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Acer Chromebook R 11
★ Top Choice
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From $337
Features
- All the Google apps you know and love come standard on every Chromebook, which means you can edit, download, and convert Microsoft Office files in Google Docs, Sheets and Slides.Connectivity:802.11a/b/g/n/ac wireless LAN.
- Chromebooks come with built-in storage for offline access to your most important files and an additional 100GB of Google Drive space to ensure that all of your files are backed up automatically.
- Chromebook runs on Chrome OS - an operating system by Google that is built for the way we live today. It comes with built-in virus protection, updates automatically, boots up in seconds and continues to stay fast over time. (Internet connection is required).
- With the Google Play Store, you can access a rich library of apps, games, music, movies, TV, books, magazines, and more, all from your Chromebook.
- Intel Celeron N3150, 11.6 inch HD Touch Display, 4GB Memory, 32GB eMMC, Up to 10-hour Battery Life, Convertible Laptop; Maximum Power Supply Wattage: 45 Watt.
Pros
- ⊕ Attractive design.
- ⊕ Solid performance.
- ⊕ Comfortable keyboard.
- ⊕ Crisp, colorful display.
- ⊕ Keyboard is comfortable to use.
Cons
- ⊖ Grainy camera.
- ⊖ Lackluster battery life.
Specs
- RAM: 4 GB.
- Weight: 2.76 lbs.
- Platform: Chrome OS.
- Product Dimensions: 8 x 0.8 x 11.6 in.
- Camera: Front-facing 760p.
- Compatibility: Chrome OS, Android.
- Display: 11.7” 1366x768 IPS.
- Processor: Celeron N3160 2.3 GHz.
- Storage: 32 GB eMMC (24 GB available).
- Battery Capacity: 3490 mAh, 3-cell, integrated.
- Ports: 1x USB 3.0, 1x USB 2.0, HDMI.
- GPU: Intel HD Graphics 400 (Braswell).
Best for Portability
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Microsoft Surface Go
♥ Runner Up
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From $493
Features
- Includes multi tasking USB C, fast charging surface connect, and headphone jack. Use it in Laptop, Tablet or Studio Mode.
- Runs Windows 10 Home in S Mode, streamlined for security and superior performance.
- High res 10 inch PixelSense: Display designed to be viewed, touched, and written on.
- All day battery life, with upto 9 hours of unplugged power. Ambient light sensor.
- Lightest surface yet, starting at 1.15 pounds. Touch: 10 point multi touch.
Pros
- ⊕ Durable.
- ⊕ Very portable.
- ⊕ Sturdy design.
- ⊕ Plenty of ports.
- ⊕ Brilliant keyboard.
Cons
- ⊖ Slower speed.
- ⊖ Limited storage.
- ⊖ Poor performance.
- ⊖ No keyboard included.
- ⊖ Middling battery life.
Specs
- Storage: 64 GB.
- Battery Capacity: 29.45 wh.
- Platform: Windows 10.
- Product Dimensions: 9.7 x 6.9 x 0.3 in.
- Processor: Intel Pentium Gold Processor 4415Y.
- Camera: 5.0MP front-facing camera, 8.0MP rear-facing autofocus camera.
- Ports: USB-C, 3.5mm headphone jack, Surface Connect port, Surface Type Cover Port, MicroSDXC card reader.
Best for Productivity
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ASUS Chromebook 14 G6
Best Chromebook Laptop
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From $549.9
Features
- Starts up in seconds and lasts all day, thanks to a long battery life rated up to 10 hours.
- Chromebooks come with built-in storage for offline access to your most important files and a 12-month Google One trial that gives you additional storage across Gmail, Google Drive and Google Photos.
- The flexible 360 Degree hinge and 12.5" full HD touchscreen lets you use the C302 in tablet or laptop mode.
- Intel Core Processor with 64GB storage and 4GB RAM for fast and efficient performance with a bright back-lit illuminated keyboard.
- Extremely lightweight at 2.65 pounds with the protection of a sleek aluminum metal body.
- With the Google Play Store, you can access a rich library of apps, games, music, movies, TV, books, magazines, and more, all from your Chromebook.
Pros
- ⊕ Only weighs 2.
- ⊕ Long battery life.
- ⊕ Super fast start up.
Cons
- ⊖ Questionable quality of parts.
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ASUS Chromebook Flip C434
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From $580.49
Features
- Chromebooks come with built-in storage for offline access to your most important files and a 12-month Google One trial that gives you additional storage across Gmail, Google Drive and Google Photos.
- All the Google apps you know and love come standard on every Chromebook, which means you can edit, download, and convert Microsoft Office files in Google Docs, Sheets and Slides.
- With the Google Play Store, you can access a rich library of apps, games, music, movies, TV, books, magazines, and more, all from your Chromebook.
- Powered by the Intel Core m3-8100Y Processor 1. 1 GHz (4M Cache, up to 3. 4 GHz) for super-fast and snappy performance. If you use a ton of tabs or run lots of apps, this has the power to get it all done with ease.
- Chromebook runs on Chrome OS - an operating system by Google that is built for the way we live today. It comes with built-in virus protection, updates automatically, boots up in seconds and continues to stay fast over time.
- The Full HD display has a durable 360 degree hinge that can be used to flip the touchscreen display to tent, stand, and tablet mode.
- The lightweight (3 pound) all-aluminum metal body makes the C434 both durable and beautiful for a timeless look that will never go out of style.
- 4GB LPDDR3 RAM; 64GB eMMC storage and 2x USB Type-C (Gen 1) and 1x USB Type-A (Gen 1) ports plus a backlit keyboard (USB Transfer speed may vary. Learn more at ASUS website).
- 14 inch touchscreen Full HD 1920x1080 4-way NanoEdge display featuring ultra-narrow bezels (5millimeter thin) around each side of the display that allows for a 14 inch screen to fit in the body of a 13 inch laptop footprint.
Pros
- ⊕ Slim bezels.
- ⊕ Sleek design.
- ⊕ Long battery life.
- ⊕ Thin display bezels.
- ⊕ Sleek, premium design.
Cons
- ⊖ Expensive.
- ⊖ A bit pricey.
- ⊖ A tad pricey.
- ⊖ Finicky touchpad.
- ⊖ Mixed performance.
Specs
- RAM: 4GB.
- Storage: 64GB.
- Weight: 3.1 pounds.
- GPU: Intel HD 615.
- Display: 14-inch, 1080p.
- CPU: Intel Core m3-8100Y.
- Size: 12.6 x 8 x 0.6 inches.
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