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I’d pass on the new AMD Ryzen Chromebook at $549

Kevin C. TofelAugust 20, 2022August 20, 2022News, OpinionAcer Chromebook Spin 514, AMD, Chromebooks11 Comments

The new Acer Chromebook Spin 514 went on sale this week for $549. Here’s why I’d probably pass on this AMD Ryzen Chromebook.

Acer’s new AMD Chromebook comes in at $559.99

Kevin C. TofelAugust 16, 2022August 16, 2022NewsAcer, Acer Chromebook Spin 514, AMD, AMD Ryzen 5, Chromebooks5 Comments

In May, we heard news of an upcoming AMD Chromebook. Now we know, the new Acer Chromebook Spin 514 starts at $559.99. Here are the details.

2022 Acer Chromebook Spin 514 is powered by AMD Zen 3 chips

Kevin C. TofelMay 5, 2022May 5, 2022NewsAcer Chromebook Spin 514, AMD, Chromebooks4 Comments

The 2022 Acer Chromebook Spin 514 is powered by AMD Zen 3 chips offering a range of performance options, starting at $579.99

Steam Deck reviews tell you much about Steam gaming on Chromebooks

Kevin C. TofelFebruary 26, 2022February 26, 2022News, OpinionAMD, Chrome OS, Chromebooks, Gaming, Intel, Linux, Steam, Steam OS4 Comments

I read and watched a dozen Steam Deck reviews. Why? They can tell you how well Chromebooks and Steam will, or won’t, work.

The new AMD Ryzen 6000 chips would be great for Steam on Chromebooks

Kevin C. TofelJanuary 4, 2022January 4, 2022News, OpinionAMD, Borealis, Chrome OS, Chromebooks, Intel, Steam3 Comments

The new AMD Ryzen 6000 chips just dropped at CES and boy do I wish Google’s hardware partners consider using these. They’d be great for Steam gaming on Chromebooks.

Asus Chromebook Flip CM3200 and CM5500 available, $369 and $599

Kevin C. TofelMay 19, 2021May 19, 2021NewsAMD, Asus, Asus Chromebook Flip CM3000, ASUS Chromebook Flip CM3200, Asus Chromebook Flip CM5500, Chromebooks, Convertible Chromebook, Ryzen3 Comments

Been waiting since CES for the newest Asus devices? I found both the Asus Chromebook Flip CM3200 and CM5500 devices available to order.

Lenovo ThinkPad C13 Yoga Chromebook: First look

Kevin C. TofelFebruary 4, 2021February 4, 2021News1080p, 2-in-1s, AMD, Chromebooks, Convertibles, Enterprise, Lenovo, Lenovo ThinkPad C13 Yoga Chromebook, Ryzen 5 Pro 3500C, USI5 Comments

After a solid 2020 with low priced Chromebooks and a Chrome OS tablet, Lenovo starts 2021 with something at the higher end. Here’s a first look at the Lenovo ThinkPad C13 Yoga Chromebook.

Asus makes the biggest CES 2021 splash with three new Chromebooks: CM5, CX9, and Flip C536

Kevin C. TofelJanuary 16, 2021January 16, 2021NewsAMD, Asus, Asus Chromebook CM5, Asus Chromebook CX9, Asus Chromebook Flip C536, CES 2021, Chromebooks, Clamshell, Convertibles, Core i3, Core i5, Core i7, Intel 11th-gen, Ryzen, USI3 Comments

Asus held its CES 2021 news back until the final day of the show, announcing a trio of new Chromebooks. Two are large 15.6-inch clamshells, while one is a 14-inch convertible. You can choose between Intel 11th gen chips among two while an AMD Ryzen powers another.

CES 2021: Acer Chromebook Spin 514 line is powered by AMD Ryzen processors

Kevin C. TofelJanuary 7, 2021May 5, 2022News1080p, Acer, Acer Chromebook Spin 514, AMD, CES 2021, Chromebooks, Convertibles, Ryzen2 Comments

Acer is the latest to use AMD Ryzen processors in its new Chromebooks. The Acer Chromebook Spin 514 lineup with 14-inch 1080p touchscreen starts at $479.99 and goes on sale next month in North America.

All the great Apple Silicon M1 device reviews make me wish for Chromebooks with Google-made chips

Kevin C. TofelNovember 17, 2020November 17, 2020News, OpinionAMD, Apple, ARM, Chrome OS, Chromebooks, Google, Intel, M1, Qualcomm, Samsung, x38618 Comments

All of these glowing Apple Silicon M1 device reviews have me thinking it’s time for Google to design a similar, modern chipset for Chromebooks. After all, doesn’t the “modern OS” deserve it?

Need a Chromebook for elementary school remote learning? Consider this one on sale for $149.99

Kevin C. TofelOctober 19, 2020October 19, 2020NewsAMD, Chromebooks, Deals, Education, Lenovo, Lenovo Chromebook 3No Comments

Can’t find a Chromebook for your student’s remote learning? If you’re looking to enable an elementary school learner, the Lenovo Chromebook 11, on sale for $149.99, is worth the look.