Asus Chromebook Flip C433vsLenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5

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Asus
ASUS Chromebook Flip C433
Chromebook Flip C433

Quick Stats

The ASUS Chromebook Flip C433 delivers solid performance suitable for everyday tasks with ease always.
The overall build quality of the ASUS Chromebook Flip C433 is merely adequate, lacking a premium feel.
The ASUS Chromebook Flip C433's display is serviceable for general use but lacks color accuracy and depth.
The ASUS Chromebook Flip C433 boasts an impressive full HD screen and decent battery life.
Lenovo
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5
ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5

Quick Stats

The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 delivers impressive performance with smooth handling of demanding tasks.
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 boasts exceptional build quality and a premium design overall.
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 has an excellent and vibrant 16-inch display with great brightness levels.
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 boasts a high-resolution display with up to 600 nits of brightness.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
Asus Chromebook Flip C433
#866
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5
Winner
#3
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Asus Chromebook Flip C433
#848
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5
#110
Winner
Display
Asus Chromebook Flip C433
#815
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5
#140
Winner
Performance
Asus Chromebook Flip C433
#853
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5
#61
Winner
Build
Asus Chromebook Flip C433
#161
Winner
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5
#757
Features
Asus Chromebook Flip C433
#842
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5
#122
Winner

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Asus ASUS Chromebook Flip C433
Lenovo Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5
up to 8GB
up to 64GB
up to 128GB SSD
up to 8000GB SSD
Intel Pentium 4415Y
Intel Core i9-12900H
Intel UHD Graphics 615
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 (Laptop, 95W)

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Asus Chromebook Flip C433

Strengths

The battery life is just as advertised, that kind of standard 8 to 10 hours.
At $420, it's a more interesting price point compared to the $499 MSRP.
The full HD panel with 16 by 9 and 1920 1080 resolution helps not eating up a ton of your battery.
It gets the same type of battery we've come to expect from Chromebooks.
You can easily get through a workday no problem and probably have some more to get through half the work day after that.
The speakers are good, side-firing, and don't detract from the experience.
It's got a performance that you're not gonna run into any issue really with battery life.
At $420, it's in a sweet spot between the 425 and 434 models.

Weaknesses

The plastic deck is flimsy and may not hold up over time.
The keyboard and trackpad are less impressive than other Chromebooks like the C434.
The muted colors on the screen may be a turn-off for some users.
The dimmer screen compared to the C434 is a drawback.
There's no benefit to buying this Chromebook over the 434 model, except for price.
Saving $100-130 may not be worth the trade-offs in terms of design and performance.
It lacks the touch screen functionality that the 425 has at a lower price point.
The form factor is interesting but ultimately falls short compared to the C434.

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5

Strengths

The X1 extreme is one of my favorite thinkpads because I feel it's the right combination of performance, battery, and portability.
It's not too big to carry around in your bag while providing the performance you need for Creative work or any other professional tasks that require a powerful GPU and CPU.
The design is your typical ThinkPad in black with red accents, and the body is made of magnesium and carbon fiber which are light and durable materials.
The display is great for Creative work indoors and Outdoors, it's bright, great contrast, and color, no complaints here.
I can comfortably type on the keyboard every day, it has great key travel spacing and layout.
The speakers sound great, they're tuned by Dolby Atmos and you can play with the audio settings from the Lenovo Vantage app.
It's very easy to upgrade the RAM, there are seven screws at the bottom which you don't need to worry about losing.

Weaknesses

This laptop attracts fingerprints especially around the Palm rest area so having a microfiber cloth nearby helps.
The X-rite color assistant pre-installed crashes after looking around Reddit and support forums, it's supposed to help calibrate the display and let you easily switch color profiles.
Sometimes the fan noise is noticeable when using Microsoft teams or watching YouTube videos.
I'm not a big gamer but playing Call of Duty Warzone with the GPU that came with this review unit had an average experience.
The battery life is around 5 hours which is fine, it can go up or down depending on the type of usage that day.
The charger is a little big so it'll take up a lot of space in your bag
I'm not a fan of USB type A ports, I'd rather replace these with more USBC ports.
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Asus Chromebook Flip C433

The ASUS Chromebook Flip C433 is an intriguing device that blends versatility with affordability. With its sleek design and flip functionality, this Chromebook promises to deliver seamless multitasking and portability. However, upon closer inspection, some compromises become apparent. The plastic deck and muted screen colors may not meet the expectations of those seeking a premium user experience. As a mid-range option, the C433 finds itself caught between budget-friendly rivals like the ASUS Chromebook Flip C425 and the higher-end C434. Is it worth considering at its current price point?

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5

The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 is a powerhouse laptop that balances performance with portability in a durable ThinkPad body. Its magnesium and carbon fiber construction makes it a premium device, while its 16-inch display offers great brightness and contrast for indoor and outdoor use. With various configuration options, this laptop caters to professionals who need a powerful GPU and CPU for creative work or other demanding tasks.

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