ASUS Chromebook Flip C433

Google extended the Auto Update Expiration date on the ASUS Chromebook Flip C433 to June 2029 under the 10-year ChromeOS support policy, which leaves a unit bought today roughly three years of guaranteed security and feature updates. That runway is why a seven-year-old convertible still comes up in 2026, mostly in the used and refurbished market where prices have settled in the $200 to $330 range.

The 14-inch 1920x1080 IPS touchscreen sits behind thin NanoEdge bezels, driven by an Intel 8th-generation Core m3-8100Y fanless processor with 8GB of LPDDR3 RAM and either 64GB or 128GB of eMMC storage depending on the SKU. ASUS wrapped it in an aluminum lid and plastic chassis bottom that together weigh 3.31 pounds, and added a backlit keyboard, a 360-degree hinge for tablet and tent modes, a microSD slot, and dual USB-C ports that handle both power delivery and DisplayPort output. HDMI, Wi-Fi 6, and Thunderbolt are all absent, so the age shows in the I/O and wireless spec sheet more than in daily browsing and document work.

Three more years of updates on 2019 hardware

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ASUS Chromebook Flip C433 Comparison Chart

	ASUS Chromebook Flip C433	ASUS Chromebook Flip C433
Price	List Price: $329.99 Amazon Prices: Loading prices...	List Price: $399.99 Amazon Prices: Loading prices...
Model number	---	C433TA-AS384T
Performance Rating	4.2	4.2
Chromebook Plus	No	No
Processor	Dual-core 1.10 Ghz (max 3.40 Ghz) Intel Core m3-8100Y	Dual-core 1.10 Ghz (max 3.40 Ghz) Intel Core m3-8100Y
RAM	8 GB	8 GB
Internal Storage	128 GB eMMC	64 GB eMMC
Screen Size	14"	14"
Screen Resolution	1920x1080	1920x1080
Screen Type	IPS	IPS
Touch Screen	Yes	Yes
Stylus / Pen	No Stylus Support	No Stylus Support
Dimensions width x length x thickness	12.64 x 8.15 x 0.65 inches (321.06 x 207.01 x 16.51 mm)	12.64 x 8.15 x 0.65 inches (321.06 x 207.01 x 16.51 mm)
Weight	3.31 lbs (1.5 kg)	3.31 lbs (1.5 kg)
Backlit Keyboard	Yes	Yes
Webcam	720p HD	720p HD
WiFi	Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)	Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
Bluetooth	Bluetooth 4.2	Bluetooth 4.2
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, 48Wh, Li-ion	3 cell, 48Wh, Li-ion
Battery Life	Unknown	Unknown
Fanless	Yes	Yes
Auto Update Expiration Date	June, 2029	June, 2029

Quiet everyday performance and a 250-nit brightness ceiling

The Core m3-8100Y is a dual-core, four-thread Amber Lake-Y part from 2018 that boosts to 3.4 GHz, and it sits above ChromeOS’s stated hardware minimums in 2026. For Google Docs, a half-dozen browser tabs, a Zoom or Meet call, and a music tab in the background, the experience matches a current N100 or N150 budget Chromebook. The fanless design does more for that impression than the chip does. There is no whine to interrupt a quiet library or living room, and the chassis never gets warmer than slightly tepid in the palmrest.

Push beyond that envelope and the chip’s age shows. Heavy Android games hitch on the integrated UHD Graphics 615, a Linux container running anything more demanding than a code editor will saturate the 8GB of RAM faster than you would like, and Steam game streaming through ChromeOS runs slower here than on a Chromebook Plus model.

The 14-inch 1080p IPS touchscreen has aged best. Pixel density of 157 PPI still looks sharp, the IPS panel keeps viewing angles wide, and touch tracking is accurate in both clamshell and tablet modes. The panel measures around 250 nits, which is fine indoors under fluorescent or warm desk lighting and washes out in direct sunlight or near a sunny window. The keyboard is the next-best surviving feature. The chiclet keys have good travel and a quiet, confident press, and the two-level backlight is bright enough for low-light typing without flooding the deck. The slim chassis costs it in the keyboard deck, which flexes under typing pressure, especially in the center of the layout.

Two USB-C ports support power delivery and DisplayPort output, two USB 3.0 Type-A ports handle peripherals without a dongle, and a microSD slot provides the only realistic storage expansion. External displays go through a USB-C adapter, and the radios are still 802.11ac and Bluetooth 4.2 rather than the Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.x pairing on newer Chromebooks. The webcam is 720p, which makes it the weakest part of the device for anyone planning daily video calls, and a USB-A or USB-C webcam is the cheap fix.

