Acer Chromebook Plus Spin 514vsAsus Chromebook CX9

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Acer
Acer Chromebook Plus Spin 514
Chromebook Plus Spin 514

Quick Stats

The Acer Chromebook Plus Spin 514 boasts robust performance thanks to its Intel Core i5 processor.
The Acer Chromebook Plus Spin 514 boasts sturdy build quality with premium feel and durable construction overall.
The Acer Chromebook Plus Spin 514 boasts an excellent display with accurate colors and impressive screen-to-body ratio.
The Acer Chromebook Plus Spin 514 offers a powerful 13th gen Intel Core i5 processor with impressive features.
Asus
ASUS Chromebook CX9
Chromebook CX9

Quick Stats

The ASUS Chromebook CX9 boasts impressive specs, with an 11th gen Intel Core i7 processor, up to 16GB RAM, and NVMe storage. Most important takeaway: The device has a powerful performance.
The ASUS Chromebook CX9 boasts an impressive all-aluminum alloy build that's well-constructed and durable.
The ASUS Chromebook CX9's display is merely good, not great, despite its adequate brightness and pixel density.
The ASUS Chromebook CX9 boasts impressive features with an Intel Core i7 processor and large storage capacity.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
Acer Chromebook Plus Spin 514
Winner
#567
Asus Chromebook CX9
#572
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Acer Chromebook Plus Spin 514
#625
Winner
Asus Chromebook CX9
#667
Display
Acer Chromebook Plus Spin 514
#159
Winner
Asus Chromebook CX9
#610
Performance
Acer Chromebook Plus Spin 514
#720
Asus Chromebook CX9
#584
Winner
Build
Acer Chromebook Plus Spin 514
#127
Asus Chromebook CX9
#20
Winner
Features
Acer Chromebook Plus Spin 514
#179
Winner
Asus Chromebook CX9
#245

Note: Lower rank number indicates a better position in category.

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Acer Acer Chromebook Plus Spin 514
Asus ASUS Chromebook CX9
up to 16GB
up to 16GB
up to 256GB SSD
up to 4000GB SSD
Intel Core i5-1335U
Intel Core i7-1255U
Intel UHD Graphics (Alder Lake, 64EU)
Intel UHD Graphics Xe G4 (48EU)

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Acer Chromebook Plus Spin 514

Strengths

It's one of the highest spec Chromebook Plus models I've shown on the channel.
It feels like the lid is aluminum with plastic for the rest of the chassis, but certainly feeling very rigid, very premium in the hand.
The rounded corners on all edges are really nice to handle.
The keyboard deck is nicely laid out and looking very similar again to that Spin 714.
The touch display is looking great on first impression. It's 14 in. It's coated in Gorilla Glass. And it's a WXGA resolution, so that's 1920 x 1200.
It covers 100% of the sRGB color space, so colors should look really accurate.

Weaknesses

The Chromebook Plus Spin 514 sits below the more premium Chromebook plus Spin 714.
The available specs and prices are not fully disclosed until later in the video.
It's not clear if it feels too heavy for what it is.
There's no mention of a pen option with this model, unlike the Spin 714.
Availability in the UK is looking a little low.
Some configurations have less storage (128 gig universal flash storage).

Asus Chromebook CX9

Strengths

It's got a huge glass track pad
The keyboard is very, very good
The trackpad is equally well made with a great click
It has military grade toughness and durability
The screen is fantastic
It's packed to the gills with specs

Weaknesses

It just doesn't click with me
I wish it would be a convertible when I need it
It picks up fingerprints worse than any chromebook I've ever used
The disappointing speakers or it's angular boxy design may be off-putting
The clamshell hinge is not the most flexible, sometimes limiting its usability
It feels disjointed to me, unlike a perfect example like the Pixelbook Go
Read Full Reviews

Acer Chromebook Plus Spin 514

The Acer Chromebook Plus Spin 514 sits comfortably in the mid-premium range, offering a desirable balance between features and price. With its 14in convertible display, 13th gen Intel Core i5 processor, and 16GB of RAM, it's one of the highest-spec Chromebooks from Acer. This review will delve into the device's performance, design, and overall value, providing an in-depth look at whether this Spin 514 is a worthy consideration for those seeking a reliable and feature-packed Chromebook experience.

Asus Chromebook CX9

The ASUS Chromebook CX9 is a powerhouse that checks all the right boxes on paper. With up to an 11th Gen Intel Core i7 processor, 16GB of RAM, and 512GB of NVMe storage, it's a beast of a device. But despite its impressive specs, I couldn't help but feel a disconnect with this Chromebook. It's well-built, fast, and has all the features you'd want in a laptop, yet something just doesn't click. Is it the angular design or lackluster speakers? I'll dive deeper into my thoughts on this device in my full review.

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