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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models Cyborg 15 and Chromebook C202SA within the same category.
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | Cyborg 15 | Chromebook C202SA |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| General | ||
| Brand | MSI | ASUS |
| Product Family | Cyborg 15 A13V | Chromebook |
| Model | Cyborg 15 | Chromebook C202SA |
| Model Number | Cyborg 15 A13VE-434SG | C202SA |
| Part Number / SKU | A13VE-434SG | — |
| Launch Year | 2025 year | 2016 year |
| Form Factor | Clamshell | Clamshell |
| Laptop Category | Gaming | Education / Budget |
| Color | Translucent Black | Dark blue and silver |
| Operating System | Windows 11 Home | ChromeOS |
| Operating System Architecture | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| Processor | ||
| Processor Manufacturer | Intel | Intel |
| Processor Family | Intel Core i7 | Intel Celeron |
| Processor Model | Intel Core i7-13620H | Intel Celeron Dual Core N3060 1.6GHz |
| Processor Generation | 13th Gen | Braswell |
| CPU Architecture | x86-64 | x86-64 |
| CPU Process Node | — | 14 nm |
| CPU Cores | 10 cores | 2 cores |
| Performance Cores | 6 cores | — |
| Efficiency Cores | 4 cores | 0 cores |
| CPU Threads | 16 threads | 2 threads |
| CPU Base Clock | 2.4 GHz | 1.6 GHz |
| CPU Max Boost Clock | 4.9 GHz | 2.48 GHz |
| L2 Cache | 9.5 MB | 2 MB |
| L3 Cache | 24 MB | 0 MB |
| Processor Base Power | 45 W | 6 W |
| Maximum Processor Power | 115 W | — |
| CPU Manageability Technology | — | Intel vPro: No |
| Graphics | ||
| Graphics Type | Discrete | Integrated |
| GPU Manufacturer | NVIDIA | Intel |
| GPU Model | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 Laptop GPU | Intel HD Graphics 400 |
| GPU Architecture | Ada Lovelace | Intel Gen8-LP |
| VRAM Capacity | 6 GB | 0 GB |
| VRAM Type | GDDR6 | Shared system memory |
| GPU TGP | 45 W | 6 W |
| GPU Boost Clock | 1605 MHz | 600 MHz |
| Maximum External Displays | — | 2 displays |
| Maximum External Resolution | 3840 x 2160 @ 60 Hz via HDMI 2.1 | 3840 x 2160 @ 30 Hz |
| Memory | ||
| Installed Memory | 16 GB | 4 GB |
| Maximum Memory | 64 GB | 4 GB |
| Memory Type | DDR5 | LPDDR3 |
| Memory Speed | 5200 MT/s | 1066 MT/s |
| Memory Form Factor | SO-DIMM | Soldered |
| Memory Slots | 2 slots | 0 slots |
| Memory Slots Used | 1 slots | 0 slots |
| Memory Upgradeable | Yes | No |
| Memory Channels | Dual | Single |
| Storage | ||
| Primary Storage Type | SSD | eMMC |
| Storage Capacity | 512 GB | 16 GB |
| Storage Interface | PCIe NVMe | eMMC 5.0 |
| Storage PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | — |
| Storage Form Factor | M.2 | BGA eMMC |
| 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 RAID |
| Card Reader | — | Yes |
| Card Reader Formats | — | SD, SDHC, SDXC |
| Card Reader Standard | — | UHS-I |
| Display | ||
| Display Size | 15.6 inch | 11.6 inch |
| Display Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1366 x 768 |
| Resolution Class | FHD | HD |
| Display Technology | IPS LCD | LED-backlit LCD |
| Panel Type | IPS-level | TN |
| Refresh Rate | 144 Hz | 60 Hz |
| Display Brightness | — | 200 nits |
| sRGB Color Gamut | 100 % | — |
| Color Depth | — | 8-bit |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Display Finish | — | Anti-glare |
| Adaptive Sync Technology | — | — |
| Viewing Angle | — | 90 horizontal / 60 vertical degree |
| Camera & Biometrics | ||
| Webcam Resolution | 720p | 1280 x 720 |
| Webcam Frame Rate | 30 fps | 30 fps |
| Camera Features | — | Integrated HD webcam |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker Configuration | 2 x speakers | Stereo speakers |
| Speaker Power | 2 x 2 W | — |
| Audio Technology | Nahimic 3 | ASUS SonicMaster |
| Microphone Configuration | Array microphone | Array microphone |
| Audio Jack | Yes | Yes |
| Keyboard & Input | ||
