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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models Chromebook C202SA and GS43VR 7RE within the same category.
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | Chromebook C202SA | GS43VR 7RE |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| General | ||
| Brand | ASUS | MSI |
| Product Family | Chromebook | — |
| Model | Chromebook C202SA | GS43VR 7RE |
| Model Number | C202SA | — |
| Launch Year | 2016 year | 2017 year |
| Form Factor | Clamshell | Clamshell |
| Laptop Category | Education / Budget | Gaming |
| Color | Dark blue and silver | — |
| Operating System | ChromeOS | Windows 10 |
| Operating System Architecture | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| Processor | ||
| Processor Manufacturer | Intel | Intel |
| Processor Family | Intel Celeron | Intel Core i7 |
| Processor Model | Intel Celeron Dual Core N3060 1.6GHz | Intel Core i7 7700HQ 2.8GHz |
| Processor Generation | Braswell | 7th Gen |
| CPU Architecture | x86-64 | x86-64 |
| CPU Process Node | 14 nm | 14 nm |
| CPU Cores | 2 cores | 4 cores |
| Efficiency Cores | 0 cores | 0 cores |
| CPU Threads | 2 threads | 8 threads |
| CPU Base Clock | 1.6 GHz | 2.8 GHz |
| CPU Max Boost Clock | 2.48 GHz | 3.8 GHz |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB | — |
| L3 Cache | 0 MB | 6 MB |
| Processor Base Power | 6 W | 45 W |
| CPU Manageability Technology | Intel vPro: No | — |
| AI / NPU | ||
| Platform AI Performance | — | 0 TOPS |
| Graphics | ||
| Graphics Type | Integrated | Discrete |
| GPU Manufacturer | Intel | NVIDIA |
| GPU Model | Intel HD Graphics 400 | Nvidia GeForce GTX 1060 |
| GPU Architecture | Intel Gen8-LP | Pascal |
| VRAM Capacity | 0 GB | 6 GB |
| VRAM Type | Shared system memory | GDDR5 |
| GPU TGP | 6 W | — |
| GPU Boost Clock | 600 MHz | — |
| Maximum External Displays | 2 displays | 3 displays |
| Maximum External Resolution | 3840 x 2160 @ 30 Hz | 3840 x 2160 @ 30 Hz |
| Memory | ||
| Installed Memory | 4 GB | 16 GB |
| Maximum Memory | 4 GB | 32 GB |
| Memory Type | LPDDR3 | DDR4 SDRAM |
| Memory Speed | 1066 MT/s | 2400 MT/s |
| Memory Form Factor | Soldered | SO-DIMM |
| Memory Slots | 0 slots | 2 slots |
| Memory Slots Used | 0 slots | 2 slots |
| Memory Upgradeable | No | Yes |
| Memory Channels | Single | Dual-channel |
| Storage | ||
| Primary Storage Type | eMMC | SSD |
| Storage Capacity | 16 GB | 256 GB |
| Storage Interface | eMMC 5.0 | PCIe NVMe; SATA |
| Storage PCIe Generation | — | PCIe 3.0 |
| Storage Form Factor | BGA eMMC | M.2 2280; 2.5-inch |
| Installed Storage Drives | 1 drives | 2 drives |
| Maximum Storage Drives | 1 drives | 2 drives |
| M.2 Storage Slots | 0 slots | 1 slots |
| 2.5-inch Drive Bay | — | Yes |
| RAID Support | No RAID | No |
| Card Reader | Yes | Yes |
| Card Reader Formats | SD, SDHC, SDXC | SD; SDHC; SDXC |
| Card Reader Standard | UHS-I | SDXC |
| Display | ||
| Display Size | 11.6 inch | 14 inch |
| Display Resolution | 1366 x 768 | 1920 x 1080 |
| Resolution Class | HD | FHD |
| Display Technology | LED-backlit LCD | IPS LCD |
| Panel Type | TN | IPS |
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | 60 Hz |
| Display Brightness | 200 nits | — |
| Color Depth | 8-bit | — |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Display Finish | Anti-glare | Anti-glare |
| Adaptive Sync Technology | — | — |
| Viewing Angle | 90 horizontal / 60 vertical degree | — |
| Camera & Biometrics | ||
| Webcam Resolution | 1280 x 720 | 1080p Full HD |
| Webcam Frame Rate | 30 fps | 30 fps |
| Camera Features | Integrated HD webcam | Fixed-focus RGB webcam |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker Configuration | Stereo speakers | 2x 2W speakers |
| Audio Technology | ASUS SonicMaster | Nahimic; ESS SABRE HiFi |
