ASUS CX1 15.6" CX1500CKA-DH44F Transparent Silver 2022
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon 14" 21KC00A8US Black 2024
What Buyers Say
ASUS CX1 15.6" CX1500CKA-DH44F Transparent Silver 2022
Users find this ASUS Chromebook reliable and easy to use for daily tasks like research and college work. It has been problem-free for several days of use, and one parent reports it is completely reliable for their son's college needs. However, there is some confusion about the timing of surveys and missing details like software or support dates.
Pros
- Easy to get online
- Reliable for daily use
- Good for college work
- Problem-free experience
Cons
- Confusing survey timing
- Missing software details
- Unclear support dates
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon 14" 21KC00A8US Black 2024
The ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12 is widely praised for its lightweight design, solid build, and excellent keyboard, making it a favorite among professionals and frequent travelers. Many users highlight its fast performance and good battery life, though some report hardware issues like touchpad failures, power-on problems, and occasional sluggishness. Customer service experiences are mixed, with a few citing poor support for defects. Overall, it is seen as a reliable, premium ultrabook with minor drawbacks in screen resolution and heat management.
Pros
- Lightweight design
- Excellent keyboard
- Fast performance
- Good battery life
- Solid build quality
Cons
- Touchpad issues
- Power-on problems
- Customer service difficulties
- Screen resolution could be better
- Runs warm under load
Scores
Specifications
| ASUS CX1 15.6" CX1500CKA-DH44F | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon 14" 21KC00A8US | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Intel Celeron N4500 | Intel Core Ultra 7 155U★ |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 2 | 12★ |
| Frequency | 1.1 GHz | 1.7 GHz★ |
| L3 Cache | 4 MB | 12 MB★ |
| Graphics | ||
| GPU | Intel UHD Graphics | Intel Graphics★ |
| GPU Benchmark Score | No data | |
| Type | integrated | integrated |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 4 GB | 16 GB★ |
| RAM Generation | LPDDR4X | LPDDR5X★ |
| Storage 1 | 64 GB | 512 GB★ |
| Storage 1 Type | eMMC | NVMe SSD★ |
| Display | ||
| Size | 15.6" | 14" |
| Resolution | 1920 px | 1920 px |
| Panel | LCD | IPS★ |
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | 60 Hz |
| Brightness | 220 nits | 400 nits★ |
| Color Gamut | 45% NTSC | 100 percent |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB-C Ports | 2 | 2 |
| USB Ports | 2 | 2 |
| Thunderbolt | — | Thunderbolt 4 |
| HDMI | — | HDMI 2.1 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6E★ |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.2 | Bluetooth 5.3★ |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 1.80 kg | 1.07 kg★ |
| Battery | 42 Wh | 57 Wh★ |
| OS | ChromeOS | Windows 11 Pro |
Pros & Cons
ASUS CX1 15.6" CX1500CKA-DH44F Transparent Silver 2022
- Below average ram (2nd percentile)2nd %ile
- Below average storage (4th percentile)4th %ile
- Below average gpu (14th percentile)14th %ile
- Below average screen (32nd percentile)
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon 14" 21KC00A8US Black 2024
- Strong social proof (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong portability (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong reliability (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Strong port selection (78th percentile)
Verdict
Scores 71 overall, wins 8 of 8 usage categories and 17 of 27 specs.