The Lenovo IdeaPad Chromebook Duet 5, a Chrome OS tablet that doubles as a laptop, has a solid keyboard and drop-dead gorgeous 1080p OLED display that produces colorful images. According to the tester, colors were rich and shadows were quite dark. Plus, the 1440p resolution is truly beautiful. The 11-inch 1440p touchscreen is on the smaller side, but that just means it’s lighter and more portable than bigger display options. This HP also packs 8GB of RAM, which helps with web browser performance, among other tasks. That said, the Intel Core i3 in Windows machines is simply more powerful by default. The x2 11 is powered by a Snapdragon 7c processor, which is better than the MediaTek chips you’ll find in most Chromebooks. As for the performance, it’s about what you’d expect out of a Chromebook: zippy enough for everyday tasks like browsing the web and so on. The reviewer found the connection to be both clean and strong. The rear plate, which transforms into a kickstand that holds up the tablet for hands-free use, connects to the back of the tablet via magnets. The detachable keyboard took some getting used to, but ended up being fine for long typing sessions. The tablet’s aluminum chassis feels rugged and like it’ll last quite a while. While some may find the detachable-keyboard design a pain to deal with, our reviewer really liked this one. Yes, another Chromebook-but the HP Chromebook x2 11 is one of the best 2-in-1 machines you can buy, considering its cheap price. Overall, the Flex 5 has a lot going for it. It may not be the most portable laptop in the world, but that flexibility can still be nice for applications that favor a tablet form factor. Although this laptop is a 2-in-1-meaning the screen can fold back to make it function more like a tablet-it weighs just about 3 pounds, which is on the heavier side for a convertible. It’s fairly comfortable, making it suitable for marathon typing sessions. Regarding the keyboard, our tester liked the “crisp and taut” feel of the keys. The 13.3-inch 1080p IPS touchscreen is a big perk at this price point, too. The port selection is a nice combination of old and new: It has two USB-C ports, a single USB-A port, a 3.5mm combo audio jack, and a microSD card reader. However, according to our review, it can “feel taxed by demanding tasks.” For example when the tester opened up multiple tabs, he noticed some lag in performance. Thanks to the Intel Pentium Gold 7505 processor, this Chromebook is equipped to handle web browsing, editing documents, and other simple tasks. If you’re shopping around for a solid everyday laptop that won’t break the bank, the Aspire 5 is definitely worth a look.īetween its reasonable price and superb keyboard, the Lenovo Chromebook Flex 5 is nice all-arounder. Although the keyboard lacks backlighting (not surprising given the price) and the touchpad is a bit difficult to use, we feel the pros far outweigh the cons here. In our review, the tester was pleasantly surprised by the keyboard’s “durable feel.” It has a spacious layout, which is perfect for longer typing sessions. This machine also comes with 8GB of RAM, which is plenty for quickly firing up applications. The 14-inch LCD 1080p display is reasonably sharp and vibrant, which is great for working on documents or streaming video. The Intel Core i5 processor keeps things relatively zippy, and performance is fast enough for general-use tasks like writing emails and browsing the web. With its affordable price point, decent performance, and robust build, the Acer Aspire 5 is an excellent sub-$500 option.
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