Posted 16th Jul 2023
Hi all
My windows laptop has died so I’m in the market for a new one.
I'm thinking of simplicity this time, so fancy getting a Chromebook.
im after getting a 2 in 1, which can be plugged into an external monitor for light coding, website editing, light photo editing. Not after a gaming machine, as I’ve all the consoles, but I can’t stand computers that feel slugggish.
looking to spend about £500 ish. Any suggestions?
My windows laptop has died so I’m in the market for a new one.
I'm thinking of simplicity this time, so fancy getting a Chromebook.
im after getting a 2 in 1, which can be plugged into an external monitor for light coding, website editing, light photo editing. Not after a gaming machine, as I’ve all the consoles, but I can’t stand computers that feel slugggish.
looking to spend about £500 ish. Any suggestions?
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sorted byLooking for a convertible, that I can use in tablet mode for general stuff whilst sat on the couch (my tablet has gone sluggish, so 2 birds 1 stone)
What software/website are you planning to use for the "light coding, website editing, light photo editing"?
Chromebooks run completely different software to Windows PCs. (edited)
ok thanks
My ASUS Chromebook has fantastic battery life - lasts around 12 hours. I use the Linux development environment on it and have installed Libre Office. You can also use GIMP for photo editing.
HP probably has the best reputation for chromebooks and based purely on your budget and 2-in-1 criteria I would take a look at this
pricespy.co.uk/com…844
I have to say though I would only ever buy any laptop after a physical inspection - screen brightness and keyboard is so important to me.
Typed on my ASUS Flip C234MA (very rare) Whenever I need to buy its replacement it could well be another ASUS, Lenovo, or HP.