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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models Inspiron 5578 and Chromebook C731-C78G within the same category.
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | Inspiron 5578 | Chromebook C731-C78G |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| General | ||
| Brand | Dell | Acer |
| Product Family | Dell Inspiron | Chromebook |
| Model | Inspiron 5578 | Chromebook C731-C78G |
| Model Number | Inspiron 5578 | C731-C78G |
| Part Number / SKU | — | NX.GM8EK.002 |
| Launch Year | 2017 year | 2016 year |
| Form Factor | Convertible 2-in-1 | Clamshell |
| Laptop Category | 2-in-1 | Education / Budget |
| Operating System | Windows 10 | ChromeOS |
| Operating System Architecture | 64-bit | — |
| Processor | ||
| Processor Manufacturer | Intel | Intel |
| Processor Family | Intel Core i5 | Intel Celeron |
| Processor Model | Intel Core i5-7200U | Intel Celeron Dual Core N3060 1.6GHz |
| Processor Generation | 7th Gen (Kaby Lake) | Braswell |
| CPU Architecture | Kaby Lake | x86-64 |
| CPU Process Node | 14 nm | 14 nm |
| CPU Cores | 2 cores | 2 cores |
| Efficiency Cores | 0 cores | 0 cores |
| CPU Threads | 4 threads | 2 threads |
| CPU Base Clock | 2.5 GHz | 1.6 GHz |
| CPU Max Boost Clock | 3.1 GHz | 2.48 GHz |
| L2 Cache | 0.5 MB | 2 MB |
| L3 Cache | 3 MB | — |
| Processor Base Power | 15 W | 6 W |
| Maximum Processor Power | 25 W | — |
| CPU Manageability Technology | Intel Standard Manageability; Intel vPro not supported | — |
| AI / NPU | ||
| Platform AI Performance | — | 0 TOPS |
| Graphics | ||
| Graphics Type | Integrated | Integrated |
| GPU Manufacturer | Intel | Intel |
| GPU Model | Intel HD Graphics 620 | Intel HD Graphics 400 |
| GPU Architecture | Intel Gen9.5 | — |
| VRAM Capacity | 0 GB | 0 GB |
| VRAM Type | Shared system memory | Shared system memory |
| GPU TGP | 15 W | 0 W |
| GPU Boost Clock | 1050 MHz | — |
| Maximum External Displays | 3 displays | 2 displays |
| Maximum External Resolution | 4096 x 2304 @ 60 Hz | 3840 x 2160 @ 30 Hz |
| Memory | ||
| Installed Memory | 8 GB | 4 GB |
| Maximum Memory | 16 GB | — |
| Memory Type | DDR4 | DDR3L SDRAM |
| Memory Speed | 2400 MT/s | 1600 MT/s |
| Memory Form Factor | SO-DIMM | Onboard |
| Memory Slots | 2 slots | — |
| Memory Slots Used | 1 slots | — |
| Memory Upgradeable | Yes | No |
| Memory Channels | Dual-channel capable | Single-channel |
| Storage | ||
| Primary Storage Type | SSD | Flash Storage |
| Storage Capacity | 256 GB | 32 GB |
| Storage Interface | SATA III / PCIe NVMe | eMMC 5.1 |
| Storage Form Factor | 2.5-inch or M.2 | Onboard |
| Installed Storage Drives | 1 drives | 1 drives |
| Maximum Storage Drives | 1 drives | 1 drives |
| M.2 Storage Slots | 1 slots | 0 slots |
| 2.5-inch Drive Bay | Yes | — |
| RAID Support | — | No |
| Card Reader | Yes | Yes |
| Card Reader Formats | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD; SDHC; SDXC |
| Card Reader Standard | UHS-I | SDXC |
| Display | ||
| Display Size | 15.6 inch | 11.6 inch |
| Display Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1366 x 768 |
| Resolution Class | FHD | HD |
| Display Technology | LED-backlit LCD | IPS LCD |
| Panel Type | IPS | IPS |
| Touchscreen | Yes | — |
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | 60 Hz |
| Display Brightness | 220 nits | 220 nits |
| Color Depth | 8-bit | — |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Display Finish | Glossy | Anti-glare |
| Adaptive Sync Technology | — | — |
| Viewing Angle | 160° degree | — |
| Flicker-Free | Yes | — |
| Camera & Biometrics | ||
| Webcam Resolution | 720p HD | 720p HD |
| Webcam Frame Rate | 30 fps | 30 fps |
| Camera Features | — | Fixed-focus RGB webcam |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker Configuration | 2 speakers | Stereo speakers |
