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 a very good choice for traveling. Battery life lasted 12.25 hours in a light load of web browsing tests, and 10 hours in a heavier load of 4K video playback tests. Results were notably longer than many similar Chromebooks, under a workload of mixed use. In heavier loads, the battery lasted longer than expected, so you're less likely to need a charge as you run more performance intensive tasks. At 2.9 lbs, weight was typical for a Chromebook this size and light enough to carry.
Ergonomics: Some features of the keyboard and case were well-designed, making it comfortable or convenient to use. The keyboard has large keys and was comfortably sized. Its high contrast letters were easy to read. The power button labeling was hard to read when the chromebook is off, and it was inconveniently placed, either difficult to reach or too easy to accidentally press. Friction on the touchscreen may prevent fast swiping, and fingerprints may take some effort to clean off.
Display: The display quality was good overall. Colors were in the ballpark, though not completely accurate. The display was highly prone to glare making it difficult to see in a brightly lit room or outdoors. The display has a wide viewing angle, especially important if more than one person needs to see the screen at a time, say, for a video or presentation.
Useful features and attributes on this model include: The Chromebook has a convertible form factor and can be folded backwards for use as a tablet. This Chromebook has a full-size HDMI port 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.
