I want the Pixelbook Go with ARM processor, fanless, +12h battery life, great speakers+keyboard+touchpad combo that Google knows how to achieve and a 2K ish resolution screen with 16:10 aspect ratio. Like, what the Pixelbook Go was but improved, and what the MacBook Air 13/15 is but without going too crazy on build quality (Pixelbook Go was great).
I bought the unit based on your review. I love it. Further just 2 weeks ago I loved into lenovo to purchase and BAM on sale. Love your channel. Thank you.
There's a lot of competition in that $400-ish price range. And your video didn't convince me that this one is at (or near) the top of that pack. Sub $400? Maybe. But as long as it hovers around $400, I'm still shopping.
this review was really good to hear as this is the model i bought to replace my 13 yo dell xps. didnt know much about it except the specs and connectiviy ports. thank you
My Chromebook Duet 5 is still my go to device. I hope Lenovo hasn't given up on that form factor, and the OLED screen on it is only second behind my Asus Zenbook Pro Duo with it's 2x 4K OLED screens.
I want something super portable. My college Chromebook was the old Asus flip c100. Loved the portability and build of that laptop. Easy to use everywhere. Gimme 10-12 inches and super light with a good screen.
I loved my Flip c302 so much. I have yet to find anything that comes close to the way that machine felt. I replaced it with a Lenovo when it reached EOL and I'm still meh on it.
no need to apologize for doing Chromebook+ reviews, it is what it is. I like any news/updates on Chromebook. My aunt gave me her HP 14a, and it kinda changed my life in a way. I love Crostini. I'm looking at replacing my gigantic gaming PC with something very small, preferably ARM based, that I want to throw Chrome OS Flex on. Anyway, your channel got me into all this.
Why isn't there a sub 1kg Chromebook? Even this model is almost 3 lbs. I would love a slim, small, and lightweight clamshell Chromebook for on the go use but nobody seems to make one. Yes there are 10" Chrome tablets under 2 lbs but once you add the type-cover and kickstand, they get thick and heavy. Also, the kickstand/type-cover configuration doesn't work well on a lap. Seems like there would be a market for this type of Chromebook or is it just me?
You can get a 10.5" Chuwi Minbook X with an N100 chip that is 0.65" thick, weighs 0.899 kg but runs Windows 11. Why can't we have something similar in a Chromebook?
I also own this Chromebook before they re-branded it to "Chromebook Plus" on the lid. I agree with most with what was said in this short review. I use it alot for video streaming with its 1080p 300nit 100% sRGB touchscreen. It's color accurate screen definitely is the real winner here. Battery life is great, I get 9hrs-11hrs depending on my brightness levels. Backlit keyboard feels good to type on once you get used to them, but the keys don't go down as much as you think they would with how thick this "slim" chromebook is. 3.3lbs for a 14in device is alright I guess. The metal lid feels very nice, the plastic bottom is obviously less premium feeling but it does feel sturdy. Speakers are average. The included USB-C charger is very fast, I use it with my other usb-c devices now. But I will say its not the fastest Chromebook. Despite the "i3" name. The i3-N305 processer is not as fast as the older "i3" processors I am used to. Tabs get slow to load webpages and videos once I hit over a dozen chrometabs. A chromebook with the i3-1215u that released a year or more in the past is noticeably faster than this chromebook, but those will have worse batterylife. I only reccomened this Lenovo Slim 3i Chromebook Plus if you get it at a discounted price. $549 USD as it's listed price is insane, it gets discounted often on Lenovo's website though like around $375-$400 but even at that price BestBuy may have some i3-12gen or i5-12th gen models on sale 🤷♂
would the arm version be faster? how long are updates? I had a chromebook years ago and it seemed to slow with updates, is there a way to just install linux on it?
replaced my old chromebook with this Slim 3i. Did google change the sign in? I used to be able to click the quick settings and chose which log in I wanted to use. Now I have to sign in and out..can't I be signed into 2 accounts on the device and just switch back and forth? and NO, I don't want to add a 2nd user to the browser because settings "may" be synced between all accounts. It feels like Google wants to link all my Google accounts that I have for different purposes.
