Should I Buy a Laptop or Chromebook?

Chromebooks and laptops share many things in common, but the main difference is in what you can do with them.

• A Chromebook is a type of laptop that runs on Google’s Chrome operating system.
• Chromebooks are affordable, but lack flexibility when compared to Windows 10 laptops.
• A Chromebook is a good choice for students, who don’t need extensive programs.

Decide whether portability is everything for you

1. If you’re looking for a lightweight, easy-to-carry device, then a Chromebook might be the best choice for you.
2. Chromebooks are powered by Google’s Chrome OS, which is mainly a lightweight operating system.
3. Chromebooks also don’t support running Windows or Linux.
   
4. Chromebooks also don’t offer a lot of storage space.

Decide whether online storage is a must have

1. Decide how much RAM and storage space you need
   Decide whether you need integrated graphics
   Decide whether you need a 2-in-1 device
2. Decide if you need pen support
   
3. Decide if you need a touchscreen device
4. Decide if you need a microphone and webcam
5. Decide what kind of ports you need
6. Decide if you need Bluetooth
   
7. Decide if you need an SSD
8. Decide if you need a backlit keyboard
9. Decide if you need a touchscreen
10. Decide if you need fingerprint reader
    
11. Decide if you need an LTE modem
12. Decide if you need eSIM
13. Decide if you need a stylus
14. Decide if you need stylus support
15. Decide if you need long battery life
    
16. Decide if you need a backlit keyboard
17. Decide if you need a writable optical drive
18. Decide if you need an SD card reader

Decide if you need a laptop or a Chromebook

1. If you spend most of your time on a computer, a laptop will be the right choice for you.
2. If you’re looking for a device that’s lightweight and easy to take with you, a Chromebook might be the right option for you.
   

Decide if your laptop is dying

1. Consider all the pros and cons of the laptop.
2. Consider all your devices and the apps that you use.
3. Consider if your laptop is still working.
   
4. If the laptop is still working, consider if it is worth repairing it or buying a new one.

Decide if Chromebook portability is worth $200 less

1. Chromebooks are super portable, but you also don’t need one to do anything in Chrome OS.
2. It’s worth debating whether Chromebook portability is worth $200 less.