Choose Chromebook Spin 311 CP311-3H-K72P if you need:
- Processor Model at MT8183 (vs Intel Core Ultra 5 226V)
- GPU Model at Mali-G72 MP3 (vs Intel Arc 130V)
- Installed Memory at 4 GB (vs 16 GB)
- Storage Capacity at 64 GB (vs 512 GB)
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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models Chromebook Spin 311 CP311-3H-K72P and XPS 13 9350 within the same category.
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | Chromebook Spin 311 CP311-3H-K72P | XPS 13 9350 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| General | ||
| Brand | Acer | Dell |
| Product Family | Chromebook Spin 311 | XPS |
| Model | Chromebook Spin 311 CP311-3H-K72P | XPS 13 |
| Model Number | CP311-3H | 9350 |
| Part Number / SKU | NX.HUVEH.002 | — |
| Launch Year | 2025 year | 2024 year |
| Form Factor | 2-in-1 Convertible | Clamshell |
| Laptop Category | Education / Budget | Premium / Ultraportable |
| Color | Pure Silver | — |
| Operating System | ChromeOS | — |
| Operating System Architecture | ARM64 | 64-bit |
| Processor | ||
| Processor Manufacturer | MediaTek | Intel |
| Processor Family | MediaTek MT8183 | Intel Core Ultra 5 |
| Processor Model | MT8183 | Intel Core Ultra 5 226V |
| Processor Generation | MediaTek Kompanio 500 | Intel Core Ultra Processors (Series 2) |
| CPU Architecture | ARM64 | x86-64 |
| CPU Process Node | 12 nm | 3 nm |
| CPU Cores | 8 cores | 8 cores |
| Performance Cores | 4 cores | 4 cores |
| Efficiency Cores | 4 cores | 4 cores |
| CPU Threads | — | 8 threads |
| CPU Base Clock | 2 GHz | 2.1 GHz |
| CPU Max Boost Clock | 2 GHz | 4.5 GHz |
| L3 Cache | — | 8 MB |
| Processor Base Power | — | 17 W |
| Maximum Processor Power | — | 37 W |
| CPU Manageability Technology | — | Intel Standard Manageability (ISM) |
| AI / NPU | ||
| NPU | Yes | Yes |
| NPU Model | MediaTek dual-core AI processor (APU) | Intel AI Boost |
| NPU Performance | 0.5 TOPS | 40 TOPS |
| Platform AI Performance | — | 97 TOPS |
| Copilot+ PC | — | Yes |
| Graphics | ||
| Graphics Type | Integrated | Integrated |
| GPU Manufacturer | MediaTek | Intel |
| GPU Model | Mali-G72 MP3 | Intel Arc 130V |
| VRAM Capacity | 0 GB | 0 GB |
| VRAM Type | Shared system memory | Shared system memory |
| Maximum External Displays | — | 3 displays |
| Maximum External Resolution | — | Up to one 8K display via Thunderbolt 4 |
| Memory | ||
| Installed Memory | 4 GB | 16 GB |
| Maximum Memory | — | 16 GB |
| Memory Type | LPDDR4X | LPDDR5x |
| Memory Speed | — | 8533 MT/s |
| Memory Form Factor | Onboard | Onboard |
| Memory Slots | 0 slots | 0 slots |
| Memory Slots Used | 0 slots | 0 slots |
| Memory Upgradeable | No | No |
| Memory Channels | — | Dual-channel |
| Storage | ||
| Primary Storage Type | eMMC | SSD |
| Storage Capacity | 64 GB | 512 GB |
| Storage Interface | eMMC | PCIe NVMe |
| Storage PCIe Generation | — | PCIe Gen4 |
| Storage Form Factor | Embedded / soldered eMMC | M.2 2230 |
| Installed Storage Drives | 1 drives | 1 drives |
| Maximum Storage Drives | 1 drives | 1 drives |
| M.2 Storage Slots | 0 slots | 1 slots |
| RAID Support | No | — |
| Display | ||
| Display Size | 11.6 inch | 13.4 inch |
| Display Resolution | 1366 x 768 | — |
| Resolution Class | HD | — |
| Display Technology | IPS LCD | — |
| Panel Type | IPS | WVA |
| Touchscreen | Yes | — |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | — |
| Viewing Angle | — | 85° horizontal / 85° vertical degree |
| Low Blue Light Certification | — | Eyesafe low blue light |
| Camera & Biometrics | ||
| Webcam Resolution | 1280 x 720 | 1080p FHD RGB |
| Webcam Frame Rate | — | 30 fps |
| IR Camera | — | Yes |
| Windows Hello Face | — | Yes |
| Fingerprint Reader | — | Yes |
| Fingerprint Reader Location | — | Power button |
| Presence Detection | — | Yes |
| Camera Features | Wide Viewing Angle | 360p IR camera; CMOS sensor |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker Configuration | 2 x stereo speakers | Quad speakers: 2 tweeters + 2 woofers |
