The reason for this is multifold, but we like to keep things simple, so that’s exactly what we’ll do.

Why? Because there’s no such thing as a virus on Chrome OS. While Windows Defender has gotten pretty great at detecting viruses over the last few years, Chromebooks literally can’t be beaten in this regard. Hell, even $500+ Windows laptops with only 4 GB of RAM often struggle to do more than one or two things at a time.

I’m not sure if you’ve ever used a $300 Windows device before, but it’s … not a good time. This $300 Chrome OS device is a Chromebook and tablet in one, and despite only packing a MediaTek processor and just 4 GB of RAM, it takes a lot to bog this little guy down.Ĭhrome OS is just incredibly efficient on resources, so Chromebooks can get do more with lower-end hardware compared to Windows machines. Let’s take one of our new favorite Chromebooks for example: the Lenovo IdeaPad Duet. If there’s one huge argument in favor of Chromebooks, it’s always going to be price. Because you can get a very usable Chromebook for a fraction of the cost you’ll pay for a Windows laptop with the same level of performance. They’re More Affordable It’s a tablet and a laptop and only $300. And if you don’t need Photoshop (or Lightroom, etc.), then guess what?Ī Chromebook is probably a better choice for you than a Windows laptop. As I said earlier, the only real mainstay that’s missing for most users now is Photoshop. Things have come a long way in just the last year on that front.Īnd, those are the changes that are happening pretty damn regularly on Chrome OS. Now Stadia and GeForce Now both allow AAA titles to be played on Chrome OS. Then Android apps opened the door for more titles. Once upon a time, there weren’t really any games outside of basic browser titles available on Chrome OS. But with each passing day, those limitations are becoming fewer and fewer. Now, I already know what you’re thinking: “But Cam, I can’t on a Chromebook! They’re awful!” And, yeah, I would never argue that they’re not limited in certain areas compared to a more traditional laptop. In fact, there are several ways that Chromebooks are actually better than Windows laptops for many users. Despite all the growth they’ve made in the last few years, Chromebooks still get a bad rap or are often thought of as “just a browser.” That couldn’t be further from the truth, especially now.

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