| Keyboard Type | 99-key anti-ghosting keyboard | Spill-resistant chiclet keyboard |
| Keyboard Backlight | Yes | — |
| Keyboard RGB Zones | — | — |
| Numeric Keypad | Yes | — |
| Spill-Resistant Keyboard | — | Yes |
| Touchpad Type | Multi-touch touchpad | Multi-touch touchpad |
| Wireless & Networking | ||
| Wi-Fi Standard | Wi-Fi 6E | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Wi-Fi IEEE Standard | 802.11ax | IEEE 802.11ac/b/g/n |
| Wi-Fi Bands | 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, 6 GHz | 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz |
| Wi-Fi Spatial Streams | 2x2 | 2x2 |
| Wi-Fi Module | Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX211 | — |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.3 | 4.2 |
| Ethernet | Yes | — |
| Ethernet Speed | 1 GbE | — |
| WWAN | No | No |
| SIM Slot | — | — |
| Ports & Expansion | ||
| USB Type-A Port Count | 2 ports | 2 ports |
| USB Type-A Specifications | 2x USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 | USB 3.0 (5 Gbps) |
| USB Type-C Port Count | 1 ports | 0 ports |
| USB Type-C Specifications | 1x USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 / DisplayPort 1.4 | — |
| USB4 Port Count | 0 ports | 0 ports |
| Thunderbolt Port Count | 0 ports | 0 ports |
| HDMI Port Count | 1 ports | 1 ports |
| HDMI Version | 2.1 | 1.4 |
| DisplayPort Output | DisplayPort 1.4 via USB-C | — |
| RJ-45 Port Count | 1 ports | 0 ports |
| 3.5 mm Audio Combo Port Count | 1 ports | 1 ports |
| SD Card Slot Count | 0 ports | 1 ports |
| microSD Card Slot Count | 0 ports | 0 ports |
| Smart Card Reader | No | No |
| Security Lock Slot | Yes | Yes |
| Internal PCIe Slots | 1x M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 | Onboard eMMC |
| Battery & Power | ||
| Battery Capacity | 53.5 Wh | 38 Wh |
| Battery Cells | 3 cells | 2 cells |
| Battery Chemistry | Li-polymer | Li-polymer |
| Battery Life | — | 10 hours |
| Battery Life Test Method | — | Chromium OS power LoadTest; local video playback above 80 nits |
| Power Adapter | 120 W | 40 W |
| Power Connector | Barrel | Barrel connector |
| Dimensions & Build | ||
| Width | 359.36 mm | 294 mm |
| Depth | 250.34 mm | 200 mm |
| Thickness | 22.9 mm | 22.5 mm |
| Weight | 1.98 kg | 1.2 kg |
| Chassis Material | — | Reinforced plastic and rubber |
| Lid Material | — | Reinforced plastic |
| Base Material | — | Reinforced plastic with rubber bumper |
| Hinge Opening Angle | — | 180 degree |
| MIL-STD Testing | — | MIL-STD-810G drop testing |
| IP Rating | — | No IP rating |
| Security & Manageability | ||
| TPM | — | Discrete TPM |
| Secure Boot | — | Yes |
| Enterprise Manageability | — | ChromeOS verified-boot management |
| Smart Card Support | — | No |
| BIOS Recovery / Self-Healing | — | ChromeOS recovery mode |
| Certifications & Sustainability | ||
| RoHS Compliance | — | Yes |
| Recycled Materials | — | Not claimed |
| Environment & Warranty | ||
| Operating Temperature | — | 5 to 35 °C |
| Operating Humidity | — | 20 to 80 non-condensing % RH |
| Storage Temperature | — | -10 to 60 °C |
| Warranty | 2 years | 1 years |
| Warranty Type | Limited warranty | Limited warranty including battery |
Cyborg 15 and Chromebook C202SA share specifications such as Form Factor (Clamshell), Operating System Architecture (64-bit), Processor Manufacturer (Intel), CPU Architecture (x86-64).
The main differences: Processor Model (Cyborg 15: Intel Core i7-13620H, Chromebook C202SA: Intel Celeron Dual Core N3060 1.6GHz); GPU Model (Cyborg 15: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 Laptop GPU, Chromebook C202SA: Intel HD Graphics 400); Installed Memory (Cyborg 15: 16 GB, Chromebook C202SA: 4 GB); Storage Capacity (Cyborg 15: 512 GB, Chromebook C202SA: 16 GB).
Cyborg 15 may suit users who need its differing values, while Chromebook C202SA benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.
