Asus Chromebook CM14 FlipvsAsus ZenBook Flip 14 UM462

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ASUS Chromebook CM14 Flip
Chromebook CM14 Flip

Quick Stats

The Asus Chromebook CM14 Flip offers decent entry-level performance with occasional minor stutters and manageable gaming experience.
The ASUS Chromebook CM14 Flip's build quality is lacking due to creaky keyboard deck and plastic construction.
The Asus Chromebook CM14 Flip's display is functional, yet its brightness can occasionally feel somewhat dim indoors.
The Asus Chromebook CM14 Flip offers a full HD touchscreen, USB-C port, and expandable storage options readily available.
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ASUS ZenBook Flip 14 UM462
ZenBook Flip 14 UM462

Quick Stats

The Ryzen 5 processor delivers impressive performance with seamless multitasking and no lag or stuttering observed during daily use.
The ASUS ZenBook Flip 14's build quality is its strongest suit, with premium materials used throughout.
The ASUS ZenBook Flip 14's display is fine for everyday tasks but limited for creative uses.
The Asus ZenBook Flip 14 features a 14-inch touchscreen display and convertible design with Harman Kardon speakers.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
Asus Chromebook CM14 Flip
#816
Asus ZenBook Flip 14 UM462
Winner
#814
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Asus Chromebook CM14 Flip
#281
Winner
Asus ZenBook Flip 14 UM462
#669
Display
Asus Chromebook CM14 Flip
#616
Asus ZenBook Flip 14 UM462
#612
Winner
Performance
Asus Chromebook CM14 Flip
#836
Asus ZenBook Flip 14 UM462
#726
Winner
Build
Asus Chromebook CM14 Flip
#165
Winner
Asus ZenBook Flip 14 UM462
#457
Features
Asus Chromebook CM14 Flip
#707
Asus ZenBook Flip 14 UM462
#702
Winner

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Asus ASUS Chromebook CM14 Flip
Asus ASUS ZenBook Flip 14 UM462
up to 8GB
up to 16GB
up to 128GB SSD
up to 1000GB SSD + up to 1000GB HDD
MediaTek Kompanio 838
AMD Ryzen 5 3500U
ARM Mali-G72 MP3
AMD Radeon RX Vega 8 (R2000/3000, 15W)
N/A
1x 2280 PCIe NVMe 3.0 x2 

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Asus Chromebook CM14 Flip

Strengths

The garage USI 2.0 stylus is a great selling point and easy to use.
It's a pretty versatile device with convertible nature that opens up a number of ways of using it.
Battery life is balanced against performance, allowing for general use throughout the day and into a second day.
The speakers are loud and have good quality, especially when on a flat surface like a desk.
It's great for light gaming and browsing with the Mediatek Compano 520 processor handling games like Real Racing 3 smoothly.

Weaknesses

The build is all plastic and has an extra smooth top that feels unpleasant and attracts fingerprints easily.
Weight is not the lightest at 1.56 kg, making some allowance for the touchscreen necessary.
The webcam is standard 720p and doesn't blow you away, though it does have a manual privacy slider.
The touchpad feels cheap with slight movement when tapping and a bit of noise too.
Some CM14 Flip model options don't come with the optional stylus, even if they support the stylus on their screen.

Asus ZenBook Flip 14 UM462

Strengths

The Asus Zenbook flip 14 is a fine machine for everyday computing tasks, handling multitasking without any signs of lag or stuttering.
It has an acceptable score of three hours and 54 minutes on our standard battery benchmark test
The touchscreen display is bright and colorful with natural colors and sufficient brightness for daylight use
The keyboard is amongst the most comfortable I've seen on a convertible laptop, with large three-stage backlit keys
The touchpad is modern and precise, supporting multi-finger taps and swipes natively on Windows 10
It's built very well, with a firm smooth laptop body made of aluminum and magnesium alloy

Weaknesses

Battery life could have been a lot longer, lasting only about three hours and 54 minutes on our standard battery benchmark test
The battery drains sharply when enabled keyboard backlighting
The stylus isn't suitable for drawing, with poor touch accuracy and low pressure sensitivity
The speakers are hollow, lacking clear lows and making it unsuitable for full-blown entertainment
The laptop is on the heavier side at 1.66 kg, making it difficult to use as a tablet
The battery drains faster than expected, lasting only about three hours and 13 minutes with Wi-Fi and Bluetooth turned on
Read Full Reviews

Asus Chromebook CM14 Flip

The Asus Chromebook CM14 Flip is a 14-inch fully convertible entry-level laptop with a Full HD touchscreen display. This model features the optional Garage stylus for hands-free note-taking and drawing. With a Mediatek Compano 520 processor, 4GB of RAM, and 128GB of storage, it's an affordable option for everyday use. We'll delve into its strengths and weaknesses, including its weight, build quality, display brightness, and performance, to help you decide if this Chromebook is right for you.

Asus ZenBook Flip 14 UM462

The ASUS ZenBook Flip 14 UM462 is an intriguing convertible laptop that attempts to bridge the gap between traditional laptops and tablets. Powered by AMD's Ryzen 5 processor, it boasts impressive everyday performance, handling multitasking with ease. The touchscreen display, though glossy, offers vivid colors and sufficient brightness for daylight use. However, battery life falls short of expectations, and the stylus input leaves room for improvement. Is this device a worthy compromise between form and function?

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