Lenovo Chromebook Flex 5vsHuawei MateBook 13

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Lenovo
Lenovo Chromebook Flex 5
Chromebook Flex 5

Quick Stats

The Lenovo Chromebook Flex 5 delivers solid performance that meets everyday needs and online work requirements.
The Lenovo Chromebook Flex 5 boasts a premium build design despite its budget-friendly price tag.
The Lenovo Chromebook Flex 5's display boasts up to 300 nits brightness and USI stylus compatibility.
The Lenovo Chromebook Flex 5 boasts a portable design, touchscreen, and long battery life with decent display brightness.
Huawei
Huawei MateBook 13
MateBook 13

Quick Stats

The Huawei MateBook 13 delivers seamless multitasking and app-switching due to its impressive quad-core processor and 16GB RAM performance.
The Huawei MateBook 13 boasts a premium aluminum body with sturdy construction and sleek Space Gray finish overall.
The MateBook 13's touchscreen display is a highlight, despite some issues with color accuracy and warmth.
The Huawei MateBook 13 boasts impressive features including 512GB storage and 16GB RAM for seamless multitasking.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
Lenovo Chromebook Flex 5
#768
Huawei MateBook 13
Winner
#766
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Lenovo Chromebook Flex 5
#706
Winner
Huawei MateBook 13
#861
Display
Lenovo Chromebook Flex 5
#729
Huawei MateBook 13
#440
Winner
Performance
Lenovo Chromebook Flex 5
#789
Huawei MateBook 13
#746
Winner
Build
Lenovo Chromebook Flex 5
#285
Huawei MateBook 13
#260
Winner
Features
Lenovo Chromebook Flex 5
#492
Winner
Huawei MateBook 13
#760

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Lenovo Lenovo Chromebook Flex 5
Huawei Huawei MateBook 13
up to 20GB
up to 16GB
up to 512GB SSD
up to 512GB SSD
Intel Core i5-10210U
AMD Ryzen 5 3500U
Intel UHD Graphics Xe G4 (48EU)
NVIDIA GeForce MX250 (25W)
N/A
1x 2280 PCIe NVMe 3.0 x4 See photo

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Lenovo Chromebook Flex 5

Strengths

Good battery life about to 9 hours working from a single charge
13.3 inches touch screen with 1080p resolution and 300 nits display brightness
Most comfortable backlit keyboard I've ever used, spill resistant and 360 degrees flexible design
USB type-c ports, USB type-a port, micro sd card slot and regular audio jack for connectivity options
Unique minimalistic and aesthetic design that's so lightweight (1.3 kilograms) and portable

Weaknesses

720p webcam can be blocked by a toggle, but might be a concern for security
Touchpad quality could be better compared to Macbook touchpads
Speakers are not the best, but they do the job for casual use like watching movies
Huge bezel below the screen (1.5 fingers thick) can be a design flaw
Cannot install mac or windows applications on chrome os machine, which might limit software options

Huawei MateBook 13

Strengths

The laptop has a smooth experience with casual web browsing and navigating through multiple productivity apps.
It comes with 512 gigabytes of storage space as well as 16 gigs of ram, which is sufficient for multitasking and switching between apps.
The touchscreen display works pretty well with responsive scrolling, pinching to zoom, and multi-touch gestures.
The battery performance is great, lasting about 7-8 hours on a single charge, and the laptop can be charged from 0 to 100% in about 2 hours.
It's worth considering as an alternative to MacBook Air or MacBook Pro, with a similar look and feel.

Weaknesses

The color accuracy of the display is not perfect, appearing too warm and needing to be adjusted manually.
The bottom firing speakers perform averagely, lacking in low mid frequencies.
It doesn't have support for Wi-Fi Six, which might be a drawback for some users.
The price of MateBook 13 (1598 SGD) is slightly higher than MacBook Air (1499 SGD).
As a 2020 device, it's already a year old and might not have the latest features or technologies.
Read Full Reviews

Lenovo Chromebook Flex 5

The Lenovo Chromebook Flex 5 is a portable work machine that shines in its creative features. With a battery life of up to 9 hours and a decent 13.3-inch touch screen, this Chromebook is perfect for those who need a reliable device for work or play. Its flexible design, comfortable backlit keyboard, and spill-resistant feature make it an excellent choice for creators and students alike. This review will explore the pros and cons of this machine, its specs, and who should consider buying it.

Huawei MateBook 13

The Huawei MateBook 13 is a laptop that presents an intriguing alternative to the MacBook Pro. Its sleek design and impressive specifications, including a 512GB SSD and 16GB of RAM, make it a compelling option for those seeking a Windows device with a Mac-like feel. This review will delve into the laptop's performance, battery life, display quality, and other features, providing an in-depth assessment of its capabilities and value proposition.

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