| Audio Technology | Waves MaxxAudio Pro | — |
| Microphone Configuration | Digital-array microphone | Integrated digital microphone |
| Audio Jack | Yes | Yes |
| Keyboard & Input | ||
| Keyboard Type | Full-size island-style keyboard | Compact keyboard |
| Keyboard Backlight | Yes | — |
| Numeric Keypad | Yes | — |
| Spill-Resistant Keyboard | — | Yes |
| Touchpad Type | Multi-touch precision touchpad | Multi-touch touchpad |
| Wireless & Networking | ||
| Wi-Fi Standard | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Wi-Fi IEEE Standard | 802.11ac | IEEE 802.11ac |
| Wi-Fi Bands | 2.4 GHz; 5 GHz | 2.4 GHz; 5 GHz |
| Wi-Fi Spatial Streams | 2x2 | 2x2 |
| Wi-Fi Module | Intel dual-band wireless | — |
| Bluetooth Version | 4.2 | Bluetooth 4.0 |
| Ethernet Speed | Not present | — |
| WWAN | No | — |
| SIM Slot | — | — |
| Ports & Expansion | ||
| USB Type-A Port Count | 3 ports | 2 ports |
| USB Type-A Specifications | USB 3.x Type-A | USB 3.0 |
| USB Type-C Port Count | 0 ports | 0 ports |
| USB Type-C Specifications | — | — |
| USB4 Port Count | 0 ports | 0 ports |
| Thunderbolt Port Count | 0 ports | 0 ports |
| HDMI Port Count | 1 ports | 1 ports |
| HDMI Version | HDMI 1.4 | — |
| DisplayPort Output | — | — |
| RJ-45 Port Count | 0 ports | 0 ports |
| 3.5 mm Audio Combo Port Count | 1 ports | 1 ports |
| SD Card Slot Count | 1 ports | — |
| microSD Card Slot Count | 0 ports | — |
| Smart Card Reader | No | — |
| Security Lock Slot | Yes | Yes |
| Internal PCIe Slots | 1 M.2 storage slot(s) | — |
| Battery & Power | ||
| Battery Capacity | 42 Wh | 45 Wh |
| Battery Cells | 3 cells | 3 cells |
| Battery Chemistry | Lithium-ion | Lithium-ion |
| Battery Life | — | 12 hours |
| Power Adapter | 65 W | 45 W |
| Power Connector | Barrel power connector | Barrel connector |
| Dimensions & Build | ||
| Width | 380.9 mm | 294 mm |
| Depth | 253.1 mm | 204 mm |
| Thickness | 20.2 mm | 19.2 mm |
| Weight | 2.3 kg | 1.25 kg |
| Chassis Material | Aluminum; plastic | Plastic |
| Lid Material | Aluminum | — |
| Base Material | Plastic | — |
| Hinge Opening Angle | 360 degree | 360 degree |
| MIL-STD Testing | Not claimed | — |
| IP Rating | — | Not rated |
| Security & Manageability | ||
| TPM | TPM 2.0 | Firmware TPM |
| BIOS / UEFI Password Support | Yes | Yes |
| Drive Password Support | Yes | Yes |
| Secure Boot | Yes | Yes |
| Enterprise Manageability | Consumer BIOS/UEFI management | — |
| Smart Card Support | No | — |
| BIOS Recovery / Self-Healing | BIOS recovery supported | Standard BIOS recovery |
| Sensors | ||
| Accelerometer | Yes | — |
| Gyroscope | Yes | — |
| Hall Sensor | Yes | Yes |
| Certifications & Sustainability | ||
| ENERGY STAR | Not claimed | — |
| EPEAT | Not claimed | — |
| TCO Certified | Not claimed | — |
| RoHS Compliance | Yes | Yes |
| Recycled Materials | Not claimed | — |
| Environment & Warranty | ||
| Operating Temperature | 5 to 35 °C | 5–35 °C °C |
| Operating Humidity | 10 to 90 (non-condensing) % RH | 20–80% RH, non-condensing % RH |
| Storage Temperature | -20 to 60 °C | -20–60 °C °C |
| Warranty | 1 years | 1 years |
| Warranty Type | Limited hardware warranty; region dependent | Limited warranty |
Inspiron 5578 and Chromebook C731-C78G share specifications such as Processor Manufacturer (Intel), CPU Process Node (14 nm), CPU Cores (2 cores), Efficiency Cores (0 cores).
The main differences: Processor Model (Inspiron 5578: Intel Core i5-7200U, Chromebook C731-C78G: Intel Celeron Dual Core N3060 1.6GHz); GPU Model (Inspiron 5578: Intel HD Graphics 620, Chromebook C731-C78G: Intel HD Graphics 400); Installed Memory (Inspiron 5578: 8 GB, Chromebook C731-C78G: 4 GB); Storage Capacity (Inspiron 5578: 256 GB, Chromebook C731-C78G: 32 GB).
Inspiron 5578 may suit users who need its differing values, while Chromebook C731-C78G benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.
