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Samsung Chromebook Plus XE521QAB-AD1BR
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Main specs
| Processor | Intel Celeron 3965Y 1,5GHz |
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| Screen | 12.2" 1920x1200 IPS |
| Hard drive | 32GB eMMC |
| RAM | 4GB LPDDR3-SDRAM |
| Operating system | ChromeOS |
| Graphics card | Intel HD Graphics 615 |
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Full specifications of Samsung Chromebook Plus XE521QAB-AD1BR
| Reference / Part Number | XE521QAB-AD1BR |
|---|---|
| Release date | December 2021, 4 years ago |
Design
| Product type | Chromebook |
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| Product colour | Silver |
| Form factor | Convertible (Folder) |
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Screen
| Display diagonal | 31 cm |
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| Display resolution | 1920 x 1200 pixels |
| Touchscreen | Yes |
| HD type | WUXGA |
| Panel type | IPS |
| Native aspect ratio | 16:10 |
Processor
| Processor family | Intel® Celeron® |
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| Processor manufacturer | Intel |
| Processor model | 3965Y |
| Processor frequency | 1,5 GHz |
| Processor cores | 2 |
| Processor cache | 2 MB |
| Bus type | OPI |
| Configurable TDP-down | 4,5 W |
Memory
| Internal memory | 4 GB |
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| Maximum internal memory | 4 GB |
| Internal memory type | LPDDR3-SDRAM |
| Memory clock speed | 1866 MHz |
Storage
| Total storage capacity | 32 GB |
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| Storage media | eMMC |
| Optical drive type | No |
| Card reader integrated | Yes |
| Compatible memory cards | MicroSD (TransFlash) |
Graphics
| On-board graphics card | Yes |
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| Discrete graphics card | No |
| Discrete graphics card model | Not available |
| On-board graphics card model | Intel® HD Graphics 615 |
Audio
| Number of built-in speakers | 2 |
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| Speaker power | 1,5 W |
Camera
| Front camera | Yes |
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Network
| Mobile network connection | No |
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| Top Wi-Fi standard | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| Wi-Fi standards | 802.11a,802.11b,802.11g,Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n),Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Bluetooth version | 4.0 |
Ports & interfaces
| USB 2.0 ports quantity | 0 |
|---|---|
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity | 1 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-C ports quantity | 2 |
| Combo headphone/mic port | Yes |
Keyboard
| Numeric keypad | No |
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| Pointing device | Clickpad |
Software
| Operating system installed | ChromeOS |
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Processor special features
| Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology | Yes |
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| Intel Clear Video Technology | Yes |
| Intel Flex Memory Access | Yes |
| Intel Trusted Execution Technology | No |
| Intel Enhanced Halt State | Yes |
| Intel VT-x with Extended Page Tables (EPT) | Yes |
| Intel TSX-NI | No |
| Intel Stable Image Platform Program (SIPP) | No |
| Intel Software Guard Extensions (Intel SGX) | Yes |
| Intel 64 | Yes |
| Execute Disable Bit | Yes |
| Idle States | Yes |
| CPU configuration (max) | 1 |
| Embedded options available | No |
| Intel Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d) | Yes |
| Intel Smart Response Technology version | 1.00 |
| Intel Stable Image Platform Program (SIPP) version | 0.00 |
| Intel Secure Key Technology version | 1.00 |
| Intel TSX-NI version | 0.00 |
| Intel Virtualization Technology (VT-x) | Yes |
| Conflict-Free processor | Yes |
Battery
| Battery capacity | 39 Wh |
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Power
| AC adapter power | 30 W |
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Security
| Trusted Platform Module (TPM) | Yes |
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Weight & dimensions
| Weight | 1,33 kg |
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| Width | 288,1 mm |
| Depth | 208 mm |
| Height (front) | 1,59 cm |
| Height (rear) | 1,79 cm |
Frequently asked questions
Is the Samsung Chromebook Plus XE521QAB-AD1BR good for gaming?
This laptop was not built for gaming: it relies on the integrated Intel HD Graphics 615. Its card's page shows what level it handles current games at.
What is the screen of the Samsung Chromebook Plus XE521QAB-AD1BR like?
It carries a 12.2" 1920x1200 IPS display.
Which processor and graphics card does the Samsung Chromebook Plus XE521QAB-AD1BR have?
It runs on the Intel Celeron 3965Y processor with the Intel HD Graphics 615 graphics. Their pages carry their benchmarks, ranking position and alternatives.
Which operating system does the Samsung Chromebook Plus XE521QAB-AD1BR come with?
It comes with ChromeOS preinstalled.
Which ports does the Samsung Chromebook Plus XE521QAB-AD1BR have?
According to its spec sheet: 2 × USB-C, 1 × USB-A, card reader, headphone jack (3.5 mm).
Does the Samsung Chromebook Plus XE521QAB-AD1BR have a touch screen?
Yes, according to its spec sheet the screen is a touch screen.
How much does the Samsung Chromebook Plus XE521QAB-AD1BR weigh?
It weighs 1,33 kg: one of the light ones, easy to carry every day.
When was the Samsung Chromebook Plus XE521QAB-AD1BR released?
Its release date is December 2021, 4 years ago.