I have a 11.6 inch lenovo chromebook that i love, i only wish had more memory and discord/telgram had better connections at times. Other than those two shortcomings i do enjoy it. Im thinking upgrading it later this year.
Bought it and ended up returning it. I usually end up with a lot of open tabs and multiple browser windows. You can start noticing the sluggishness after a while
@@donnarobert411 I have an older Acer spin 713 Chromebook which works really well. I also bought a refurbished HP C1030 Enterprise from Best Buy which works fabulously. Note that for video calls Slim 3i has a better camera than the Spin 713 and HP C1030 but it isn't a dealbreaker for me since I rarely do video calls on non work laptops anyway.
From a looks perspective this is an enterprise device - it's solid, non stylish, throwable. I agree that with the Chromebook plus 'label' this is giving corporate buyers and SME buyers an easy choice to choose this Lenovo 3 , but for the daily consumer however I'm still a fan of the slimer devices - Pixelbook Go and Lenovo 3 duet 2k devices, Speakers of the late Pixelbook Go still outshine a lot of fancy B&O labelled devices and the sleek design of it are just stunning. The Lenovo Duet 3 2K's ability to span portable work needs in a mega sized IT server machine room for problem solving and then flipping it to a tablet in a meeting room at the blink of an eye are a surprise for onlookers.
I wish BestBuy would have had this when I bought my Flex 5i, the deck flex on the Flex 5i is annoying as the business and I want that rigidity. Also, something about that Slim 3i looks better aesthetically. All around +1
Yet another model without a 16GB version :( I'd really love to daily drive a Chomebook for web dev (Crostini is great for Linux apps!) but I need > 8GB.
I take it this is not fanless? N-series processors usually are, this one maybe could be but isn't here, correct? To me, that is the one thing that would have made this *much* more interesting. Having to resort to ARM and its limited Linux support just to get a fanless system is not a great option. I'd pass up on the "Plus" to get a fanless Intel-based Chromebook that could be a worthy a successor to the Pixelbook Go or ASUS CX5400. Still, this one seems nice enough for what it is.
Hello. Is it possible to connect two external monitors to this so that all three screens (including the Chromebook screen) can display different things (I.e no mirroring)?
So far, I have not found a Chromebook Plus laptop that excites me. Maybe, because all the models on offer in the UK have very lack lustre Intel and AMD Ryzen processors that the rest of industry does not want. I don't even understand why the Chromebook Plus branding is reserved for x64 processors. Many of the Arm processors with their NPUs, such as the MediaTek Kompania 1380 can do the blurred background etc stuff standing on their head. Judging by Google's latest Chrome OS 121 release, with Debian Bookworm now being the Linux default container, and poor code in the Bookworm Cros tools that trigger stack smashing and core dumps for aarch64 Chromebooks Mesa OpenGL drivers, I suspect Google has now lost interest with Arm Chromebooks. There is a short window of opportunity for Chromebook Plus, until Google inevitably lose interest in that too!
You’re so used to chromebooks what you refer to as high quality, slim, great, excelling, build quality, typing just isn’t a reflection of laptops in general. You refer to this as not missing on any features
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Lenovo = broken hinges. Don't waste your money on anything with Lenovo's name on it. Works great until the hinges stop moving and shatters the screen and the whole thing breaks in half.
this screen looks horrible in person. I don't care what this guy says it's terrible. It's both dim and blurry. Do not buy this something like the fire 11 has a better screen and it's $220..I'm not getting paid to sell you something. This screen is TRASH
The only slim book is Pixelbook Go, and we definite need its upgrade version
Got to see what asus is doing they have pretty slim devices similar to pixelbook
They need to revive the Pixelbook... Long live the Pixelbook!
