Asus Chromebook Flip C302CA-GU001

A 12.5-inch Chromebook tested with Chrome OS 65.0, an Intel Core m3-6Y30 2.2GHz processor, 4GB of memory, Intel HD Graphics 515 Mesa DIR graphics, a touchscreen, and a 32GB eMMC drive.

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Overall Score

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Ergonomics

/ 5

Portability

/ 5

Display

/ 5

Performance

/ 5

Versatility

/ 5

Color

/ 5

Display size (in.)

/ 5

Battery Life - web (hr.)

/ 5

Battery Life - video (hr.)

/ 5

Weight (lbs.)

/ 5

Touch screen

/ 5

2-in-1

/ 5

Thin & light

/ 5

Battery life (hr.)

/ 5

Supports Google Play

/ 5

Detailed Test Results

Performance: Performance was very good. Speed was above average for productivity and Web-based tasks such as word processing, Web browsing, and online game play. Since there are few instances where you will be working on multiple tasks simultaneously, you may rarely see the increased performance.

Portability: This Chromebook is a great choice for traveling. At 10.25 hours battery life was very long, enough for a full day's work and a little more. At 2.6lbs. weight was typical for a Chromebook this size and light enough to carry for long periods of time.

Ergonomics: The keyboard and case were well-designed, making it comfortable and convenient to use. The full-sized keyboard was pleasant to type on. The keyboard was lighted. The power button was well-labeled, but it was not located in a convenient location and could be pressed accidentally when handling the device. The keyboard can be folded away, allowing the screen to be used like a tablet. The touchscreen is smooth enough for fast swipes, and fingerprints clean off easily.

Display: The display quality was very good overall. Colors were in the ballpark, though not completely accurate. The display was highly prone to glare making it difficult to see in a brightly lit room or outdoors.The display has a wide viewing angle, especially important if more than one person needs to see the screen at a time, say, for a video or presentation. It has a touchscreen, which is a plus for those using Android apps.

About

The Asus Chromebook Flip C302CA-GU001 is a 12.5-inch Chromebook with an LCD resolution of 1920 x 1080. It has 4GB of memory and a 32GB eMMC drive. It has an Intel Core m3-6Y30 2.2GHz processor and Intel HD Graphics 515 Mesa DIR video adapter but no dedicated video memory. It was tested with Chrome OS 65.0.

The Asus Chromebook Flip C302CA-GU001 has a built-in Micro SD memory card reader for digital photography, a touch screen, and 2 type-C USB ports. But you will lose a USB port to the power cable when charging the Chromebook. It supports WiFi 802.11ac, so it's compatible with the latest high-speed routers. It is compatible with Google Play for downloading Android apps and games, and it has a gyroscope and accelerometer that can enhance interaction.

The Asus Chromebook Flip C302CA-GU001 measures 12 inches wide by 0.6 inches high by 8.3 inches deep and it weighs 2.6lbs. It's backed by a 12 month warranty, with 12 months of free tech support by telephone.

Brand Reliability & Satisfaction

#? in Reliability of all Chromebook Brands

Did the brand perform consistently well over time?

PREDICTED RELIABILITY SCORE

/ 100

Predicted brand reliability ratings are based on estimated problem rates for newly purchased Chromebooks, adjusting for the status of extended warranty or service contract, within the first three years of ownership. Ranked #? of 7

Would our members recommend this brand?

OWNER SATISFACTION SCORE

/ 100

Owner satisfaction ratings are based on the proportion of members who are extremely likely to recommend their chainsaw brand to their friends and family. Ranked #? of 7

Source: Consumer Reports' 2023, 2024, and 2025 Winter Surveys

Features & Specs

Features

Memory-card reader

Yes

Built-in webcam

Yes

Multitouch touchpad

Specs

Processor

Intel Core m3-6Y30

Memory (GB)

Storage (GB)

Native resolution

Video adapter

Intel HD Graphics 515 Mesa DIR

Width (in.)

Height (in.)

0.6

Depth (in.)

8.3

Thin and light

Yes

Operating system (as tested)

Chrome OS 65.0

Warranty length (mos.)

Tech support length (mos.)

Battery capacity (WHr)

Auto update expiration date

EPEAT level

Energy Star

LCD resolution

1920 x 1080

Connections

WiFi

Yes

Ethernet

Number of USB ports

USB port

Thunderbolt port

HDMI output

Gigabit Ethernet

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