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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models IdeaPad 720S-13IKB and Chromebook C738T-C2EJ within the same category.
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | IdeaPad 720S-13IKB | Chromebook C738T-C2EJ |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| General | ||
| Brand | Lenovo | Acer |
| Product Family | IdeaPad | Chromebook |
| Model | IdeaPad 720S-13IKB | Chromebook C738T-C2EJ |
| Model Number | IdeaPad 720S-13IKB | C738T-C2EJ |
| Part Number / SKU | — | NX.G55EK.003 |
| Launch Year | 2017 year | 2016 year |
| Form Factor | Clamshell | 2-in-1 Convertible |
| Laptop Category | Mainstream | 2-in-1 |
| 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 2.5GHz | Intel Celeron Dual Core N3060 1.6GHz |
| Processor Generation | 7th Gen | Braswell |
| CPU Architecture | x86-64 | 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 | — | 2 MB |
| L3 Cache | 3 MB | — |
| Processor Base Power | 15 W | 6 W |
| 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 |
| VRAM Capacity | 0 GB | 0 GB |
| VRAM Type | Shared system memory | Shared system memory |
| GPU TGP | — | 0 W |
| Maximum External Displays | — | 2 displays |
| Maximum External Resolution | — | 3840 x 2160 @ 30 Hz |
| Memory | ||
| Installed Memory | 8 GB | 4 GB |
| Maximum Memory | 8 GB | — |
| Memory Type | DDR4 | DDR3L SDRAM |
| Memory Speed | 2133 MT/s | 1600 MT/s |
| Memory Form Factor | Soldered | Onboard |
| Memory Slots | 0 slots | — |
| Memory Slots Used | 0 slots | — |
| Memory Upgradeable | No | No |
| Memory Channels | Dual | Single-channel |
| Storage | ||
| Primary Storage Type | SSD | Flash Storage |
| Storage Capacity | 256 GB | 32 GB |
| Storage Interface | PCIe NVMe | eMMC 5.1 |
| Storage PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | — |
| Storage Form Factor | 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 |
| RAID Support | — | No |
| Card Reader | — | Yes |
| Card Reader Formats | — | SD; SDHC; SDXC |
| Card Reader Standard | — | SDXC |
| Display | ||
| Display Size | 13.3 inch | 11.6 inch |
| Display Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1366 x 768 |
| Resolution Class | FHD | HD |
| Display Technology | IPS LCD | IPS LCD |
| Panel Type | IPS | IPS |
| Touchscreen | — | Yes |
| Refresh Rate | — | 60 Hz |
| Display Brightness | 300 nits | — |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Display Finish | Anti-glare | Glossy |
| Adaptive Sync Technology | — | — |
| Camera & Biometrics | ||
| Webcam Resolution | — | 720p HD |
| Webcam Frame Rate | — | 30 fps |
| Camera Features | — | Fixed-focus RGB webcam |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker Configuration | 2 x JBL speakers | Stereo speakers |
| Speaker Power | 2 x 1 W | — |
| Audio Technology | JBL; Dolby Atmos | — |
| Microphone Configuration | Array microphone | Integrated digital microphone |
| Audio Jack | Yes | Yes |
| Keyboard & Input | ||
| Keyboard Type | 6-row keyboard | Compact keyboard |
| Keyboard Backlight | Yes | — |
| Keyboard RGB Zones | — | — |
| Touchpad Type | One-piece multi-touch touchpad | Multi-touch touchpad |
| Wireless & Networking | ||
| Wi-Fi Standard | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Wi-Fi IEEE Standard | 802.11ac | IEEE 802.11ac |
| Wi-Fi Bands | Dual-band | 2.4 GHz; 5 GHz |
| Wi-Fi Spatial Streams | — | 2x2 |
| Bluetooth Version | 4.1 | Bluetooth 4.0 |
| WWAN | No | — |
| SIM Slot | — | — |
| Ports & Expansion | ||
| USB Type-A Port Count | 2 ports | 2 ports |
| USB Type-A Specifications | USB 3.0 Type-A | USB 3.0 |
| USB Type-C Port Count | 2 ports | 0 ports |
| USB Type-C Specifications | 1x Thunderbolt 3 / DisplayPort 1.2a / Power Delivery; 1x USB-C USB 3.0 / Power Delivery | — |
| USB4 Port Count | 0 ports | 0 ports |
| Thunderbolt Port Count | 1 ports | 0 ports |
| Thunderbolt Version | Thunderbolt 3 | — |
| HDMI Port Count | 0 ports | 1 ports |
| DisplayPort Output | 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 | — |
| microSD Card Slot Count | 0 ports | — |
| Smart Card Reader | No | — |
| Security Lock Slot | — | Yes |
| Internal PCIe Slots | 1x M.2 storage slot | — |
| Battery & Power | ||
| Battery Capacity | 48 Wh | 34.6 Wh |
| Battery Cells | 4 cells | 3 cells |
| Battery Chemistry | Li-polymer | Lithium-ion |
| Battery Life | 8 hours | — |
| Battery Life Test Method | MobileMark 2014 | — |
| Power Adapter | 45 W | 45 W |
| Power Connector | USB-C | Barrel connector |
| USB-C Charging | Yes | — |
| Dimensions & Build | ||
| Width | 305.9 mm | 294 mm |
| Depth | 213.82 mm | 204 mm |
| Thickness | 13.6 mm | 19.2 mm |
| Weight | 1.1 kg | 1.25 kg |
| Chassis Material | Aluminum | Plastic |
| Lid Material | Aluminum | — |
| Base Material | Aluminum | — |
| Hinge Opening Angle | — | 360 degree |
| IP Rating | — | Not rated |
| Security & Manageability | ||
| TPM | — | Firmware TPM |
| BIOS / UEFI Password Support | Yes | Yes |
| Drive Password Support | Yes | Yes |
| Secure Boot | — | Yes |
| Enterprise Manageability | — | — |
| Smart Card Support | No | — |
| BIOS Recovery / Self-Healing | — | Standard BIOS recovery |
| Sensors | ||
| Accelerometer | — | Yes |
| Gyroscope | — | Yes |
| Hall Sensor | — | Yes |
| Certifications & Sustainability | ||
| ENERGY STAR | ENERGY STAR 6.1 | — |
| EPEAT | Silver | — |
| RoHS Compliance | Yes | Yes |
| Environment & Warranty | ||
| Operating Temperature | — | 5–35 °C °C |
| Operating Humidity | — | 20–80% RH, non-condensing % RH |
| Storage Temperature | — | -20–60 °C °C |
| Warranty | 1 years | 1 years |
| Warranty Type | Depot limited warranty | Limited warranty |
IdeaPad 720S-13IKB and Chromebook C738T-C2EJ share specifications such as Processor Manufacturer (Intel), CPU Architecture (x86-64), CPU Process Node (14 nm), CPU Cores (2 cores).
The main differences: Processor Model (IdeaPad 720S-13IKB: Intel Core i5 7200U 2.5GHz, Chromebook C738T-C2EJ: Intel Celeron Dual Core N3060 1.6GHz); GPU Model (IdeaPad 720S-13IKB: Intel HD Graphics 620, Chromebook C738T-C2EJ: Intel HD Graphics 400); Installed Memory (IdeaPad 720S-13IKB: 8 GB, Chromebook C738T-C2EJ: 4 GB); Storage Capacity (IdeaPad 720S-13IKB: 256 GB, Chromebook C738T-C2EJ: 32 GB).
IdeaPad 720S-13IKB may suit users who need its differing values, while Chromebook C738T-C2EJ benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.
