ASUS Chromebook Flip C101PA- DB02 Review
The ASUS Chromebook Flip C101PA comes in a light aluminum design and its touch screen display is 10.1inches. The laptop has a battery life that could be classified as average but the overall performance of this Flip model is super powerful. The keyboard of this mini laptop complements its overall look and is also very solid. The very compact size of this laptop makes it an easy companion especially for travel but may not be eye-catching for those who love big screens.
Features
Design
The ASUS Chromebook Flip C101PA weighs 1.9lbs and has a thickness of about 0.6inches. This laptop falls in the category of the smallest and lightest Chromebooks you will find in the market today. The small size makes it very appealing for students.
Display
The display of this laptop packs a 10.1inch screen that is designed with an IPS touch screen. It has a screen size of 1280 X 800 and is very good especially for the price it comes at. Its 1080p resolution makes it great for movie lovers who want to enjoy a sharp and colorful view. The Chromebook Flip C101PA covers 74.3 percent of the sRGB color gamut.
Keyboard and Touchpad
This Chromebook may be small in size but its keyboard sits very comfortable and though it’s keys are small, they are properly spaced. The laptop has key travel of 1.6mm that allows you to type without feeling any pain on your fingers.
Also, the 3.4 X 1.8inch touchpad is very responsive and is so sensitive that all you need to do is tap it lightly.
Audio
The portable Chromebook Flip laptop has a surprisingly large audio system. The speakers are loud and you can listen to your music and avoid straining your ears when watching your movies on the laptop
Performance
The Chromebook uses the latest OP1 Rockchip 3399 processor. It also uses a dual-core Cortex-A72 and quad-core Cortex-A53 that uses a separate NEON coprocessor. This combined processor makes it possible for the Chromebook to run Android Apps. The processor works with 4GB of RAM.
The Chromebook Flip C101PA is a powerful computer that can play videos with a high resolution of 1080p without developing any problems. The system is designed to multitask and you can have up to 10 tabs up at the same time.
Battery Life
The battery of this laptop will be able to run for a fairly long time. It lasts for up to 8 hours and 56 minutes.
What Do We like
Design
The design of this Chromebook is sleek and very attractive. You will feel confident carrying it around. The stylish 360-degree hinge gives it a very modern look.
Android Apps
The laptop has a processor that allows you to install Android apps on your laptop. The Chromebook works like both a laptop and a tablet.
Portability
Since the lapop only weight only 2 pound it is very easy to carry it around even if you are travelig you can get your work done.
What We Don’t Like
Size
If you love to watch movies on your laptop, you may not find it comfortable staring at the small size 10.1-inch screen.
Conclusion
The attractive Chromebook Flip C101PA is a great option for those who love a compact size laptop. The long battery life will serve you for most of the day without having to always look for a power source to recharge the laptop.