I want the Pixelbook Go with ARM processor, fanless, +12h battery life, great speakers+keyboard+touchpad combo that Google knows how to achieve and a 2K ish resolution screen with 16:10 aspect ratio.
Like, what the Pixelbook Go was but improved, and what the MacBook Air 13/15 is but without going too crazy on build quality (Pixelbook Go was great).
I bought the unit based on your review. I love it. Further just 2 weeks ago I loved into lenovo to purchase and BAM on sale. Love your channel. Thank you.
There's a lot of competition in that $400-ish price range. And your video didn't convince me that this one is at (or near) the top of that pack. Sub $400? Maybe. But as long as it hovers around $400, I'm still shopping.
Pleased to hear. Let's hope Lenovo brings Duet 3 Chromebook Plus!
this review was really good to hear as this is the model i bought to replace my 13 yo dell xps. didnt know much about it except the specs and connectiviy ports. thank you
My Chromebook Duet 5 is still my go to device. I hope Lenovo hasn't given up on that form factor, and the OLED screen on it is only second behind my Asus Zenbook Pro Duo with it's 2x 4K OLED screens.
I want something super portable. My college Chromebook was the old Asus flip c100. Loved the portability and build of that laptop. Easy to use everywhere. Gimme 10-12 inches and super light with a good screen.
I loved my Flip c302 so much. I have yet to find anything that comes close to the way that machine felt. I replaced it with a Lenovo when it reached EOL and I'm still meh on it.
Wow, I still use both of these chromebooks. Definitely my favorites. Did yall ever find viable replacements for them?
no need to apologize for doing Chromebook+ reviews, it is what it is. I like any news/updates on Chromebook. My aunt gave me her HP 14a, and it kinda changed my life in a way. I love Crostini. I'm looking at replacing my gigantic gaming PC with something very small, preferably ARM based, that I want to throw Chrome OS Flex on. Anyway, your channel got me into all this.
Best time to plan for the weekend, like not like an emergency on Thursday -friday, I can catch a flight Friday, maybe even Thursday.
Why isn't there a sub 1kg Chromebook? Even this model is almost 3 lbs. I would love a slim, small, and lightweight clamshell Chromebook for on the go use but nobody seems to make one. Yes there are 10" Chrome tablets under 2 lbs but once you add the type-cover and kickstand, they get thick and heavy. Also, the kickstand/type-cover configuration doesn't work well on a lap. Seems like there would be a market for this type of Chromebook or is it just me?
Not just you. I've been wondering the same thing. Something on the order of a Dell XPS 13 would be perfect.
Blame Intel. Even their lowest powered chip requires so much cooling that you can't go as thin as you used to.
N100, N200 are fanless. And powerful enough, especially if light is what you want.@@baltmatrix
You can get a 10.5" Chuwi Minbook X with an N100 chip that is 0.65" thick, weighs 0.899 kg but runs Windows 11. Why can't we have something similar in a Chromebook?
@@MichelBasilieres-i5e I'm pleased with my Flex 31 (N100)
Bring the Pixelbook back! Let's go Chrome team, rally the troops - They will do it if we create the demand!
What demand? 2 out of a bunch of people that wants one? lol
@@estiennetaylor1260 You shut up
@@estiennetaylor1260 you shut up, long live the Pixelbook!
Yes agreed. Thank you for the content.
lenovo needs to learn how to look up the word "slim" in a dictionary.....the base is far from slim.
I like the Acer CB514 for its 16:10 (touch in my case) screen.
Lost me at 16:9, I just don't like it for web browsing.
I also own this Chromebook before they re-branded it to "Chromebook Plus" on the lid. I agree with most with what was said in this short review. I use it alot for video streaming with its 1080p 300nit 100% sRGB touchscreen. It's color accurate screen definitely is the real winner here. Battery life is great, I get 9hrs-11hrs depending on my brightness levels. Backlit keyboard feels good to type on once you get used to them, but the keys don't go down as much as you think they would with how thick this "slim" chromebook is. 3.3lbs for a 14in device is alright I guess. The metal lid feels very nice, the plastic bottom is obviously less premium feeling but it does feel sturdy. Speakers are average. The included USB-C charger is very fast, I use it with my other usb-c devices now. But I will say its not the fastest Chromebook.
