'I'm a tech writer, and these are my 6 recommended Chromebook deals for Cyber Monday'
Chromebooks are laptops equipped with Google apps and the Chrome operating system, built by laptop brands including Acer, ASUS and Lenovo.
As a tech writer, I’ve used several Chromebook models. They’re among the best budget laptops for professionals or students who need to take their work on the go, as they’re straightforward and highly portable.
And because Chromebooks are pre-loaded with Google software, you can instantly get started with popular apps like Google Docs, Sheets, Drive, Gmail and the Chrome browser.
A key advantage to Chromebooks is that these laptops usually come at a very affordable price (although you’ll pay a premium for higher-spec Chromebook Plus models). This Black Friday brought some excellent deals on Chromebooks, so these laptops are even more accessible than usual till the end of Cyber Monday.
I’ve rounded up the best live Chromebook deals below, so you can cut the cost of your new laptop or get a better Chromebook for your budget.
Best Black Friday & Cyber Monday 2024 Chromebook deals
ASUS Chromebook 14 CX1400CKA
If you're looking for the perfect Chromebook for a young person to take to school, the ASUS Chromebook 14 CX1400CKA would be a great pick. It has a super-simple design and keyboard layout, and looks pretty swanky too.
In one of the best Chromebook deals of Black Friday and Cyber Monday 2024, this 14" ASUS model has been discounted by 44% to £129.
Acer Chromebook 314 CB314E
With an outstanding 41% discount for Black Friday and Cyber Monday, this Acer Chromebook is available for just £149.99.
This model would be a great pick for busy students, with up to 10-and-a-half hours of battery life to keep the laptop powered through an action-packed day.
There's a good selection of ports including USB-C, MicroSD, 3.5mm and USB 3.0 connections, so you can plug in most of your everyday devices.
Acer Spin 311 CP311-3H 11.6" Chromebook
Need a Chromebook with a touchscreen? This compact ASUS Spin 311 model has two orientations, so you can either use it as a tablet-style computer or more traditionally as a laptop. With 31% off the list price, it now costs a very reasonable £198.
This would make a great tablet alternative for users who sometimes need added typing capability.
Lenovo 15.6" IdeaPad Flex 3 Chromebook
AO has an outstanding Black Friday and Cyber Monday deal on this powerful touchscreen Lenovo Chromebook. At £279, it has £170 off the RRP.
The IdeaPad Flex 3 has a really generous 15.6" screen size, which could make it a suitable professional tool for graphic design and image editing. There's 8GB of RAM to power your Google apps through the day.
Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 Chromebook
Suitable for students and professionals, the IdeaPad Slim 3 combines a smart, slimline design with comprehensive Chrome functionality.
This model features a camera privacy shutter (as well as the standard Google Security Chip H1), so there's a decent level of added security to keep you and your work safe.
With 40% off in the Black Friday and Cyber Monday sale, it's an excellent buy that'll give you a slight performance upgrade over the average entry-level Chromebook.
ASUS Chromebook Plus CX3402CBA 14.0"
Chromebook Plus laptops give you higher performance specs than most standard Chromebooks, so they're the best choice for professionals or users who need added processing power.
This ASUS model features 8GB RAM and 128GB of SSD storage, both of which are double what you'd get with most Chromebooks.
Currently at £244.99, thanks to a 39% reduction, this model would be our pick for buyers who need a really good Chromebook for longer-term use.
When are Chromebook Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals live?
Chromebook deals have been available throughout the Black Friday 2024 period, with some offers continuing into Cyber Monday (2 December) and beyond.
The duration of offers is likely to vary between retailers, so it's worth checking sites like Amazon, AO and Currys for offers, right up until Christmas.
Are Chromebooks good laptops?
Like any type of laptop, Chromebooks vary in quality from one model to the next (and we've taken care to include only highly rated options above).
Most Chromebooks are relatively affordable and have performance that's suitable for students or lighter professional users. If you need a powerful work laptop you'll probably benefit from shopping further up-market, but many users find their Chromebook perfectly matched to their requirements.
Do bear in mind that Chromebooks work best with Google software like the Chrome browser, Gmail and Google Docs, so they are best suited to users who'll thrive within Google's digital ecosystem.
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