ASUS Chromebook Flip CR1 vs Lenovo 300e Chromebook
The ASUS Chromebook Flip CR1 is the better laptop on paper: it gets updates for longer, has more memory and has an SD card reader. The Lenovo 300e Chromebook doesn't beat it on any spec that matters.
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Key differences
- Updates ASUS Chromebook Flip CR1 wins
The ASUS Chromebook Flip CR1 gets Chromebook updates until June 2031, about 2 years longer than the Lenovo 300e Chromebook (June 2029).
- Memory ASUS Chromebook Flip CR1 wins
The ASUS Chromebook Flip CR1 has 8 GB of memory against 4 GB, so it has more room for big projects and heavy multitasking.
- Ports ASUS Chromebook Flip CR1 wins
Only the ASUS Chromebook Flip CR1 has an SD card reader.
Which one should you choose?
Choose the ASUS Chromebook Flip CR1 if…
- You'll keep it for years: Google updates it until June 2031.
- You keep lots of tabs and apps open: 8 GB of memory gives it more room than 4 GB.
- You plug things in: it has an SD card reader (for camera cards).
Choose the Lenovo 300e Chromebook if…
- You carry your laptop a lot: it's the lighter of the two at 1.31 kg.
- You mostly browse, stream and write: its Intel Celeron N4020 is built for browsing, email and documents.
- You want something compact: it has a 11.6-inch screen.
Full spec comparison
Add more laptopsThe ASUS Chromebook Flip CR1 leads on software and updates and performance; elsewhere the two are closely matched. Highlighted values mark the better spec in each row, and you can hide the rows where they match.
Performance
The ASUS Chromebook Flip CR1 is ahead on performance.
It has more memory, and the Lenovo 300e Chromebook doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | ASUS Chromebook Flip CR1 | Lenovo 300e Chromebook |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Celeron N5100 | Celeron N4020 |
| Graphics | Intel UHD Graphics | Intel UHD Graphics 600 |
| Memory (RAM) | 8 GB | 4 GB |
| Memory type | LPDDR4X-4266 | LPDDR4-2400 |
| Maximum memory | 8 GB | 4 GB |
| Memory upgrades | Soldered (not upgradeable) | Soldered (not upgradeable) |
| Storage | 32 GB | 32 GB |
| Storage type | eMMC | eMMC |
| Storage interface | onboard eMMC | eMMC 5.1 |
| Storage slots | 0 | 0 |
Screen
Both screens are closely matched.
Size, sharpness and smoothness are near enough the same, so neither has a real edge to look at.
| Spec | ASUS Chromebook Flip CR1 | Lenovo 300e Chromebook |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 11.6" | 11.6" |
| Resolution | HD (1366 x 768) | HD (1366 x 768) |
| Aspect ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Panel | LCD | IPS |
| Refresh rate | — | 60 Hz |
| Brightness | 250 nits | 250 nits |
| Colour range | 50% NTSC | — |
| Finish | Glossy | — |
| Touchscreen | Yes | Yes |
| Pen standard | USI 1.0 | — |
Battery and size
Each laptop has its strengths on battery and weight.
The ASUS Chromebook Flip CR1 has a bigger battery, while the Lenovo 300e Chromebook is a little lighter.
| Spec | ASUS Chromebook Flip CR1 | Lenovo 300e Chromebook |
|---|---|---|
| Battery life (maker claim) | Up to 12 hours | Up to 10 hours |
| Battery capacity | 47 Wh | 42 Wh |
| Charger | 45 W | 45 W |
| Charges via | USB-C | USB-C |
| Weight | 1.42 kg | 1.31 kg |
| Dimensions | 294.6 x 204.9 x 20.65 mm | 290 x 204 x 20.35 mm |
| Materials | — | PC-ABS lid and base |
| Durability | MIL-STD-810H | MIL-STD-810G |
| Hinge | 360-degree convertible | 360-degree convertible |
| Colour | Dark Grey | Black |
| Colours available | — | Black |
Ports and wireless
The ASUS Chromebook Flip CR1 is ahead on ports and wireless.
It has an SD card reader, and the Lenovo 300e Chromebook doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | ASUS Chromebook Flip CR1 | Lenovo 300e Chromebook |
|---|---|---|
| Ports | 2x USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (charging, DisplayPort Alt Mode), 2x USB-A 3.2 Gen 1, 1x 3.5 mm audio, 1x microSD | 2x USB-A 3.1 Gen 1, 2x USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (charging, DisplayPort), 1x 3.5 mm headphone/microphone combo |
| Thunderbolt / USB4 | None | None |
| External displays (max) | — | 1 |
| Card reader | microSD | — |
| Ethernet | None | None |
| Wi-Fi | — | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Wi-Fi card | — | Intel Wireless-AC 9560 |
| Bluetooth | — | Bluetooth 5.1 |
Features
Both have much the same extras.
From the keyboard to the webcam and login, there is little between them.
| Spec | ASUS Chromebook Flip CR1 | Lenovo 300e Chromebook |
|---|---|---|
| Webcam | 720p user-facing + 8 MP world-facing | 720p |
| Backlit keyboard | — | No |
| Keyboard | Chiclet; 1.5 mm key travel; spill-resistant; ASUS Antibacterial Guard | 6-row, spill-resistant, anti-pry keycaps |
| Number pad | No | No |
| Touchpad | — | one-piece multi-touch touchpad |
| Speakers | built-in stereo 2 W speakers | 2x 2 W stereo speakers |
| Microphones | built-in array microphone | single microphone |
| Pen | Supported (sold separately) | No |
| Security | Google Titan C, Kensington lock | Google Security Chip H1, Kensington Security Slot (3 x 7 mm) |
Software and model
The ASUS Chromebook Flip CR1 is ahead on software and updates.
It gets updates for longer, and the Lenovo 300e Chromebook doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | ASUS Chromebook Flip CR1 | Lenovo 300e Chromebook |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | ChromeOS | ChromeOS |
| Updates until | June 2031 | June 2029 |
| Model number | CR1100FKA-YZ182T | — |
| Released | — | 2019 |