Despite the "i3" name. The i3-N305 processer is not as fast as the older "i3" processors I am used to. Tabs get slow to load webpages and videos once I hit over a dozen chrometabs. A chromebook with the i3-1215u that released a year or more in the past is noticeably faster than this chromebook, but those will have worse batterylife. I only reccomened this Lenovo Slim 3i Chromebook Plus if you get it at a discounted price. $549 USD as it's listed price is insane, it gets discounted often on Lenovo's website though like around $375-$400 but even at that price BestBuy may have some i3-12gen or i5-12th gen models on sale 🤷♂
would the arm version be faster? how long are updates? I had a chromebook years ago and it seemed to slow with updates, is there a way to just install linux on it?
I got mine for $249.99 (plus tax) free ship
replaced my old chromebook with this Slim 3i. Did google change the sign in? I used to be able to click the quick settings and chose which log in I wanted to use. Now I have to sign in and out..can't I be signed into 2 accounts on the device and just switch back and forth? and NO, I don't want to add a 2nd user to the browser because settings "may" be synced between all accounts. It feels like Google wants to link all my Google accounts that I have for different purposes.
I have a 11.6 inch lenovo chromebook that i love, i only wish had more memory and discord/telgram had better connections at times. Other than those two shortcomings i do enjoy it. Im thinking upgrading it later this year.
Bought it and ended up returning it. I usually end up with a lot of open tabs and multiple browser windows. You can start noticing the sluggishness after a while
What did you replace it with as i have to work with lots of tabs open?
@@donnarobert411 I have an older Acer spin 713 Chromebook which works really well. I also bought a refurbished HP C1030 Enterprise from Best Buy which works fabulously.
Note that for video calls Slim 3i has a better camera than the Spin 713 and HP C1030 but it isn't a dealbreaker for me since I rarely do video calls on non work laptops anyway.
From a looks perspective this is an enterprise device - it's solid, non stylish, throwable. I agree that with the Chromebook plus 'label' this is giving corporate buyers and SME buyers an easy choice to choose this Lenovo 3 , but for the daily consumer however I'm still a fan of the slimer devices - Pixelbook Go and Lenovo 3 duet 2k devices, Speakers of the late Pixelbook Go still outshine a lot of fancy B&O labelled devices and the sleek design of it are just stunning. The Lenovo Duet 3 2K's ability to span portable work needs in a mega sized IT server machine room for problem solving and then flipping it to a tablet in a meeting room at the blink of an eye are a surprise for onlookers.
I wish BestBuy would have had this when I bought my Flex 5i, the deck flex on the Flex 5i is annoying as the business and I want that rigidity. Also, something about that Slim 3i looks better aesthetically. All around +1
Nice but what is Chromebook with more than 8 ram More RAM equals more speed one anything
yeah, i wish that 16Gb was a standard for these 'Plus' Chromebooks.
This is a genuine favorite of Robby's, and there's nothing else influencing that outcome.
Question is are any of these newer Chromebooks anywhere as good as the fantastic Pixelbook from a couple of years ago?!
Asus expertbook Chromebook and HP dragonfly pro Chromebook trying to be something close
They need to revive the Pixelbook... Long live the Pixelbook!
Yet another model without a 16GB version :(
I'd really love to daily drive a Chomebook for web dev (Crostini is great for Linux apps!) but I need > 8GB.
I really want a 17" CB+
Me likey the large displays
I can't seem to find this chromebook anywhere.
The screen is matte or glossy?
Una pregunta que diferencia hay entre este portátil y el Cromebook plus Lenovo Slim 3 ? Gracias
Did he mention the price?
