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Latest review: December 28, 2018 | Model: HP Chromebook 14-ca070nr
This review is for the NON-touch screen 14-ca040nr. Reviews get lumped together, so it's good to know which product you're reading about. I'm a semi-retired IT technician, so this review comes from that standpoint... Fit and finish is good (although the machine is basically plastic) and it weighs about 3 pounds (again, the non-touch screen version). It is, for me, a true "laptop" machine in that the bottom doesn't get too hot to hold when it's in my lap. Overall I'm really pleased with the HP 14-ca040nr. I've read reviews that say that Chromebooks don't work offline, or don't offer software - and those reviews are wrong. You just have to set the machine up properly.
Reviewed by: Baroque Tossit | Read HP Chromebook 14 G5 reviews...4 / 5 stars - The HP Chromebook 14 is no performance powerhouse, but Chrome OS' speediness combined with a funky blue case makes this one fun notebook to use.
Review date: November 05, 2018 | Model: HP Chromebook 14 G5
A Chromebook isn't going to be quite as flexible as a full-on WIndows PC or a Mac. No matter how Google dresses things up, you're still relying heavily on web apps to get work done, and ultimately such restrictions aren't for everyone... For a reasonably modest investment, you'll get a responsive, friendly notebook that's actually fun to use despite its shortcomings.
Reviewed by: Nick Mediati | Read full review...3.5 / 5 stars - Acer has a good track record with Chromebooks, so the arrival of a new, large screen model is an intriguing prospect. We take the Acer Chromebook 14 for a test drive to see how it shapes up. Review date: January 11, 2017 | Model: Acer Chromebook 14
There's a lot to like about the Acer, including it's smart design, larger screen size, and impressively long battery life. These are offset by a few less than desirable components. The display is adequate at best, the keyboard is also average, and performance feels hampered by the low memory allocation. It's a solid machine, but the compromises may be too much for some.
Reviewed by: Martyn Casserly | Read full review...3 / 5 stars - The HP Chromebook 14 packs offers good multitasking performance and blasts a lot of volume, but competitors offer brighter displays and more battery life. Review date: April 9, 2016 | Model: HP Chromebook 14 ak060nr
The $279.99 HP Chromebook 14 is a solid notebook for general activities. If you want a large screen for simultaneous document editing, internet browsing and video streaming, it packs enough punch to suit your needs. On the other hand, those who want to make it a whole day on a single charge or enjoy brighter and more colorful images may want to look elsewhere. If you're willing to get a 13-inch display, both the Dell Chromebook 13 and the Toshiba Chromebook 2 earned our Editor's Choice awards for their long battery life and even faster performance. The $269 Toshiba Chromebook 2 CB35 is even less expensive than the HP, but you may want to pay more for the $429 Dell Chromebook 13'sfantastic design. But if you want a big notebook that runs Chrome OS and can kick out the jams, the HP Chromebook 14 is worth your consideration.
Reviewed by: Henry T. Casey | Read full review...