Speed - 4266 MHz
STORAGE Samsung Chromebook 4+ Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 32 GB eMMC 128 GB eMMC - eMMC 5.1
AUDIO & VIDEO Samsung Chromebook 4+ Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 600 Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 3 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes - 720p (front) Yes - 1080p
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, fixed focus
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC5682I
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Waves MaxxAudio
COMMUNICATIONS Samsung Chromebook 4+ Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9)
Wireless Bluetooth, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac Wave 2 Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller - Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 - M.2 Card
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Samsung Chromebook 4+ Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9)
Technology - Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 39 Wh 57 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 11 hours
AC ADAPTER Samsung Chromebook 4+ Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 30 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Samsung Chromebook 4+ Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features - Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Chrome keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Samsung Chromebook 4+ Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9)
Slots 1 x microSD -
Interfaces 2 x USB-C (charging)
USB 3.0
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 Yes (microSD) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Samsung Chromebook 4+ Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9)
Operating System (OS) Google Chrome OS Google Chrome OS
Software Included Adobe Photoshop Lightroom, iHeart Radio -
MISCELLANEOUS Samsung Chromebook 4+ Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C slim power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Google Security Chip H1
Security Slot Type Kensington 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
TCO Certified TCO Certified Notebooks 8 -
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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