Acer Chromebook 314 (CB314-1H) vs Lenovo IdeaPad 3 Chromebook
The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 Chromebook is the better laptop on paper: it has more memory, has more storage and has a bigger screen. Pick the Acer Chromebook 314 only if it matters to you that it gets updates for longer and is more compact.
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Key differences
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Performance
Lenovo IdeaPad 3 Chromebook wins
Same class of processor, but the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 Chromebook has more memory (8 GB against 4 GB).
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Gaming
Evenly matched
Neither is made for modern games.
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Display
Acer Chromebook 314 wins
The Acer Chromebook 314 has the better screen: 14" Full HD against 15.6" Full HD 220 nits.
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Battery life
Evenly matched
Similar battery life: up to 10.5 hours against up to 10 hours.
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Connectivity
Lenovo IdeaPad 3 Chromebook wins
The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 Chromebook is better connected. Only it has HDMI.
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Portability
Evenly matched
About the same to carry: 1.5 kg and 1.58 kg.
Other differences
- Updates Acer Chromebook 314 wins
The Acer Chromebook 314 gets Chromebook updates until June 2031, about 2 years longer than the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 Chromebook (June 2029).
- Memory Lenovo IdeaPad 3 Chromebook wins
The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 Chromebook has 8 GB of memory against 4 GB, so it has more room for big projects and heavy multitasking.
- Storage Lenovo IdeaPad 3 Chromebook wins
The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 Chromebook has twice the storage: 128 GB against 64 GB.
- Screen size Depends on you
The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 Chromebook has the bigger screen (15.6" against 14"), while the Acer Chromebook 314 is more compact.
Which one should you choose?
Choose the Acer Chromebook 314 if…
- You'll keep it for years: Google updates it until June 2031.
- You want something compact for small bags and train tables: it has a 14-inch screen.
- You carry your laptop a lot: it's the lighter of the two at 1.5 kg.
Choose the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 Chromebook if…
- You keep lots of tabs and apps open: 8 GB of memory gives it more room than 4 GB.
- You store lots of photos, videos or games: it has 128 GB of storage.
- You want more room to work: its 15.6-inch screen fits two windows side by side.
- You plug things in: it has HDMI (for TVs and monitors).
Full spec comparison
The Acer Chromebook 314 leads on software and updates, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 Chromebook leads on performance and ports and wireless.
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Performance
The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 Chromebook is ahead on performance.
It has more memory and has more storage, and the Acer Chromebook 314 doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | Acer Chromebook 314 (CB314-1H) | Lenovo IdeaPad 3 Chromebook |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Celeron N4500 | Intel Pentium Silver N6000 |
| Graphics | Intel UHD Graphics | Intel UHD Graphics |
| Memory (RAM) | 4 GB | 8 GB |
| Memory type | LPDDR4X | LPDDR4X-2933 |
| Maximum memory | 4 GB | 8 GB |
| Memory upgrades | Soldered (not upgradeable) | Soldered (not upgradeable) |
| Storage | 64 GB | 128 GB |
| Storage type | eMMC | eMMC |
| Storage interface | eMMC | eMMC 5.1 |
| Storage slots | — | 0 |
Screen
On the screen, it comes down to what you need.
The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 Chromebook has the bigger screen (15.6" against 14"), while the Acer Chromebook 314 is more compact. The Acer Chromebook 314 is more compact, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 Chromebook has a bigger screen.
| Spec | Acer Chromebook 314 (CB314-1H) | Lenovo IdeaPad 3 Chromebook |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 14" | 15.6" |
| Resolution | Full HD (1920 x 1080) | Full HD (1920 x 1080) |
| Aspect ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Panel | TN | TN |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 60 Hz |
| Brightness | — | 220 nits |
| Colour range | 45% NTSC | — |
| HDR | — | None |
| Finish | Matte | Matte |
| Touchscreen | No | No |
Battery and size
The Acer Chromebook 314 is ahead on battery and weight.
It is a little lighter, and the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 Chromebook doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | Acer Chromebook 314 (CB314-1H) | Lenovo IdeaPad 3 Chromebook |
|---|---|---|
| Battery life (maker claim) | Up to 10.5 hours | Up to 10 hours |
| Battery capacity | 50 Wh | 47 Wh |
| Charger | 45 W | 45 W |
| Charges via | USB-C | USB-C |
| Fast charging | — | None |
| Weight | 1.5 kg | 1.58 kg |
| Dimensions | 326.5 x 228.6 x 18.8 mm | 362 x 243 x 18.95 mm |
| Materials | — | PC-ABS top and bottom |
| Colour | Star Black | Arctic Grey |
| Colours available | Star Black | Arctic Grey, Abyss Blue |
Ports and wireless
The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 Chromebook is ahead on ports and wireless.
It has HDMI and has Wi-Fi 6, and the Acer Chromebook 314 doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | Acer Chromebook 314 (CB314-1H) | Lenovo IdeaPad 3 Chromebook |
|---|---|---|
| Ports | 1x USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (charging, display), 1x USB-A 3.2 Gen 1, 1x 3.5 mm audio, 1x microSD | 2x USB-A 3.2 Gen 1, 1x USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (Power Delivery 3.0, DisplayPort 1.4), 1x HDMI 1.4, 1x 3.5 mm audio, 1x microSD |
| Thunderbolt / USB4 | — | None |
| External displays (max) | — | 2 |
| Card reader | microSD | microSD |
| Ethernet | — | None |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Wi-Fi card | Realtek RTL8822CE-CG | — |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.0 | Bluetooth 5.2 |
| Mobile data | None | None |
Features
The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 Chromebook is ahead on extras.
It has a number pad, and the Acer Chromebook 314 doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | Acer Chromebook 314 (CB314-1H) | Lenovo IdeaPad 3 Chromebook |
|---|---|---|
| Webcam | 720p | 720p |
| Webcam privacy | — | physical shutter |
| Backlit keyboard | No | No |
| Keyboard | — | UK English, non-backlit, numeric keypad |
| Number pad | No | Yes |
| Touchpad | touchpad | Mylar, 70 x 105 mm |
| Speakers | 2 speakers | 2x 2 W stereo |
| Microphones | built-in microphone | dual-array |
| Pen | — | No |
| Security | TPM | Google Security Chip H1, Kensington Nano Security Slot |
Software and model
The Acer Chromebook 314 is ahead on software and updates.
It gets updates for longer, and the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 Chromebook doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | Acer Chromebook 314 (CB314-1H) | Lenovo IdeaPad 3 Chromebook |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | ChromeOS | ChromeOS |
| Updates until | June 2031 | June 2029 |
| Model number | NX.J37EK.002 | 82N40054UK |
| Released | — | 2021 |