Reviewer Insights

Chrome Unboxed video review

Chrome Unboxed framed the C433 at launch as a value-tier Chromebook next to the Pixelbook generation and the plastic budget devices of the time. The video covers the port selection, the performance for browser-and-docs work, and the screen-to-body ratio. The reviewer also covers the chassis flex: “The performance is great. Port selection is great. So those parts of this Chromebook are really well done. The entire keyboard deck is actually plastic and it’s pretty flexible plastic too.”

Chrome Unboxed written review by Abeel Siddiqui

Siddiqui wrote that the C433 looks more premium than its price suggested at launch, and summed it up this way: “For the most part, the Asus Chromebook C433 is an excellent machine that can take on all your basic office and school work with relative ease.” His main caveats are the brightness ceiling and the limited backlight, which become more noticeable in well-lit rooms or coffee shops with mixed lighting.

MergeDroid hands-on review

MergeDroid focused on the touchscreen and tablet-mode usability, and said of the panel: “The 14-inch full HD touchscreen on the C433 is pretty nice, the viewing angles are good, it gets bright enough that’s the only thing I’d like to see go that little bit higher and as you can see the touch response is decent too.” They also flagged the weight in tablet mode. At 3.31 pounds, it is a lot to hold in one hand while propping the device up to read.

Worth buying used for browser work through 2029

A 14-inch convertible with a touchscreen and a backlit keyboard suits a college student whose primary device is a phone and who needs a laptop for class notes and writing. It also works as a household second machine for homework or recipes. Both SKUs pair 8GB of LPDDR3 with the same fanless Core m3-8100Y, so the only decision at purchase is 64GB or 128GB of eMMC, and neither one can be changed later.

Skip it if you work outdoors or beside a sunny window, if you need Wi-Fi 6 or Bluetooth 5 peripherals, or if you want an update runway past June 2029. Starry Hope’s Chromebook Comparison Tool puts the C433 side by side with current models to show where it falls behind.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: The AUE was 2026 and now it’s 2029. What changed? A: Google extended the C433’s Auto Update Expiration date to June 2029 as part of the broader 10-year ChromeOS support policy announced in 2023. That leaves roughly three years of guaranteed automatic ChromeOS feature and security updates as of mid-2026.

Q: How does the C433 compare to a current N100 Chromebook? A: For browser-first work the daily experience is similar; for everything else the N100 wins. A current N100 Chromebook has Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.x, a brighter panel (usually 300 to 350 nits), and an AUE date in 2032 to 2034. The C433’s advantages are the 14-inch FHD touchscreen (which N100 budget Chromebooks usually replace with a 1366x768 panel), the fanless aluminum-blend chassis, and the convertible hinge. Used C433 pricing runs $200 to $330 in 2026 while an entry N100 with a touchscreen runs $250 to $400.

Q: Is the keyboard deck flex a problem? A: It depends on how you type. Light keystrokes barely register it, while people who type hard or rest their wrists heavily on the deck notice the give, especially in the center of the layout. The keys themselves are good (chiclet style, two-level backlight, comfortable travel), but the substrate underneath them is plastic and not fully reinforced. If you have used a MacBook or ThinkPad keyboard recently, this one will feel softer.

Q: Can I still get one new, or is this strictly a used-market buy? A: New stock has thinned out significantly. Amazon’s third-party marketplace still surfaces sealed units intermittently at around $330 for the 128GB SKU, but ASUS itself has moved on to newer Chromebook models in the Flip CX5 and CX34 lines. The used and refurbished market is the realistic primary source in 2026, and Best Buy Outlet, Amazon Renewed, and the larger refurbisher chains are the most reliable channels.

Q: How is it for tablet-mode use? A: Tracking is good and the touchscreen response is accurate, but the 3.31-pound weight is the limit. Holding the C433 in one hand and reading with the other works for a few minutes, while sustained tablet use is uncomfortable. Tent mode, folded back to lean against the keyboard, suits a video on a kitchen counter or a recipe propped on a desk.

Q: Does it run Linux apps and Android apps well? A: Light Linux work is fine: a code editor, a terminal, a couple of CLI tools. Anything that wants to compile large projects or run a database will saturate the 8GB RAM ceiling. Android apps run, but performance varies widely by app, and games that need the GPU tend to hitch on the integrated UHD Graphics 615.

Q: What ports does it have, and how do I connect an external display without HDMI? A: Two USB-C ports (both support power delivery and DisplayPort alt-mode), two USB-A 3.0 ports, a microSD slot, and a combo headphone jack. An external monitor connects via a USB-C to HDMI or USB-C to DisplayPort adapter; a basic adapter runs $10 to $15. For wired Ethernet (there is no built-in jack), a USB-A or USB-C Ethernet adapter plugs in without drivers.

Q: When does support end? A: June 2029, per Google’s published Auto Update Expiration database. After that date the device still functions, but Google stops shipping ChromeOS feature and security updates to it. Plan on replacing it within 6 to 12 months of AUE if you want continued updates; the hardware itself does not stop working on the expiration date.