Gone are the days when all Chromebooks were chunky plastic ultraportables with 11in to 13in screens. Now they run the whole gamut of laptops, from slimline 2-in-1 convertibles and detachables to more powerful gaming Chromebooks with RGB lighting and 16in displays.
As with buying any laptop, then, you need to fix your requirements before you buy. Are you going to prioritise portability or focus on models that will be comfortable to work on all day long? Do you need features such as a touchscreen, ruggedisation or a more flexible form factor, or are these irrelevant in comparison to a great keyboard, a big screen and strong performance?
Working out your priorities will help you select the right Chromebook.
■ Go big or go small?
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