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Best Chromebook deals: Cheap computers starting at $54

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Chromebooks make a cheaper alternative to the best laptops and to most laptop lineups in general, especially if your computing needs lean toward the simpler side. The best Chromebooks are designed for exactly that, in fact, utilizing simplified operating systems and in order to get the job done with more affordable hardware components while still promising smooth performance. Right now Chromebooks also promise some affordability. There are a lot of Chromebook deals to shop, and generally they come in at much lower starting prices than the current crop of laptop deals. Below you’ll find what we feel are the best Chromebook deals to shop right now, as well as some information on which deal may be best for you.

Acer Chromebook Spin 311 — $190, was $290

The Acer Chromebook Spin 311, shown in two forms.
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The Acer Chromebook Spin 311 adds versatility to the trusted Chromebook formula because it’s a 2-in-1 laptop, which our laptop buying guide describes as a device that can transform between laptop mode and tablet mode with the help of the 360-degree hinges attaching the body to its 11.6-inch HD touchscreen. Inside the Acer Chromebook Spin 311 are the Intel Celeron N4020 processor, ‎Intel UHD Graphics 600, and 4GB of RAM, with a battery life of up to 10 hours and a 32GB eMMC for storage.

HP Chromebook 14a — $205, was $220

The HP Chromebook 14a with a yellow and green wallpaper.
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The HP Chromebook 14at is one of the cheapest options if you want a Chromebook, but it will still be able to help you finish your basic tasks with its Intel Celeron N4120 processor, Intel UHD Graphics 600, and 4GB of RAM. It’s equipped with a 14-inch HD screen, a battery that can last up to 14 hours on a single charge, and a 64GB eMMC. If you need more storage space, you can save your files on Google Drive, which will also let you access them from any device.

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Asus Chromebook Flip C434 — $344, was $509

Asus Chromebook Flip C434
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The Asus Chromebook Flip C434 is another Chromebook that’s also a 2-in-1 laptop, as the multiple modes will be very helpful for professionals and students alike as they go through their respective days. The Asus Chromebook Flip C434 is powered by the 8th-generation Intel Core M3 processor, ‎Intel HD Graphics 615, and 4GB of RAM, while offering a 64GB eMMC and a 14-inch touchscreen with Full HD resolution for sharp details and vivid colors.

Lenovo IdeaPad Duet 5 Chromebook — $359, was $499

The new Lenovo Chromebook Duet 5 sitting on a desk.
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The Lenovo IdeaPad Duet 5 Chromebook is a different kind of 2-in-1 laptop as it uses a detachable keyboard that also doubles as a protective cover for its 13.3-inch Full HD OLED touchscreen. Inside the device are the Qualcomm Snapdragon SC7180 processor, Qualcomm Adreno 618 graphics, and 8GB of RAM, and you’ve got a 128GB eMMC for storage that’s relatively large compared to other Chromebooks. You’ll also get one free month of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate with your purchase of the Lenovo IdeaPad Duet 5 Chromebook.

HP Elite Dragonfly Chromebook — $1,349, was $1,519

HP Elite Dragonfly Chromebook front view showing display and keyboard deck.
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The HP Elite Dragonfly Chromebook is making a case to be included among the best Chromebooks because it pushes the envelope on the capabilities of a Chrome OS-powered laptop. You’ll get smooth performance with its 12th-generation Intel Core i5 processor, Intel Iris Xe Graphics, and 8GB of RAM, and it also comes with a 128GB SSD for storage. The HP Elite Dragonfly Chromebook also features a 13.5-inch 2K touchscreen, which is attached to its body with 360-degree hinges as it’s also a 2-in-1 laptop.

More Chromebook deals we love

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There are many more Chromebook deals in the market beyond our top picks, so if you want to explore more choices, feel free to take a look at the bargains we’ve gathered below. They’re not going to stay this cheap for long though, as there’s always high demand for Chromebooks. If you want to take advantage of any of these offers, you need to hurry because stocks may run out or discounts may end, sooner than you think.

  • HP Chromebook 11A G6 Education Edition —
  • Dell Chromebook 11 —
  • Lenovo 500e 2-in-1 Chromebook —
  • Samsung Chromebook 4 —
  • Acer Chromebook 315 —
  • Asus Chromebook CM14 —
  • Samsung Galaxy Chromebook 2 —

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