Best Chromebook laptops to buy in India for 2023

May 25, 2023, 13:02 IST

Chromebooks started out as a niche category but they’re slowly getting into the mainstream zone. The best Chromebooks can be used by not only students but casual users as well. These laptops run on Chrome OS with access to apps from the Google Play Store. They’re light, easy to use and offer seamless productivity through Google apps. These days Chromebooks also come in sleek designs with 2-in-1 convertibility and touchscreen displays so there are a variety of options available.

Here’s a look at the best Chromebooks you can buy right now.

How we do our research

Our ranking criteria

We consider each Chromebook’s specifications such as the RAM, Memory, and more. Other than this, we also look at physical aspects like the keyboard and the response of the trackpad.

Things to consider while buying a Chromebook

Chromebooks heavily rely on the Google ecosystem. If you enjoy using services like Gmail, Google Keep, the Chrome browser, and Google Drive, you'll find it easy to use the Chrome OS and remain productive. Therefore, if you rely on the Google ecosystem then you consider buying Chromebook. Other than this, if you use an Android device then buying a Chromebook can be a good option.

Features compared

Chromebook	Features	Product link
Lenovo 2020 2-in-1	11.6- inch display, 4GB RAM, 32GB storage	Buy On
Lenovo 100E Chromebook	4GB LPDDR3 RAM, 16GB eMMC TLC SSD, Chrome OS	Buy On
HP Chromebook	AMD Dual-Core A4-9120 Processor, 4GB RAM, 32GB SSD	Buy On
Acer Intel Celeron N3350	4GB RAM, 32GB Storage, Backlit Keyboard	Buy On
Asus Chromebook Flip	4Gb RAM, 64GB storage, All-Metal Body	Buy On
HP Chromebook 11a	MediaTek MT8183 Processor, 4 GB RAM/64 GB eMMC/ Chrome OS/ Fast Charge	Buy On
Lenovo Ideapad Duet Chromebook	4 GB, 128 GB, Wi-Fi Only, Dual Tone Design, 100 GB Free Cloud Storage for 1 Year	Buy On

Lenovo 2-in-1 Convertible Chromebook

Another 2-in-1 convertible Chromebook you can go for is this one from Lenovo. It has a smaller 11.6-inch HD touchscreen anti-glare display. The Chromebook is also integrated with PowerVR GX6250 graphics. Under its hood runs the MediaTek MT8173C processor coupled with 4GB of RAM and 32GB of storage. The Chromebook also has an HD webcam for video calls. It has 1 USB Type-C port, 1 USB Type-A port, 1 HDMI port and 1 3.5mm headphone jack. The Lenovo 2-in-1 Chromebook weighs 1.17 kg and it comes in white colour.

Lenovo 100E Chromebook

The Lenovo 100E Chromebook is a rugged laptop with a drop-resistant design and water-resistant keyboard. It features a 11.6-inch HD anti-glare display and it also comes with an HD webcam. The Chromebook offers a battery life of up to 10 hours on a single charge. The Chromebook is designed for students with its rugged and portable design but it can be used for personal work as well. It’s also light, weighing 1.2 kg.

HP Chromebook

Another affordable Chromebook that students can use is the HP Chromebook. It features a 14-inch HD display and a webcam for video calls and online classes. The Chromebook is powered by the AMD dual-core A4-9120 processor and it packs 4GB of RAM with 32GB of storage. In terms of battery life, the HP Chromebook should last for up to nine hours and 15 minutes on a single charge. More features on the HP Chromebook include 180-degree swivel, digital media card reader and imagepad with gesture capabilities.

Acer Chromebook 514

The Acer Chromebook 514 features a 14-inch Full HD display. The laptop is powered by the Intel Celeron N3350 processor coupled with 4GB of RAM and 32GB of storage. Acer promises up to 12 hours of battery life on this Chromebook. The Acer Chromebook 514 has a lightweight design and it comes in a metal body. It also features a backlit keyboard and Corning Gorilla touchpad. In terms of ports you get a USB Type- C port, two USB Type-A ports, and one headphone jack on the Acer Chromebook 514. You also get an HDR webcam for video calls and online classes.

ASUS Chromebook Flip C434

The Asus Chromebook Flip C434 is another 2-in-1 convertible option you can go for. It features a 14-inch Full HD touchscreen display with very thin bezels on all sides. The Chromebook is powered by the Intel Core M3-8100Y processor coupled with 4GB of RAM and 64GB of storage.The Asus Chromebook Flip C343 comes in an all-metal body weighing 1.45 kg, and it is available in silver colour. The Chromebook is also quite slim measuring 15.7mm. In terms of battery life, the Asus Chromebook Flip C343 should last you up to 10 hours on a single charge.

Lenovo Ideapad Duet Chromebook

This is a 2-in-1 detachable laptop that comes with stylus support and a 5-point pogo pin and magnet design. It has a 10.1-inch FHD IPS display with 400 nits of brightness. It has a 7000 mAh battery that is said to last 10 hours at minimal usage.

HP Chromebook 11a

This thin and light Chromebook from HP features an 11.6- inch of the display. Under the hood, it has a MediaTek MT8183 processor which is coupled with 4GB of RAM and 64GB of internal storage. It runs of Chrome OS and currently, you can buy it for just ₹17,000 down from its original price of ₹26,990.

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