We're are the Chromebook kompanio 1380 units at? I can't find any for sale?!? Are there any 17 inch Chromebooks with arm processors?
I take it this is not fanless? N-series processors usually are, this one maybe could be but isn't here, correct? To me, that is the one thing that would have made this *much* more interesting. Having to resort to ARM and its limited Linux support just to get a fanless system is not a great option. I'd pass up on the "Plus" to get a fanless Intel-based Chromebook that could be a worthy a successor to the Pixelbook Go or ASUS CX5400. Still, this one seems nice enough for what it is.
Bonjour quel chromebook plus est le meilleur ?
Hello. Is it possible to connect two external monitors to this so that all three screens (including the Chromebook screen) can display different things (I.e no mirroring)?
Waiting fir the expertbook cx54 review!
does it has fan noise ?
I still think the iflex 5 plus actually has a better screen, plus you're missing a usb c? To save .5 lbs just doesn't seem worth it.
Come on Lenovo, lets see an updated Duo 5 with Chromebook Plus level internals and a garaged stylus!
I'm literally begging.
I too want to get in on garaged stylus even if its not included, but at least a placeholder for it
There's galaxy tab s9 ultra that does more than any chromebook plus can ever do.
This or the Lenovo ThinkPad C14 i5 Chromebook for middle school daughter? The C14 is $100 more. Both 8GB but C14 is 256 SSD.
this one is on sale at $250 on lenovo website right now (if you were still looking)
Can you have a review of HP Chromebook Plus x360 Laptop 14ct-cd000
I can't find the slim 3i in Indianapolis.
So far, I have not found a Chromebook Plus laptop that excites me. Maybe, because all the models on offer in the UK have very lack lustre Intel and AMD Ryzen processors that the rest of industry does not want. I don't even understand why the Chromebook Plus branding is reserved for x64 processors. Many of the Arm processors with their NPUs, such as the MediaTek Kompania 1380 can do the blurred background etc stuff standing on their head. Judging by Google's latest Chrome OS 121 release, with Debian Bookworm now being the Linux default container, and poor code in the Bookworm Cros tools that trigger stack smashing and core dumps for aarch64 Chromebooks Mesa OpenGL drivers, I suspect Google has now lost interest with Arm Chromebooks. There is a short window of opportunity for Chromebook Plus, until Google inevitably lose interest in that too!
No USB C on both sides?
All the Acer Chromebooks I have used have a USB-C on each side. Very useful. USB-C is good for so many purposes.....
seems very similar to the
we'll likely have to wait fo ++
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16+ GB pasively cooled version is darn needed!!
You’re so used to chromebooks what you refer to as high quality, slim, great, excelling, build quality, typing just isn’t a reflection of laptops in general. You refer to this as not missing on any features
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Please be aware that there is also a 'Lenovo Slim 3 Chromebook', a much inferior laptop.
Lenovo = broken hinges. Don't waste your money on anything with Lenovo's name on it. Works great until the hinges stop moving and shatters the screen and the whole thing breaks in half.
@@App13_Tr3e I was very careful with it. Tried everything I could to baby it, but eventually just broke.
@@namiller01 man, that sounds rough
not like how i used rough in the first reply i mean like annoying that reply
huh, my first reply got deleted for some reason
Nah, it has a cooler. I'll stay with passive ones, thanks.
I personally feel pixelbook from Google itself looks the best in design and hardware but Google is goole !
They try out new thing and just stop !
This looks like utter trash..Bring us back an updated pixel book
They need to revive the Pixelbook... Long live the Pixelbook!
eMMC memory should be called out even if it is eMMC 5.1 - significantly slower than SSD
Overpriced
this screen looks horrible in person. I don't care what this guy says it's terrible. It's both dim and blurry. Do not buy this something like the fire 11 has a better screen and it's $220..I'm not getting paid to sell you something. This screen is TRASH
Thats exactly what I was thinking - the device is aimed at corporate buyers imho
First 🎉
4 minutes review... Smdh