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    Dell Inspiron Chromebook 14 with Core i3 sheds $150 of cost, on sale for $399

    Kevin TofelBy 2 Comments2 Mins Read
    Dell Inspiron Chromebook 14

    This week will be all about the Pixelbook Go since that device is expected to launch on Tuesday. I’ll be at the New York City event and will share thoughts, of course.

    But today is all about the Dell Inspiron Chromebook 14 if you’re looking for a 2-in-1 device with a U-Series Intel Core i3 processor. Best Buy has slashed the normal $549 price tag by $150, bringing this solid mid-range Chromebook down to $399.

    Occasionally, I’ve seen $100 off on this Dell, although back in June, Best Buy was running the same $150 off promotion as they are today.

    And what I said back then still holds true: If you don’t mind an internal fan (which really shouldn’t run often), $399 gets you a strong performing Chromebook with 1080p display and pen support, capable of fast browsing, multiple Android apps and even some Linux software if you decide to enable that option.

    Here’s a reminder of the hardware configuration:

    • Intel Core i3-8130U processor
    • Intel UHD 620 integrated graphics
    • 4 GB of memory
    • 128 GB of eMMC storage and microSD card slot
    • 14.0-inch FHD (1920 x 1080) TrueLife LED Backlight Touch IPS Display with EMR Pen Support (pen included)
    • 720p webcam
    • Two USB Type-C ports, one USB Type-A port, microphone/headphone jack
    • 802.11ac Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 4.2
    • 56 WHr battery and 45 Watt charger
    • Weight of 3.99 pounds

    About the only concern I’d have with the Dell is the 4 GB of memory, although unless you’re more of a power user, this should be fine. Given that I code on my Chromebooks, I’ve always felt the more RAM the better for my use case.

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    After spending 15 years in IT at Fortune 100 companies, Kevin turned a hobby into a career and began covering mobile technology in 2003. He writes daily on the industry and has co-hosted the weekly MobileTechRoundup podcast since 2006. His writing has appeared in print (The New York Times, PC Magazine and PC World) and he has been featured on NBC News in Philadelphia.

    2 Comments

    1. Will Latinette on

      What is WITH the 4GB of MEMORY?!
      Chromebooks are constrained with this inadequate amount.

    2. philcomments on

      Thanks for calling attention to this sale price on the Dell. Perhaps we should also note that this Dell has the best screen in the price range of the sale (see the Dell 7486 review on notebookcheck[dot]net for display details/measurements). I also like how strong the hinges are on this Dell (less screen wobble when typing, for instance). In addition, when compared to other chromebooks at or a little below this Dell sale price, the Dell seems either better or worth it. Thanks again for the post.