Google recently announced the new Chromebook Flip as its official entry in the laptop-tablet hybrid department. It will battle head on with Microsoft Surface Pro 3.
Both devices are hybrid device since they pack detachable keyboards that transform the device from a tablet to a laptop. Consumers like both devices since they are offered at a very low price. However, which is better?
Below is the comparison of the specs and features of the Chromebook Flip and Microsoft Surface Pro 3.
Screen Display
The Microsoft Surface Pro 3 sports a 12 inch screen panel with 2160x1440 pixels., while the Chromebook Flip packs a 10.1 inch IPS Touchscreen screen display. The Chromebook Flip gained an advantage since the screen has a touchscreen feature.
Processor
While the Microsoft's tablet-laptop runs with Intel Haswell processor with i3, i5, and i7 variants, the Chromebook Flip is equipped with Rockchip 3288 quad core processor paired with Mali-T764 graphics chip.
Storage
Chromebook Flip has a 16GB of onboard eMMC flash storage. Surface Pro 3 offers large storage systems to users with 64GB, 128GB, 512GB, and 256GB models paired with 4GB and 8GB of RAM.
Operating System
Microsoft Surface Pro 3 works with Windows 8.1 OS. Chromebook Flip is its Chrome OS since it receives automatic updates. Moreover, all of the apps are web-based.
Camera
Microsoft Surface Pro 3 is equipped with 5 MP camera in front and back of the device. The 720p HD front camera of Chromebook Flip
Battery Life
Both Chromebook Flip and Microsoft Surface Pro 3 promise 10 hours of battery life.
Price
Microsoft Surface Pro 3 cost $999. Meanwhile, Chromebook Flip gained the upper hand since the Chromebook costs $249. Google is known for releasing devices that have friendly price tags.