| Microphone Configuration | Array microphone | Integrated microphone |
| Audio Jack | Yes | Yes |
| Keyboard & Input | ||
| Keyboard Type | Spill-resistant chiclet keyboard | Compact keyboard |
| Keyboard Backlight | — | Yes |
| Spill-Resistant Keyboard | Yes | — |
| Touchpad Type | Multi-touch touchpad | Multi-touch touchpad |
| Wireless & Networking | ||
| Wi-Fi Standard | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Wi-Fi IEEE Standard | IEEE 802.11ac/b/g/n | IEEE 802.11ac |
| Wi-Fi Bands | 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz | 2.4 GHz; 5 GHz |
| Wi-Fi Spatial Streams | 2x2 | 2x2 |
| Bluetooth Version | 4.2 | Bluetooth 4.1 |
| Ethernet | — | Yes |
| Ethernet Speed | — | Gigabit Ethernet |
| WWAN | No | — |
| Ports & Expansion | ||
| USB Type-A Port Count | 2 ports | 3 ports |
| USB Type-A Specifications | USB 3.0 (5 Gbps) | USB 3.0 |
| USB Type-C Port Count | 0 ports | 1 ports |
| USB Type-C Specifications | — | USB 3.1 Type-C |
| USB4 Port Count | 0 ports | 0 ports |
| Thunderbolt Port Count | 0 ports | 0 ports |
| HDMI Port Count | 1 ports | 1 ports |
| HDMI Version | 1.4 | HDMI 1.4 |
| DisplayPort Output | — | Mini DisplayPort 1.2 |
| RJ-45 Port Count | 0 ports | 1 ports |
| 3.5 mm Audio Combo Port Count | 1 ports | 2 ports |
| SD Card Slot Count | 1 ports | 1 ports |
| microSD Card Slot Count | 0 ports | — |
| Smart Card Reader | No | — |
| Security Lock Slot | Yes | Yes |
| Internal PCIe Slots | Onboard eMMC | — |
| Battery & Power | ||
| Battery Capacity | 38 Wh | 61 Wh |
| Battery Cells | 2 cells | 4 cells |
| Battery Chemistry | Li-polymer | Lithium-polymer |
| Battery Life | 10 hours | — |
| Battery Life Test Method | Chromium OS power LoadTest; local video playback above 80 nits | — |
| Power Adapter | 40 W | 180 W |
| Power Connector | Barrel connector | Barrel connector |
| Dimensions & Build | ||
| Width | 294 mm | 345 mm |
| Depth | 200 mm | 245 mm |
| Thickness | 22.5 mm | 22.8 mm |
| Weight | 1.2 kg | 1.6 kg |
| Chassis Material | Reinforced plastic and rubber | Aluminum; Plastic |
| Lid Material | Reinforced plastic | — |
| Base Material | Reinforced plastic with rubber bumper | — |
| Hinge Opening Angle | 180 degree | 180 degree |
| MIL-STD Testing | MIL-STD-810G drop testing | — |
| IP Rating | No IP rating | Not rated |
| Security & Manageability | ||
| TPM | Discrete TPM | Firmware TPM 2.0 |
| BIOS / UEFI Password Support | — | Yes |
| Drive Password Support | — | Yes |
| Secure Boot | Yes | Yes |
| Enterprise Manageability | ChromeOS verified-boot management | — |
| Smart Card Support | No | — |
| BIOS Recovery / Self-Healing | ChromeOS recovery mode | Standard BIOS recovery |
| Sensors | ||
| Hall Sensor | — | Yes |
| Certifications & Sustainability | ||
| RoHS Compliance | Yes | Yes |
| Recycled Materials | Not claimed | — |
| Environment & Warranty | ||
| Operating Temperature | 5 to 35 °C | 5–35 °C °C |
| Operating Humidity | 20 to 80 non-condensing % RH | 20–80% RH, non-condensing % RH |
| Storage Temperature | -10 to 60 °C | -20–60 °C °C |
| Warranty | 1 years | 2 years |
| Warranty Type | Limited warranty including battery | Limited warranty |
Chromebook C202SA and GS43VR 7RE share specifications such as Form Factor (Clamshell), Operating System Architecture (64-bit), Processor Manufacturer (Intel), CPU Architecture (x86-64).
The main differences: Processor Model (Chromebook C202SA: Intel Celeron Dual Core N3060 1.6GHz, GS43VR 7RE: Intel Core i7 7700HQ 2.8GHz); GPU Model (Chromebook C202SA: Intel HD Graphics 400, GS43VR 7RE: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1060); Installed Memory (Chromebook C202SA: 4 GB, GS43VR 7RE: 16 GB); Storage Capacity (Chromebook C202SA: 16 GB, GS43VR 7RE: 256 GB).
Chromebook C202SA may suit users who need its differing values, while GS43VR 7RE benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.
