Chromebooks have become a classroom staple for students these days especially following remote learning over the last couple of years. Computers and Chromebooks are more affordable than ever before making them attainable for students and families who want to get the most out of their laptops. That’s not to say you can’t drop some real cash on a laptop for your child, but we think affordable yet reliable Chromebooks are the best option for learners.
Chromebooks that allow your child to complete schoolwork should have a lasting battery to get them through most of their day and also have the ability for some light gaming and entertainment streaming once the homework is finished. We have rounded up some truly great options that are going to be especially attractive for those on a tight budget. Discover the highest-rated and best-selling Chromebooks below just in time for back-to-school season.
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Lenovo IdeaPad Duet 10.1″ Touchscreen 2-in-1 Chromebook
$209.99 at the time of publication.
With a hybrid tablet/snap-on keyboard design, this Chromebook is ideal for the classroom and students. It combines easy tablet browsing for research but still offers a keyboard when your child needs one. With a powerful ARM processor that goes for 21 hours (yes, it’s got great battery life) it’s an awesome laptop/tablet package. It also has full HD for gaming and watching movies after class. Further, you cannot beat the price on this baby. It’s our top pick for back-to-school this year.
Acer Chromebook 314
$164.01 at the time of publication.
It does not have a touchscreen but this laptop from Acer is still a winning choice for students, especially at this price point. Somehow, this has full HD which gives a crisp, clear picture. The processor for this one is not as strong as the previous laptop but it can still be used for researching and streaming. This one also boasts a 14-hour battery life which is perfect for students.
HP Chromebook x360
$237.67 at the time of publication.
This laptop was designed specifically for students. It has a touch screen and can fold down into a tablet for ease of use. Costs are kept low with the affordable but dependable 1.1GHz Intel N4000 processor and 4GB of RAM. The balance extends to the 12-inch touchscreen that makes it portable, light but still perfectly usable. The main downside is that this one does not have full HD (it is just standard) resolution but it is a sturdy option that is still a great deal.
HP Chromebook 14 G5
$316 at the time of publication.
If a smaller laptop is okay for your child, this 11-inch option is a great buy and it is virtually indestructible. If the word “rugged” could be used to describe your child, you might be looking for something that can really hold up and this would be the right one for them. It has average performance with about a 12-hour battery life.
Lenovo Chromebook C340
$189.98 at the time of publication.
At a budget price and using the reliable Intel Celeron N4000, there’s enough power for your child’s classroom needs in this laptop. Importantly, it has a 12-hour runtime, so it’s going to keep them going all day. The touchscreen might just be HD but it’s responsive and bright. The one downside to this one is the wide bevel which has gone out of style, but that should not be a dealbreaker.
Dell Chromebook 11 3100
$331.16 at the time of publication.
This is the budget-friendly educational laptop that Dell makes. It is slightly heavy for its size, but other than that it has a lot going for it. Two big pros are its rugged design with solid hinges that offer it a fold-back two-in-one design and long battery life so nothing interrupts studies. It has a touchscreen that is responsive and bright. The performance is average here and it can get sluggish with too many tabs open. But, it is engineered specifically for education so expect it to do all the things a student would need it to do.
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Acer Chromebook 15
$199.99 at the time of publication.
With a 15.6″ display, this laptop might be too big for some students. However, if size is not an issue, it could be the right fit for your child. To start, that display is a dream being IPS, Full HD, touch-enabled, and a decent size, but the tradeoff is the weight as this is also the heaviest laptop to make the list. It’s a solid performer at this budget price and it boasts 14 hours of battery life.
There you have them! We hope you found the right student Chromebook for your child. We have shown you several capable options that all perform well and cost a fraction of other laptops out there. Now, throw one of these in your cart and scratch it off your back-to-school to-buy list.