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Acer Chromebook 714
★ Top Choice
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From $599.99
Features
- 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.
- 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.
- CB714-1WT-3447 comes with 14” Full HD Touch Display, Intel Core i3-8130U, 8GB DDR4 Memory, 64GB eMMC, Google Chrome, Up to 12-hours Battery Life.
- 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).
Pros
- ⊕ Comfortable keyboard.
- ⊕ Handsome aluminum design.
- ⊕ Google Assistant onboard.
Specs
- Touch Screen: yes.
- Panel Technology: IPS.
- RAM (as Tested): 8 GB.
- Variable Refresh Support: None.
- Boot Drive Capacity (as Tested): 64 GB.
- Screen Refresh Rate: 60 Hz.
- Processor Speed: 2.2 GHz.
- Screen Size: 14 inches.
- Native Display Resolution: 1920 by 1080.
- Boot Drive Type: eMMC Flash Memory.
- Laptop Class: Budget, Chromebook.
- Processor: Intel Core i3-8130U.
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Google Pixelbook Go
♥ Runner Up
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From $649
Features
- Built for comfort: A backlit keyboard and Hush Keys make using Pixelbook Go comfortable and quiet. The touchpad is spacious and accurate, so you only need to use a light touch. The fan less design stays cool to let you comfortably use it on your lap.
- Good to Go Pixelbook Go lets you stay unplugged for up to 12 hours [2] so you don't need to carry a charger And when you do need a charge get up to 2 hours of use in just 20 minutes so you can keep going [3].
- Ready to entertain: With brilliant 13. 3” HD touchscreen display and dual stereo speakers, you get amazing picture and sound for watching movies, editing photos, or video chatting. [4].
- Get it done Fast: Pixelbook Go starts up in seconds, and makes working a breeze. The 8th Gen Intel Core Processor is quick and responsive, powering everything you do. And Chrome OS doesn't slow down over time so it always feels like new. [6].
- Made to move Pixelbook Go is lightweight - Barely 2 pounds It’s 13 milimeter thin with a grippable design making it easier to carry [1].
- Go without worry: Pixelbook Go is designed to prevent things from getting off track. The Titan C security chip and built-in anti-virus software help protect your data. And Chrome OS updates automatically, always giving you the latest features and security. [5].
Pros
- ⊕ Touchscreen.
- ⊕ Quick charge.
- ⊕ Built-in security.
- ⊕ Lightweight design.
- ⊕ Very compact and lightweight.
Cons
- ⊖ No tablet mode.
- ⊖ Can't replace SSD.
- ⊖ No USB Type-A ports.
- ⊖ Less processing power.
- ⊖ Maximum 256GB of storage.
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Acer Aspire E 15
Best Bang for the Buck
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From $679
Features
- Windows 10 Home.
- 8th Generation Intel Core i3 8130U Processor 2.2 GHz (Up to 3.2GHz).
- TIP: try a battery pin-hole reset procedure, a different AC adapter, or pressing the key combination FN + F6 to make sure the system is outputting the video to the notebook's internal display.
- 6GB Dual Channel Memory, 1TB HDD and 8x DVD.
- 15.6 inches Full HD (1920 x 1080) widescreen LED lit Display.
- Up to 13.5 Hours of battery life.
Pros
- ⊕ The 15.
- ⊕ Affordable.
- ⊕ Great value.
- ⊕ Amazing price.
- ⊕ 1TB of storage.
Cons
- ⊖ Clunky design.
- ⊖ Heavy and thick.
- ⊖ Thick and heavy.
- ⊖ Subpar speakers.
- ⊖ Lots of bloatware.
Specs
- Compatibility: Windows.
- Storage: 1 TB HDD.
- RAM: 6GB DDR3L.
- Camera: 0.9 MP webcam.
- Product Dimensions: 15 x 10.2 x 1.19 in.
- Display: 15.6” 1920 x 1080.
- Processor: Intel Core i3-8130U, 2.2 GHz.
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Lenovo Yoga Chromebook C630
Best for Students of all ages
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From $688.8
Features
- This refurbished product is tested and certified to look and work like new. The refurbishing process includes functionality testing, basic cleaning, inspection, and repackaging. The product ships with all relevant accessories, and may arrive in a generic box.
Pros
- ⊕ LTE connectivity.
- ⊕ Long battery life.
- ⊕ Trim, light design.
- ⊕ Excellent screen quality.
Cons
- ⊖ No stylus.
- ⊖ Ho-hum audio.
- ⊖ Big and heavy.
- ⊖ No video-out port.
- ⊖ Limited port selection.
Specs
- Touch Screen: yes.
- Panel Technology: IPS.
- RAM (as Tested): 8 GB.
- Variable Refresh Support: None.
- Boot Drive Capacity (as Tested): 64 GB.
- Screen Refresh Rate: 60 Hz.
- Processor Speed: 2.2 GHz.
- Screen Size: 15.6 inches.
- Native Display Resolution: 1920 by 1080.
- Boot Drive Type: eMMC Flash Memory.
- Processor: Intel Core i3-8130U.
- Laptop Class: Convertible 2-in-1, Chromebook.
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