ASUS Chromebook Flip CX1 (Touchscreen)

The ASUS Chromebook Flip CX1 (CX1400FKA) is a 14-inch 2-in-1 convertible aimed at students and everyday users. Its 360-degree hinge and Full HD touchscreen give it four modes (clamshell, tent, stand, and tablet), and the chassis is built to the MIL-STD 810H durability standard while weighing 3.59 pounds. The Intel Celeron N4500 inside is a budget dual-core chip, so this is a device for web, documents, and streaming rather than heavy multitasking. ASUS rates the battery for up to 11 hours, and ChromeOS updates run through June 2031.

Pros and Cons

ASUS Chromebook Flip CX1 (Touchscreen) Comparison Chart

	ASUS Chromebook Flip CX1 (Touchscreen)	ASUS Chromebook Flip CX1 (Touchscreen)
Price	List Price: $330.98 Amazon Prices: Check Price on Amazon	List Price: $334.00 Amazon Prices: Loading prices...
Model number	CX1400FKA-DS01-CB	CX1400FKA-AS88FT
Performance Rating	2.6	3.7
Chromebook Plus	No	No
Processor	Dual-core 1.10 Ghz (max 2.80 Ghz) Intel Celeron Processor N4500	Dual-core 1.10 Ghz (max 2.80 Ghz) Intel Celeron Processor N4500
RAM	4 GB	8 GB
Internal Storage	64 GB emmc	128 GB emmc
Screen Size	14"	14"
Screen Resolution	1920x1080	1920x1080
Screen Type	FHD NanoEdge LED Backlit	FHD NanoEdge LED Backlit
Touch Screen	Yes	Yes
Stylus / Pen	No Stylus Support	No Stylus Support
Dimensions width x length x thickness	12.85 x 9.01 x 0.73 inches (326.39 x 228.85 x 18.54 mm)	12.85 x 9.01 x 0.73 inches (326.39 x 228.85 x 18.54 mm)
Weight	3.59 lbs (1.63 kg)	3.59 lbs (1.63 kg)
Backlit Keyboard	No	No
Webcam	720p HD	720p HD
WiFi	Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)	Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)
Bluetooth	Bluetooth 5.2	Bluetooth 5.2
Ethernet	No	No
Cellular Modem	No	No
HDMI	No HDMI	No HDMI
USB Ports	2 USB 3, 2 USB-C	2 USB 3, 2 USB-C
Thunderbolt Ports	No	No
Card Reader	microSD Card Reader	microSD Card Reader
Battery	3 cell, 50WHrs, Li-ion	3 cell, 50WHrs, Li-ion
Battery Life	11.0 hours	11.0 hours
Fanless	No	No
Auto Update Expiration Date	June, 2031	June, 2031

A rugged convertible built around a low-power chip

The 360-degree hinge folds the 14-inch Full HD (1920x1080) touchscreen flat and back into tablet mode, with tent and stand modes in between for video or presentations. At about 12.9 x 9 x 0.7 inches and 3.59 pounds it is easy to carry, and ASUS tests the chassis to the MIL-STD 810H standard and runs its own panel-pressure, shock, and drop tests.

The Intel Celeron N4500 is an entry-level dual-core chip. It is comfortable with the workload Chromebooks are made for: web browsing, Google Workspace or Office on the web, email, and video streaming. A stack of browser tabs plus Android apps will feel slower, and the 4GB model slows down sooner than the 8GB model. The low-power chip helps battery life. ASUS rates the 50Wh battery for up to 11 hours in the Chromium OS power load test, which mixes standby with web browsing. Intel launched the Celeron N4500 in 2021, and newer budget chips such as the Intel N100 (2023) and N150 (2025) have since replaced it.

Connectivity covers two USB-C ports (USB 3.2 Gen 1, with display output and power delivery) and two USB-A ports, plus a microSD reader that is worth using since the eMMC storage cannot be upgraded. Charging is through USB-C with a 45W adapter in the box. Wireless is Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.2; there is no HDMI or Ethernet jack, so wired networking needs a USB Ethernet adapter.

The keyboard is spill-resistant with 1.4 mm of key travel, but it has no backlight. The touchscreen has no active stylus support; the CX1400FKA is not on the ASUS list of USI-supported models, so it is not a good fit for handwritten notes. ASUS also fits a Titan C security chip.

Customer Reviews

The 8GB model averages 4.3 stars across 374 ratings on Amazon. Owners who like it point to the hinge and the flexibility. Victor Welliver wrote that “The flip mechanism is strong, the battery life is great,” and Mike Cohn, after two months of use, said “I like the touchscreen, and the keyboard has a good feel to it.” Pete in NY wrote that “the flip function is terrific” but added that “it is a little heavy and bulky, making it somewhat awkward to convert to flip or normal position.”

The complaints are about speed, battery life, and reliability. Lanai Lewis wrote that “The track pad is often very slow to respond” and that the Wi-Fi connection “is often like pulling teeth,” and on battery life: “It might go five or six hours before you feel the need to plug it in.” Kay in Philadelphia reported a unit that “started overheating and freezing” after a few uses and later “rarely turns on, overheats when charging and the screen freezes.”

Owners of the 4GB model left similar notes. Michael Harrison, a verified buyer reviewing in September 2025, wrote that “This is the second Asus Chromebook I’ve owned with the last one still working without flaw after 5 years,” adding “I absolutely love the touch screen and the solid feel of the hinges when I fold it fully open.” A verified buyer named Joli reported a unit that arrived with a non-working camera and effectively no battery: “Caméra ne fonctionnait pas et l’appareil n’avait aucune autonomie (s’éteignait aussitôt qu’il était débranché),” meaning the camera did not work and the device shut off the moment it was unplugged.

A durable pick for students who stay in the browser

The 8GB model with 128GB of storage is the one still sold new, and it is also the better choice if you keep many tabs open. The 4GB model with 64GB is no longer sold new; it suits lighter, single-task use if you find one or already own one. Both models are built for web and document work.

It is the wrong pick if you need to run demanding applications, keep large local files (the eMMC storage is small and not upgradeable), or expect tablet-mode comfort, since 3.59 pounds is heavy to hold for long. Anyone wanting more speed should step up to a Chromebook Plus model. Compare options with Starry Hope’s Chromebook Comparison Chart.

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