Best Notebooks - 3 to 5 lb. Weight, Intel Celeron Processor Type, 2096 to 5120 MB Installed RAM

More RAM for better, zippier performance, Swappable 6-cell battery lasts longer on the road

Very short battery life, Bland and relatively thick design

Limitations of Chrome OS, Poor battery life

Saddled with an ugly design, finicky touch pad, and short battery life

Powerful processor, large hard drive

Useless without Internet connection.

Runs hot, expensive.

Tough to recommend this Chromebook over a less expensive laptop or tablet.

Bright, pleasing matte display

Useless without Internet connection.

Runs hot, expensive.

Tough to recommend this Chromebook over a less expensive laptop or tablet.

Bright, pleasing matte display