Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 Chromebook (15IJL7) vs ASUS Chromebook Flip CX1
Both are good choices with different strengths. The Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 Chromebook has a bigger screen, has HDMI and has a number pad, while the ASUS Chromebook Flip CX1 is more compact and is lighter.
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Key differences
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Performance
Evenly matched
Both are built for browsing and documents, with 8 GB of memory each.
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Gaming
Evenly matched
Neither is made for modern games.
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Display
Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 Chromebook wins
The Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 Chromebook has the better screen: 15.6" Full HD 300 nits against 14" Full HD 250 nits.
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Battery life
Evenly matched
Similar battery life: up to 10 hours against up to 11 hours.
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Connectivity
Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 Chromebook wins
The Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 Chromebook is better connected. Only it has HDMI.
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Portability
ASUS Chromebook Flip CX1 wins
The ASUS Chromebook Flip CX1 is easier to carry at 1.63 kg, against 1.9 kg.
Other differences
- Screen size Depends on you
The Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 Chromebook has the bigger screen (15.6" against 14"), while the ASUS Chromebook Flip CX1 is more compact.
- Extras Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 Chromebook wins
Only the Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 Chromebook has a number pad.
Which one should you choose?
Choose the Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 Chromebook if…
- 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).
- You want a number pad, handy for spreadsheets and numbers.
Choose the ASUS Chromebook Flip CX1 if…
- You want something compact for small bags and train tables: it has a 14-inch screen.
- You'll move it around the house or office: it's 0.3 kg lighter.
- You want a Chromebook that stays supported: Google updates it until June 2031.
Full spec comparison
The ASUS Chromebook Flip CX1 leads on battery and weight; elsewhere the 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 8 GB of memory.
| Spec | Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 Chromebook (15IJL7) | ASUS Chromebook Flip CX1 |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Pentium Silver N6000 | Intel Celeron N4500 |
| Graphics | Intel UHD Graphics | Intel UHD Graphics |
| Memory (RAM) | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| Memory type | LPDDR4x-2933 | LPDDR4X |
| Maximum memory | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| Memory upgrades | Soldered (not upgradeable) | Soldered (not upgradeable) |
| Storage | 128 GB | 128 GB |
| Storage type | eMMC | eMMC |
| Storage interface | eMMC 5.1 | eMMC |
| Storage slots | 0 | — |
Screen
The Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 Chromebook is ahead on the screen.
The Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 Chromebook has the bigger screen (15.6" against 14"), while the ASUS Chromebook Flip CX1 is more compact. The Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 Chromebook has a bigger screen and has a brighter screen, while the ASUS Chromebook Flip CX1 is more compact.
| Spec | Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 Chromebook (15IJL7) | ASUS Chromebook Flip CX1 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 15.6" | 14" |
| Resolution | Full HD (1920 x 1080) | Full HD (1920 x 1080) |
| Aspect ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Panel | IPS | IPS |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | — |
| Brightness | 300 nits | 250 nits |
| Colour range | 45% NTSC | 45% NTSC |
| HDR | None | — |
| Finish | Glossy | Glossy |
| Touchscreen | Yes | Yes |
Battery and size
The ASUS Chromebook Flip CX1 is ahead on battery and weight.
It is lighter, and the Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 Chromebook doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 Chromebook (15IJL7) | ASUS Chromebook Flip CX1 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery life (maker claim) | Up to 10 hours | Up to 11 hours |
| Battery capacity | 47 Wh | 50 Wh |
| Charger | 45 W | 45 W |
| Charges via | USB-C | USB-C |
| Weight | 1.9 kg | 1.63 kg |
| Dimensions | 362 x 248 x 18.94 mm | 326 x 229 x 19 mm |
| Materials | PC + ABS (top), PC + ABS (bottom) | — |
| Durability | — | MIL-STD-810H |
| Hinge | 360-degree convertible | 360-degree convertible |
| Colour | Arctic Grey | Transparent Silver |
| Colours available | Abyss Blue, Arctic Grey | Transparent Silver |
Ports and wireless
The Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 Chromebook is ahead on ports and wireless.
It has HDMI, and the ASUS Chromebook Flip CX1 doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 Chromebook (15IJL7) | ASUS Chromebook Flip CX1 |
|---|---|---|
| Ports | 2x USB-A 3.2 Gen 1, 1x USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (charging via 45W USB-C adapter with PD 3.0, data, DisplayPort 1.4), 1x HDMI 1.4b, 1x microSD, 1x 3.5 mm headphone/mic combo | 2x USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (DisplayPort, charging), 2x USB-A 3.2 Gen 1, 1x 3.5 mm audio, 1x microSD |
| Thunderbolt / USB4 | None | — |
| External displays (max) | 2 | — |
| Card reader | microSD | microSD |
| Ethernet | None | — |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.2 | Bluetooth 5.2 |
| Mobile data | None | — |
Features
The Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 Chromebook is ahead on extras.
It has a number pad, and the ASUS Chromebook Flip CX1 doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 Chromebook (15IJL7) | ASUS Chromebook Flip CX1 |
|---|---|---|
| Webcam | 720p | 720p |
| Webcam privacy | physical privacy shutter | — |
| Backlit keyboard | No | — |
| Keyboard | Chrome keyboard, 6-row, numeric keypad, non-backlit | full-size keyboard, 1.4 mm key travel |
| Number pad | Yes | No |
| Touchpad | Buttonless Mylar surface multi-touch, 75 x 120 mm | multi-gesture touchpad |
| Speakers | 2x 2 W stereo, Waves MaxxAudio | built-in speakers |
| Microphones | dual array, Wake-on-Voice, Google Assistant | built-in microphone |
| Pen | No | No |
| Security | Google Security Chip H1, Kensington Nano Security Slot, Camera privacy shutter | Google Titan C, MIL-STD-810H |
Software and model
The Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 Chromebook is ahead on software and updates.
It is newer, and the ASUS Chromebook Flip CX1 doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 Chromebook (15IJL7) | ASUS Chromebook Flip CX1 |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | ChromeOS | ChromeOS |
| Updates until | June 2031 | June 2031 |
| Model number | 82T3000LUK | CX1400FKA-AS88FT |
| Released | 2022 | 2021 |