ASUS has announced three Google Chrome OS-powered laptops at CES 2021. These three models are targeted at a different consumer group, namely enterprises, general consumers, and gamers. They are called Chromebook CX9, Chromebook Flip C536/CX5, and Chromebook Flip CM5 respectively. As you can notice from their names, the latter two are convertibles but the former notebook is not. That said, the company has revealed the key specs of these products, however, their price and availability are a mystery as of now.
ASUS Chromebook CX9
This ASUS Chromebook meant for enterprises is MIL-STD 810H-certified for durability, weighs around 1KG, measures 16mm in thickness. It is powered by up to 11th Generation Intel Core i7 processor with Intel Iris Xe graphics and features Titan C security for storing sensitive information such as passwords and encryption keys.
Other notable features include a 14-inch NanoEdge display, magnesium-alloy chassis, Thunderbolt 4, fingerprint sensor, webcam shield, WiFi 6, Harman Kardon speakers, and up to 4TB storage.
ASUS Chromebook CX9 Specs
| CPU | Intel Core i5-1135G7 Intel Core i5-1145G7 Intel Core i7-1185G7 |
| GPU | Intel Iris Xe |
| RAM | 8GB, 16GB |
| Storage | 128GB to 4TB |
| Display | 14-inch IPS LCD FHD (1920 x 1080 Pixels) 400 Nits Brightness |
| Camera | 720p with Shutter |
| Battery | 50Wh, 66Wh |
| Connectivity | WiFi 6 |
| Ports | 2 x Thunderbolt 4 2 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-C 1 x USB Type-A 1 x HDMI 2.0 1 x 3.5mm Combo Audio Jack 1 x MicroSD Reader |
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ASUS Chromebook Flip C536/CX5
Unlike the former model, this 15.6-inch convertible Chromebook is targeted at general consumers. But just like the previous laptop, this one also features up to 11th Generation Intel Core processor with Intel Iris Xe graphics, WiFi 6, and Harman Kardon speakers.
Further, it comes with USI Stylus support, USB 3.2 Gen 2 (Type-C), and up to 16GB LPDDR4X RAM a well as 512GB NVMe SSD.
ASUS Chromebook Flip C536/CX5 Specs
| CPU | Intel Core i3-1115G4 Intel Core i5-1135G7 Intel Core i7-1165G7 |
| GPU | Intel UHD, Intel Iris Xe |
| RAM | 8GB, 16GB |
| Storage | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB (NVMe SSD) |
| Display | 15.6-inch IPS LCD FHD (1920x1080 pixels) Touchscreen 250 Nits Brightness USI Stylus Support |
| Camera | 720p |
| Battery | 57Wh |
| Connectivity | WiFi 6 |
| Ports | 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A 1 x HDMI 2.0 1 x 3.5mm Audio Combo Jack 1 x MicroSD Card Reader |
ASUS Chromebook Flip CM5
Lastly, this notebook is designed for gamers in mind with a stealthy black color paintjob and red-colored WASD keys. However, the specs are modest as the high-end model only features an AMD Ryzen 5 35000C processor but does come with WiFi 6.
Anyway, it is more than enough for Google Stadia gaming on its 15.6-inch FHD display with Harman Kardon speakers.
ASUS Chromebook Flip CM5 Specs
| CPU | AMD Ryzen 3 3250C AMD Ryzen 5 3500C |
| GPU | AMD Radeon |
| RAM | 4GB to 16GB |
| Storage | 64GB (eMMC) to 512GB (NVMe SSD) |
| Display | 15.6-inch IPS LCD FHD (1920x1080 Pixels) Touchscreen 250 Nits Brightness Stylus Support |
| Camera | 720p |
| Battery | 57Wh |
| Connectivity | WiFi 6 |
| Ports | 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A 1 x HDMI 1 x 3.5mm Audio Combo Jack 1 x MicroSD Card Reader |
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