Acer C740 vs ASUS Chromebook CX9 (CX9400)

Acer C740 ASUS Chromebook CX9 (CX9400)
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Model
Manufacturer Acer ASUS
Model C740 Chromebook CX9 (CX9400)
Intended Market Consumer Consumer
Release Date February, 2015 -
Approximate Price ~$280 [] []
Display
Screen Size 11.6 " / 29.5 cm 14.0 " / 35.6 cm
Screen Resolution
  • 1366x768
  • 1920x1080
Screen Technology
  • LCD
  • IPS
Touchscreen No Optional better
Pen / Stylus No Optional
Performance
Processors
  • Intel Celeron 3205U
  • Intel Core i3-1115G4/i5-1135G7/i7-1165G7
RAM 2/4 GB 8/16 GB
GPU
  • Intel HD
  • Intel UHD Graphics
  • Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Battery Life 9 hrs -
Octane V2 Score 14,231 -
Storage
Drive Capacity 16 GB 128/256/512 GB
Drive Technology
  • SSD
  • NVMe
Connectivity
USB 2 1 port 0 ports
USB 3 1 port 2 ports
USB Type-C 0 ports 1 port
WiFi 802.11ac 802.11ax better
Features
Android Applications Yes -
Backlit Keyboard No Yes better
Additional Features
  • Full HDMI Port
  • Memory Card Slot
  • Headphone Jack
  • Full HDMI Port
  • Fingerprint Sensor
  • Kensington Lock
  • Memory Card Slot
  • Headphone Jack
Physical Characteristics
Convertible No No
Fanless Yes -
Colors
  • Gray
  • Star Black
Weight 1.30 KG / 2.87 LBS 1.05 KG / 2.31 LBS lighter
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