ASUS Chromebook Plus CX34 vs Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10): Which Laptop Should You Buy?
Quick Verdict
The Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) scores 8.2 versus 7.2 for the ASUS Chromebook Plus CX34, making it the stronger all-rounder. The ASUS Chromebook Plus CX34 is the cheaper option at $499. Choose based on the use cases below: the Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) leads overall, while the Chromebook Plus CX34 can still be the better pick for specific needs.
Key Differences
- Faster overall: Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) (Geekbench multi 11,600 vs 5,200).
- Longer battery: Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) (14.2h vs 12.6h web).
- Lighter: Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) (1.36 kg vs 1.44 kg).
- Display: IPS (ASUS Chromebook Plus CX34) vs OLED (Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10)).
- Cheaper: ASUS Chromebook Plus CX34 (saves about $1,450 CAD).
Chromebook Plus CX34 vs Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10): Full Breakdown
Performance: the Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) is the stronger performer, posting a multi-core Geekbench score of 11,600 against 5,200 for the ASUS Chromebook Plus CX34 — roughly 123% faster in CPU-heavy work like exports and compiling. In our 1080p gaming suite, the Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) averaged 31 FPS versus 10 FPS. The Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) is the better pick if you game or edit video.
Battery and portability: the Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) lasts longer away from a charger, running 14.2 hours in our web-browsing test versus 12.6 hours. The Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) is also easier to carry at 1.36 kg versus 1.44 kg, which matters if you commute or travel.
Display: the ASUS Chromebook Plus CX34 uses a 14-inch IPS panel (1920 x 1080, 60Hz), while the Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) has a 14-inch OLED panel (2880 x 1800, 120Hz). The Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) measured brighter at 416 nits, and covered 99% of DCI-P3 — relevant for outdoor use and colour work.
Price and value: the ASUS Chromebook Plus CX34 is the cheaper option in Canada, about $1,450 less than the Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10). Weighed against our test scores (7.2 vs 8.2 overall), the ASUS Chromebook Plus CX34 offers the better value for the money, while the Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) is the stronger laptop outright if budget is not the deciding factor.
For the complete testing data, read our full ASUS Chromebook Plus CX34 review and Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) review.
Where these laptops rank
Both the Chromebook Plus CX34 and the Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) feature in these BestLaptop.ca rankings:
Winner by Use Case
Specs & Scores Comparison
| Spec | Chromebook Plus CX34 | Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 7.2 | 8.2 ✓ |
| Price (CAD) | $499 ✓ | $1,949 |
| CPU | Intel Core i3-1215U | Intel Core Ultra 7 268V |
| GPU | Intel UHD (integrated) | Intel Arc 140V (integrated) |
| RAM | 8GB LPDDR5 | 32GB LPDDR5x ✓ |
| Storage | 128GB | 1000GB ✓ |
| Display | 14" IPS | 14" OLED |
| Brightness | 302 nits | 416 nits ✓ |
| Battery (web) | 12.6 h | 14.2 h ✓ |
| Weight | 1.44 kg | 1.36 kg ✓ |
| Geekbench multi | 5,200 | 11,600 ✓ |
| Gaming (1080p) | 10 fps | 31 fps ✓ |
| OS | ChromeOS | Windows 11 |
| Warranty | 1-year limited | 1-year limited |
Which Should You Buy?
The Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) scores 8.2 versus 7.2 for the ASUS Chromebook Plus CX34, making it the stronger all-rounder. The ASUS Chromebook Plus CX34 is the cheaper option at $499. Choose based on the use cases below: the Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) leads overall, while the Chromebook Plus CX34 can still be the better pick for specific needs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Should I buy the Chromebook Plus CX34 or the Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10)?
The Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) scores 8.2 versus 7.2 for the ASUS Chromebook Plus CX34, making it the stronger all-rounder. The ASUS Chromebook Plus CX34 is the cheaper option at $499. Choose based on the use cases below: the Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) leads overall, while the Chromebook Plus CX34 can still be the better pick for specific needs.
Which is better for school?
The Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) is the better choice for school.
Which is better for business?
The Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) is the better choice for business.
Which is better for gaming?
The Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) is the better choice for gaming.
Which is better for multimedia?
The Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) is the better choice for multimedia.
Which is better for programming?
The Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) is the better choice for programming.
Which is better for travel?
The Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) is the better choice for travel.
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