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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 Surface Laptop 7 15-inch within the same category.
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | Chromebook Spin 311 CP311-3H-K72P | Surface Laptop 7 15-inch |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| General | ||
| Brand | Acer | Microsoft |
| Product Family | Chromebook Spin 311 | Surface Laptop |
| Model | Chromebook Spin 311 CP311-3H-K72P | Surface Laptop 7 15-inch |
| Model Number | CP311-3H | 2037 |
| Part Number / SKU | NX.HUVEH.002 | Surface_Laptop_7th_Edition_2037 |
| 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 | Windows 11 Home |
| Operating System Architecture | ARM64 | 64-bit |
| Processor | ||
| Processor Manufacturer | MediaTek | Qualcomm |
| Processor Family | MediaTek MT8183 | Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite |
| Processor Model | MT8183 | Snapdragon X Elite X1E80100 |
| Processor Generation | MediaTek Kompanio 500 | — |
| CPU Architecture | ARM64 | ARM64 |
| CPU Process Node | 12 nm | 4 nm |
| CPU Cores | 8 cores | 12 cores |
| Performance Cores | 4 cores | — |
| Efficiency Cores | 4 cores | — |
| CPU Base Clock | 2 GHz | — |
| CPU Max Boost Clock | 2 GHz | 4 GHz |
| AI / NPU | ||
| NPU | Yes | Yes |
| NPU Model | MediaTek dual-core AI processor (APU) | Qualcomm Hexagon NPU |
| NPU Performance | 0.5 TOPS | 45 TOPS |
| Copilot+ PC | — | Yes |
| Graphics | ||
| Graphics Type | Integrated | Integrated |
| GPU Manufacturer | MediaTek | Qualcomm |
| GPU Model | Mali-G72 MP3 | Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 |
| VRAM Capacity | 0 GB | 0 GB |
| VRAM Type | Shared system memory | Shared system memory |
| GPU Boost Clock | — | 1250 MHz |
| Maximum External Displays | — | 2 displays |
| Maximum External Resolution | — | 5120 x 2880 @ 60 Hz (single); 3840 x 2160 @ 60 Hz each (dual) |
| Memory | ||
| Installed Memory | 4 GB | 16 GB |
| Maximum Memory | — | 64 GB |
| Memory Type | LPDDR4X | LPDDR5X |
| Memory Speed | — | 8448 MT/s |
| Memory Form Factor | Onboard | Soldered |
| Memory Slots | 0 slots | 0 slots |
| Memory Slots Used | 0 slots | 0 slots |
| Memory Upgradeable | No | No |
| Storage | ||
| Primary Storage Type | eMMC | SSD |
| Storage Capacity | 64 GB | 512 GB |
| Storage Interface | eMMC | PCIe NVMe |
| Storage PCIe Generation | — | PCIe 4.0 |
| Storage Form Factor | Embedded / soldered eMMC | Removable SSD |
| 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 | — |
| Card Reader | — | Yes |
| Card Reader Formats | — | microSDXC |
| Card Reader Standard | — | microSDXC |
| Display | ||
| Display Size | 11.6 inch | 15 inch |
| Display Resolution | 1366 x 768 | 2496 x 1664 |
| Resolution Class | HD | Custom |
| Display Technology | IPS LCD | — |
| Panel Type | IPS | PixelSense Flow |
| Touchscreen | Yes | Yes |
| Refresh Rate | — | 120 Hz |
| Variable Refresh Rate | — | Yes |
| Display Brightness | — | 600 nits |
| Peak HDR Brightness | — | 600 nits |
| Contrast Ratio | — | 1300:1 |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 3:2 |
| Display Finish | — | Glossy |
| HDR Support | — | Yes |
| Dolby Vision | — | Yes |
| Viewing Angle | — | 178° x 178° degree |
| Camera & Biometrics | ||
| Webcam Resolution | 1280 x 720 | 1080p FHD |
| IR Camera | — | Yes |
| Windows Hello Face | — | Yes |
| Camera Features | Wide Viewing Angle | Windows Studio Effects |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker Configuration | 2 x stereo speakers | Omnisonic speakers |
| Audio Technology | — | Dolby Atmos |
| Microphone Configuration | Built-in microphone | Dual Studio Mics |
| Audio Jack | Yes | Yes |
| Keyboard & Input | ||
| Keyboard Type | US International Keyboard | Mechanical keyboard |
| Keyboard Backlight | — | Yes |
