Acer Chromebook 314 (CB314-1H) vs Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Go LTE
Both laptops are very similar and suit the same kind of buyer: both have equally quick processors, 4 GB of memory and 14-inch screens, and both run ChromeOS. The main difference: only the Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Go LTE has a touchscreen.
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Key differences
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Performance
Evenly matched
Both are built for browsing and documents, with 4 GB of memory each.
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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 14" HD.
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Battery life
Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Go LTE wins
The Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Go LTE should last longer: up to 12 hours against up to 10.5 hours.
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Connectivity
Evenly matched
Much the same ports and wireless on both.
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Portability
Evenly matched
About the same to carry: 1.5 kg and 1.45 kg.
Other differences
- Touchscreen Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Go LTE wins
Only the Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Go LTE has a touchscreen.
Which one should you choose?
Choose the Acer Chromebook 314 if…
- You want a Chromebook that stays supported: Google updates it until June 2031.
- You mostly browse, stream and write: its Intel Celeron N4500 is built for browsing, email and documents.
- You want something compact: it has a 14-inch screen.
Choose the Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Go LTE if…
- You like to tap, scroll and sign things on screen: it has a touchscreen.
- You have fast broadband: its Wi-Fi 6 gets more out of a modern router.
- You want a slim laptop that slips into a bag: it's 15.9 mm thick.
Full spec comparison
On the specs both makers publish, these two are closely matched.
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Performance
Both laptops are very close on performance.
Their processors are in the same class: both are built for browsing, email and documents, and both have 4 GB of memory.
| Spec | Acer Chromebook 314 (CB314-1H) | Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Go LTE |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Celeron N4500 | Intel Celeron N4500 |
| Graphics | Intel UHD Graphics | Intel UHD Graphics |
| Memory (RAM) | 4 GB | 4 GB |
| Memory type | LPDDR4X | LPDDR4X |
| Maximum memory | 4 GB | 4 GB |
| Memory upgrades | Soldered (not upgradeable) | Soldered (not upgradeable) |
| Storage | 64 GB | 64 GB |
| Storage type | eMMC | eMMC |
| Storage interface | eMMC | eMMC |
Screen
The Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Go LTE is ahead on the screen.
It has a touchscreen, and the Acer Chromebook 314 doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | Acer Chromebook 314 (CB314-1H) | Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Go LTE |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 14" | 14" |
| Resolution | Full HD (1920 x 1080) | HD (1366 x 768) |
| Aspect ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Panel | TN | LCD |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | — |
| Colour range | 45% NTSC | — |
| HDR | — | None |
| Finish | Matte | Matte |
| Touchscreen | No | Yes |
Battery and size
The Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Go LTE is ahead on battery and weight.
It is slimmer, and the Acer Chromebook 314 doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | Acer Chromebook 314 (CB314-1H) | Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Go LTE |
|---|---|---|
| Battery life (maker claim) | Up to 10.5 hours | Up to 12 hours |
| Battery capacity | 50 Wh | 42.3 Wh |
| Charger | 45 W | 45 W |
| Charges via | USB-C | USB-C |
| Weight | 1.5 kg | 1.45 kg |
| Dimensions | 326.5 x 228.6 x 18.8 mm | 327.1 x 225.6 x 15.9 mm |
| Durability | — | shock-resistant build |
| Hinge | — | 180-degree lay-flat |
| Colour | Star Black | Silver |
| Colours available | Star Black | Silver |
Ports and wireless
The Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Go LTE is ahead on ports and wireless.
It has Wi-Fi 6, and the Acer Chromebook 314 doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | Acer Chromebook 314 (CB314-1H) | Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Go LTE |
|---|---|---|
| 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-C, 1x USB-A 3.2, 1x 3.5 mm audio, 1x microSD, 1x SIM tray |
| Thunderbolt / USB4 | — | None |
| 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 5.1 |
| Mobile data | None | 4G LTE |
Features
Both have much the same extras.
From the keyboard to the webcam and login, there is little between them.
| Spec | Acer Chromebook 314 (CB314-1H) | Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Go LTE |
|---|---|---|
| Webcam | 720p | 720p HD (1 MP) |
| Backlit keyboard | No | — |
| Keyboard | — | 180-degree learning-oriented clamshell keyboard |
| Number pad | No | No |
| Touchpad | touchpad | — |
| Speakers | 2 speakers | stereo speakers |
| Microphones | built-in microphone | digital microphone |
| Security | TPM | — |
Software and model
Both run ChromeOS.
So the same apps work on both, and they get the same kind of updates.
| Spec | Acer Chromebook 314 (CB314-1H) | Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Go LTE |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | ChromeOS | ChromeOS |
| Updates until | June 2031 | June 2031 |
| Model number | NX.J37EK.002 | XE345XDA-KA2UK |
| Released | — | 2021 |