ASUS Chromebook Flip CX5

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Date Published: 22 Jun 2025

Intel Core i5-1130G7
Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 (80EU)
14.0”, Full HD (1920 x 1080), IPS
512GB SSD
16GB RAM
1.40 kg (3.1 lbs)

TOTAL SCORE

7.6 Portability Very Good

8.0 Display Excellent

4.4 For Work Average

2.8 For Gaming Mediocre

ASUS Chromebook Flip CX5

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Review

ASUS Chromebook Flip CX5 in-depth review

The Chromebooks are a curious case. These are regular-looking laptops that rely on ChromeOS. This means you can install most of your favorite Android apps and enjoy them on a larger screen. Yep, games like Asphalt Legends Unite look pretty good on the 14-inch screen of the ASUS Chromebook Flip CX5 (CX5400) that we're going to inspect today. Speaking of which, you get a choice of two 1080p IPS touch panels. The tested model is good in terms of sRGB color coverage.The hardware of this ASUS 2-in-1 laptop is dated, literally. The Tiger Lake CPUs are kind of old-school tech in 2024. However, the OS is light and all apps run fast without hiccups. Still, given the 2020 hardware under the bonnet, this notebook seems expensive for what it is.If you pop the bottom panel, you'll see that the [...]

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Pros

Good IPS display with 92% sRGB coverage
Wide viewing angles and 327 nit average brightness
Solid metal build
ErgoLift hinge that raises the back of the base
Good audio setup
360-degree hinge for tent and laptop modes
Decent input devices
Privacy shutter
Passive cooling - zero noise
Decent battery life
2x USB4 ports + Type-C charging
Thin and light (15.7 mm, 1.40 kg)

Cons

Too expensive for what it is
Only one M.2 slot + soldered RAM
The CromeOS could be a limitation factor for some users

Disassembly, maintenance and upgrade options

Opening the DeviceUndo the 10 Phillips-head screws securing the bottom panel. Pry the sides and the front. Be aware that the panel goes deep into the chassis, so you may need to push harder than usual to pop it. Use caution to avoid bending the chassis, especially if your plastic tool isn't thin enough. Pop the back by lifting it in the zones behind the hinges with a lever tool. Afterward, pry the top edges and the rest of the rear. You can unplug the stylus, but it's not necessary for this process.More info: Here's how the bottom panel looks on the inside.[...]