| Keyboard RGB Zones | — | — |
| Numeric Keypad | — | Yes |
| Key Travel | 1.6 mm | — |
| Copilot Key | — | Yes |
| Touchpad Type | TouchPad | Precision Haptic touchpad |
| Touchpad Material | — | Glass |
| Wireless & Networking | ||
| Wi-Fi Standard | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 7 |
| Wi-Fi IEEE Standard | IEEE 802.11ac | 802.11be |
| Wi-Fi Bands | — | Tri-band |
| Wi-Fi Spatial Streams | 2x2 | 2x2 |
| Bluetooth Version | 4.2 | 5.4 |
| WWAN | No | No |
| SIM Slot | — | — |
| Ports & Expansion | ||
| USB Type-A Port Count | 1 ports | 1 ports |
| USB Type-A Specifications | USB 2.0 | USB-A 3.1 |
| USB Type-C Port Count | 1 ports | 2 ports |
| USB Type-C Specifications | USB 3.1 Gen 1 (5 Gbps) | USB-C / USB4 / charging / DisplayPort 1.4a |
| USB4 Port Count | 0 ports | 2 ports |
| USB4 Speed | — | 40 Gbps |
| Thunderbolt Port Count | 0 ports | 0 ports |
| HDMI Port Count | 0 ports | 0 ports |
| DisplayPort Output | DisplayPort over USB-C | DisplayPort 1.4a via USB-C |
| RJ-45 Port Count | 0 ports | 0 ports |
| 3.5 mm Audio Combo Port Count | 1 ports | 1 ports |
| SD Card Slot Count | 0 ports | 0 ports |
| microSD Card Slot Count | 0 ports | 1 ports |
| Smart Card Reader | No | No |
| Dedicated Docking Connector | — | Yes |
| Internal PCIe Slots | — | 1x removable PCIe 4.0 SSD |
| Battery & Power | ||
| Battery Capacity | 36 Wh | 66 Wh |
| Battery Cells | 2 cells | — |
| Battery Chemistry | Li-ion | Li-ion |
| Battery Life | 16 hours | 22 hours |
| Battery Life Test Method | — | Microsoft local video playback test |
| Fast Charging | — | Yes |
| Fast Charge Level | — | 80 % |
| Fast Charge Time | — | 60 min |
| Power Adapter | 45 W | 65 W |
| Power Connector | USB-C | Surface Connect |
| USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes |
| USB Power Delivery Version | USB Power Delivery | — |
| Maximum USB-C Charging Power | 45 W | 65 W |
| Dimensions & Build | ||
| Width | 290 mm | 329 mm |
| Depth | 206 mm | 239 mm |
| Thickness | 18.8 mm | 18.29 mm |
| Weight | 1.2 kg | 1.66 kg |
| Chassis Material | — | Anodized aluminum |
| Lid Material | — | Anodized aluminum |
| Base Material | — | Anodized aluminum |
| MIL-STD Testing | — | MIL-STD-810H tested |
| Security & Manageability | ||
| TPM | H1 TPM | Pluton TPM 2.0 |
| Microsoft Pluton | — | Yes |
| Secure Boot | — | Yes |
| Enterprise Manageability | — | — |
| Smart Card Support | No | No |
| Sensors | ||
| Ambient Light Sensor | — | Yes |
| Color / Color Temperature Sensor | — | Yes |
| Certifications & Sustainability | ||
| ENERGY STAR | — | ENERGY STAR |
| EPEAT | — | Gold |
| TCO Certified | — | TCO Certified |
| Recycled Materials | — | Enclosure: minimum 67.2% recycled content; includes 100% recycled aluminum alloy and 100% recycled rare earth metals |
| Product Carbon Footprint | — | 225 kg CO2e |
| Environment & Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 1 years | 1 years |
| Warranty Type | Pick up & Return / Drop-off collection point (1-year ITW) | Limited hardware warranty |
Chromebook Spin 311 CP311-3H-K72P and Surface Laptop 7 15-inch share specifications such as CPU Architecture (ARM64), NPU (Yes), Graphics Type (Integrated), VRAM Capacity (0 GB).
The main differences: Processor Model (Chromebook Spin 311 CP311-3H-K72P: MT8183, Surface Laptop 7 15-inch: Snapdragon X Elite X1E80100); GPU Model (Chromebook Spin 311 CP311-3H-K72P: Mali-G72 MP3, Surface Laptop 7 15-inch: Qualcomm Adreno X1-85); Installed Memory (Chromebook Spin 311 CP311-3H-K72P: 4 GB, Surface Laptop 7 15-inch: 16 GB); Storage Capacity (Chromebook Spin 311 CP311-3H-K72P: 64 GB, Surface Laptop 7 15-inch: 512 GB).
Chromebook Spin 311 CP311-3H-K72P may suit users who need its differing values, while Surface Laptop 7 15-inch benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.
