PCWorld thinks the Asus Chromebook Plus CX34 is the best all-around Chromebook. It’s got a solid Intel Core i5 processor, lots of ports, and handles everyday stuff really well. Basically, it’s a great pick if you want a reliable Chromebook without breaking the bank.
I tested the best Chromebooks of 2026. These are the ones I'd buyPCWorld's pick for best budget Chromebook is the Asus Chromebook CX15. With a spacious 15.6-inch 1080p display and roomy keyboard, this Chromebook is comfortable to use and its Intel Celeron N4500 processor is able to handle daily tasks. If you're after value, this Chromebook provides all the basics for less than $200.
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…Running on an Intel Core i5-14450HX processor and 32GB of RAM as well as a fast 1TB SSD, this tiny computer is ready to tackle your daily workload, streaming content, research…
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