If there’s one thing about getting a Chromebook over a traditional laptop is that the former generally comes with an affordable price. You can get a Chromebook for around three figures and even the upscale models cost below RM2,000. Chromebooks boot faster due to their energy-efficient OS, and they are primarily suitable for everyday tasks like web browsing, word processing and occasional media consumption such as streaming Netflix and YouTube channels. Long story short, here are the 6 best Chromebooks you can get online for everyday users.
1) Acer Chromebook Spin 311
The Acer Chromebook Spin 311 lives up to its name since the 360° hinge, offering you the flexibility of flipping the device from a laptop to a tablet mode and vice versa. It only weighs around 1 kg, making it portable enough to carry in your backpack. This convertible laptop sports an 11.6″ IPS display with HD resolution and yes, it supports a touchscreen mode. It runs on a four-core Intel Celeron N4120 processor with an optional 4GB/32GB eMMC or 8GB/64GB eMMC memory-and-storage combo, ideal enough for basic school use or general computing tasks. But don’t bother if you are expecting this to handle heavy workloads. The battery life, in the meantime, performs better than expected, clocking around 7-10 hours, depending on your usage.
2) Asus Chromebook Flip CX3
The Asus Chromebook Flip CX3 combines work and play in its sleek 2-in-1 convertible laptop, thanks to the 360° ErgoLift. It’s priced higher than your usual budget-friendly Chromebook, but it’s understandable with all the extra bells and whistles. The Asus Chromebook Flip CX3 packs the 11th-gen Intel Core i3 processor with 8GB of onboard RAM and 256GB SSD. It sports a 14-inch Full HD display with LED backlit and a 250-nit brightness level, not to mention it supports a touchscreen. The display itself, particularly the three-sided slim bezels from left to right and top parts, offers more screen estate. It’s good for moderate productivity from school/basic computing tasks to the likes of Photoshop editing and media consumption.
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3) Dell Chromebook 3380
Good for kids and students, the Dell Chromebook 3380 covers the basic essentials: an Intel Celeron 3855U processor, a 13.3″ HD display and a 4GB + 32GB SSD combo. Despite the low price point, the Dell Chromebook 3380 comes equipped with a long-lasting battery life of up to 10 hours. The build quality comes with a spill-resistant keyboard and even rubberised edges to withstand minor bumps and knocks. Although the Dell Chromebook 3380 is generally aimed at education, you can also use it for basic office tasks like Microsoft Word and Excel.
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4) HP Chromebook 14
The sleek-looking HP Chromebook 14 sports a fairly lightweight device at around 1.4 kg and it operates on an Intel Celeron N4000 processor. The latter, coupled with its Intel UHD Graphics 600 alongside a 4GB/32GB eMMC combo is generally ideal for school or office use. Not to mention basic web browsing, email and media consumption. It sports a 14-inch HD display with thinner bezels on both sides to help maximise your productivity. Listening to music sounds decent with its built-in stereo speakers tuned by B&O and more so when you plug in your favourite pair of headphones on its 3.5mm jack. The battery life is exceptional, where you can get around 10-13 hours on a single charge.
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5) HP Chromebook X360 11 G3
Flexibility is what the HP Chromebook X360 11 G3 is all about, allowing you to flip from a laptop to a tablet mode using its adjustable 360° hinge. Marketed for teaching and learning, the HP Chromebook X360 11 G3 runs on a speedy-booting Chrome OS and under the hood, it packs an Intel Celeron N4020 processor with Intel UHD Graphics 600 and a 4GB/32GB eMMC combo. It also has dual speakers with HD audio and it supports a multi-touch gesture as well. The 11.6-inch display combines an IPS panel and BrightView, giving you vibrant colours. Expect a long battery life and even if it runs out, its fast recharging system means you don’t wait long to continue using it.
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6) Lenovo 10e Chromebook Tablet
Weighing just 1 kg, the Lenovo 10e Chromebook Tablet is lightweight enough to carry in your backpack while on the go. You get a MediaTek 8183 processor and a 4GB/32GB eMMC combo, which is good for general mobile productivity while running on a fast-booting Chrome OS. It has a 10.1″ WUXGA IPS display with a 400-nit brightness level, stereo speakers and a dual-camera setup including 5MP world-facing and 2MP front-facing shooters. The 10-hour battery life allows you to use it for long hours while its overall sturdy construction is made to last.
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