Performance: Performance was only fair. Speed was slow but adequate for productivity and Web-based tasks such as word processing, Web browsing, and online game play.
Portability: This Chromebook is an excellent choice for traveling. Battery life lasted 14.25 hours in a light load of web browsing tests, and 8 hours in a heavier load of 4K video playback tests. Results were notably longer than many similar Chromebooks, under a workload of mixed use. At 2.9 lbs, weight was typical for a Chromebook this size and light enough to carry for long periods of time.
Ergonomics: The keyboard and case were well-designed, making it comfortable and convenient to use. The keyboard has large keys and was comfortably sized. Its high contrast letters were easy to read, and the backlighting can be useful in dark rooms. The power button was well-labeled and conveniently located.
Display: The display quality was good overall. Colors were less accurately reproduced compared to better displays. The display was brighter than most and it's anti-reflective, a plus for viewing in a brightly lit room or outdoors. The display had a narrow viewing angle, so you’ll have limited flexibility in how to position the screen for optimal viewability for one user, and it will be difficult for more than one person to look at the screen at the same time.
Useful features and attributes on this model include: This Chromebook supports DisplayPort over USB-C for connecting to an HDTV or monitor. The power supply and chassis are lighter than the average weight of a chromebook and power supply.
Downsides: Its storage space of 32GB is smaller than most other Chromebooks; you'll need an external storage solution such as cloud storage to save most of your files. This model has less than a few years remaining until Google stops updating the OS.