| Speaker Power | — | 2 W x 4 (8 W total) W |
| Audio Technology | — | Realtek ALC1318 |
| Microphone Configuration | Built-in microphone | Dual digital-array microphones |
| Audio Jack | Yes | — |
| Keyboard & Input | ||
| Keyboard Type | US International Keyboard | Backlit keyboard with capacitive touch function row and Copilot key |
| Keyboard Backlight | — | Yes |
| Keyboard RGB Zones | — | — |
| Key Travel | 1.6 mm | — |
| Copilot Key | — | Yes |
| Touchpad Type | TouchPad | Multi-touch precision touchpad with integrated scrolling |
| Touchpad Dimensions | — | 112.3 x 64.15 mm |
| Wireless & Networking | ||
| Wi-Fi Standard | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 7 |
| Wi-Fi IEEE Standard | IEEE 802.11ac | 802.11be |
| Wi-Fi Bands | — | 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, 6 GHz |
| Wi-Fi Spatial Streams | 2x2 | 2x2 |
| Wi-Fi Module | — | Intel Killer Wi-Fi 7 1750i (BE201) |
| Bluetooth Version | 4.2 | 5.4 |
| WWAN | No | No |
| Ports & Expansion | ||
| USB Type-A Port Count | 1 ports | 0 ports |
| USB Type-A Specifications | USB 2.0 | — |
| USB Type-C Port Count | 1 ports | 2 ports |
| USB Type-C Specifications | USB 3.1 Gen 1 (5 Gbps) | 2x Thunderbolt 4 / USB4 40 Gbps with Power Delivery and DisplayPort 1.4 |
| USB4 Port Count | 0 ports | 2 ports |
| USB4 Speed | — | 40 Gbps |
| Thunderbolt Port Count | 0 ports | 2 ports |
| Thunderbolt Version | — | Thunderbolt 4 |
| HDMI Port Count | 0 ports | 0 ports |
| DisplayPort Output | DisplayPort over USB-C | DisplayPort 1.4 over USB-C |
| RJ-45 Port Count | 0 ports | 0 ports |
| 3.5 mm Audio Combo Port Count | 1 ports | 0 ports |
| SD Card Slot Count | 0 ports | 0 ports |
| microSD Card Slot Count | 0 ports | 0 ports |
| Smart Card Reader | No | No |
| Internal PCIe Slots | — | 1x M.2 2230/2280 PCIe slot |
| Battery & Power | ||
| Battery Capacity | 36 Wh | 55 Wh |
| Battery Cells | 2 cells | 3 cells |
| Battery Chemistry | Li-ion | Smart lithium-ion polymer |
| Battery Life | 16 hours | — |
| Power Adapter | 45 W | 60 W |
| Power Connector | USB-C | USB Type-C |
| USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes |
| USB Power Delivery Version | USB Power Delivery | USB Power Delivery |
| Maximum USB-C Charging Power | 45 W | 60 W |
| Dimensions & Build | ||
| Width | 290 mm | 295.3 mm |
| Depth | 206 mm | 199.1 mm |
| Thickness | 18.8 mm | — |
| Weight | 1.2 kg | — |
| Chassis Material | — | CNC-machined aluminum |
| Security & Manageability | ||
| TPM | H1 TPM | TPM 2.0 FIPS/TCG certified |
| Microsoft Pluton | — | Yes |
| BIOS / UEFI Password Support | — | Yes |
| Drive Password Support | — | Yes |
| Secure Boot | — | Yes |
| Smart Card Support | No | External reader supported |
| BIOS Recovery / Self-Healing | — | Dell BIOS Recovery from Hard Drive; BIOSConnect |
| Sensors | ||
| Ambient Light Sensor | — | Yes |
| Hall Sensor | — | Yes |
| Environment & Warranty | ||
| Operating Temperature | — | 0 to 35 °C |
| Operating Humidity | — | 10 to 90 % RH |
| Storage Temperature | — | -40 to 65 °C |
| Warranty | 1 years | — |
| Warranty Type | Pick up & Return / Drop-off collection point (1-year ITW) | — |
Chromebook Spin 311 CP311-3H-K72P and XPS 13 9350 share specifications such as CPU Cores (8 cores), Performance Cores (4 cores), Efficiency Cores (4 cores), NPU (Yes).
The main differences: Processor Model (Chromebook Spin 311 CP311-3H-K72P: MT8183, XPS 13 9350: Intel Core Ultra 5 226V); GPU Model (Chromebook Spin 311 CP311-3H-K72P: Mali-G72 MP3, XPS 13 9350: Intel Arc 130V); Installed Memory (Chromebook Spin 311 CP311-3H-K72P: 4 GB, XPS 13 9350: 16 GB); Storage Capacity (Chromebook Spin 311 CP311-3H-K72P: 64 GB, XPS 13 9350: 512 GB).
Chromebook Spin 311 CP311-3H-K72P may suit users who need its differing values, while XPS 13 9350 benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.