Core i3 Archives

HP Elite Dragonfly Chromebook sale price drops to $869

Kevin C. TofelJuly 31, 2022July 31, 2022NewsChromebook Deals, Chromebooks, Core i3, HP Elite Dragonfly Chromebook, Intel 12th-genNo Comments

After seeing a $160 discount for a few a weeks, the current HP Elite Dragonfly Chromebook sale price is $869. That’s $280 off the MSRP.

12th gen Intel Chromebook spec showdown

Kevin C. TofelJuly 16, 2022August 15, 2022NewsAcer Chromebook Spin 714, ASUS Chromebook Flip CX5, Chromebooks, Core i3, Core i5, HP Elite Dragonfly Chromebook, Intel 12th-gen8 Comments

Four new 12th gen Intel Chromebook models are now available. This Chromebook spec showdown highlights what you’re getting for your money.

Asus Chromebook Flip CX5 with Intel 12th gen CPU available for $649

Kevin C. TofelJuly 9, 2022July 9, 2022News2022 Chromebooks, Asus, ASUS Chromebook Flip CX5, Asus Chromebook Flip CX5601, Chromebooks, Convertible Chromebook, Core i3, Intel 12th-gen, USI2 Comments

Add another Intel 12th gen Chromebook to your list of choices. The 2022 Asus Chromebook Flip CX5 is available for $649.

HP Chromebook x360 14c first impressions: Great build quality in a smallish high-performing package

Kevin C. TofelNovember 28, 2021November 28, 2021News, Opinion2-in-1s, Chromebooks, Convertible Chromebook, Core i3, HP Chromebook x360 14c, Intel 11th-gen, Intel Chromebooks, Lenovo Duet 5 Chromebook, Lenovo Flex 5i Chromebook2 Comments

I have the 2021 HP Chromebook x360 14c on loan to change and my first impressions are very favorable. This has an 11th-gen Intel Core i3, 8 GB of memory, 128 GB of SSD storage and 14-inch screen in a 13.3-inch chassis.

Deal: Core i3 HP Chromebook X360 14c is discounted by $200 to $429 (Updated)

Kevin C. TofelAugust 7, 2021August 7, 2021News1080p, 8 GB, Chromebook Deals, Chromebooks, Convertibles, Core i3, Deals, HP, HP Chromebook x360 14c, Intel 10th-gen1 Comment

When the HP Chromebook X360 14c with Core i3 and 8 GB of memory drops from its $629 price, it’s worth a look. You can pick one up for $429.

HP Chromebook x360 14c with 4-core 11th-gen Core i3, 8 GB of RAM now $539.99

Kevin C. TofelJuly 19, 2021July 19, 2021NewsAsus Chromebook Flip C536, Chrome OS, Chromebook Deals, Chromebooks, Convertible Chromebook, Core i3, HP, HP Chromebook x360 14c, Intel 11th-gen, Lenovo Flex 5 Chromebook1 Comment

Among the latest 11th-gen Intel Core i3 Chromebooks, most use a dual-core CPU. The HP Chromebook X360 14c has a quad-core i3 and is currently less than the competition at $539.99.

New Lenovo Flex 5 Chromebook with 11th-gen Core i3 launches at $549.99

Kevin C. TofelJuly 17, 2021July 17, 2021NewsChromebooks, Convertible Chromebook, Core i3, Intel 11th-gen, Lenovo, Lenovo Flex 5 ChromebookNo Comments

The Lenovo Flex 5i Chromebook was recently announced but the company hasn’t abandoned last year’s Flex 5 model. Costco has an updated Lenovo Flex 5 Chromebook for $549.99 with 11th-gen Core i3 and 8 GB of RAM.

MWC 2021: Lenovo Chromebook 5i and Flex 5i debut, look great on paper

Kevin C. TofelJune 24, 2021June 24, 2021NewsCeleron, Chromebooks, Core i3, Core i5, Intel 11th-gen, Intel Chromebooks, Lenovo, Lenovo Chromebook 5i, Lenovo Chromebook Flex 5, Lenovo Chromebook Flex 5i, MWC 2021, Pentium1 Comment

At MWC 2021, the new Lenovo Chromebook Flex 5i and 5i devices debuted. Starting at $439.99, these look to piggyback on the success of last year’s Flex 5.

HP Chromebook X360 14c sale drops $629 regular price to a discounted $529

Kevin C. TofelMay 16, 2021May 16, 2021News1080p, 2-in-1s, 8 GB, Chromebooks, Convertibles, Core i3, Deals, HP, HP Chromebook x360 14c, Intel 10th-gen1 Comment

There’s a $100 discount right now if you need a solid mid-ranger. The $529 HP Chromebook X360 14c sale price gets you a Core i5 with 8 GB of RAM.

Lenovo Flex 5 Chromebook with 8 GB RAM for $449.99

Kevin C. TofelApril 18, 2021April 18, 2021NewsConvertible Chromebook, Core i3, Costco, Deals, Intel 10th-gen, Lenovo Chromebook Flex 52 Comments

The base Lenovo Flex 5 Chromebook with a Celeron and 4 GB of RAM is a good value at $379.99. A Costco deal has the Lenovo Flex 5 Chromebook with 8 GB RAM for $449.99 bumping you up to a Core i3 and double the storage.

Did you miss the new Asus fanless Chromebox with 10th-gen Intel chips at CES 2021? (I did.)

Kevin C. TofelJanuary 18, 2021January 18, 2021News4K, Asus, Asus Fanless Chromebox, Celeron, CES 2021, Chromeboxes, Core i3, Core i7, Desktop, Intel 10th-genNo Comments

If I hadn’t just built a Windows gaming PC last summer, I’d consider this new Asus Fanless Chromebox that was quietly announced at CES 2021. A locked VESA mount solution and 10th-gen Intel chips are in every configuration.