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Acer Chromebook 317 17.3 FHD IPS Touch Display N6000 8GB 64GB WiFi6 $299

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The Acer Chromebook 317 is back down to $299 at Best Buy [bestbuy.com].

Model: CB317-1HT-P5PF
  • Intel® N6000, 1.10 GHz, Quad-core
  • 17.3" Display Screen, IPS, Touchscreen, 1920 x 1080, 250 nits
  • 8 GB LPDDR4X
  • 64 GB eMMC
  • IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax
  • Number of USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A Ports: 2
  • Number of USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C Ports: 2
  • USB Type-C Port Supporting: USB 3.2 Gen 1 (up to 5 Gbps), DisplayPort over USB-C, USB charging 5/9/15/20 V; 3 A, DC-in port 20 V; 45 W
  • Keyboard Backlight
  • 5.29 lb
This isn't necessarily a radical discount relative to sub-$200 chromebook deals from the end of last year, but does represent a very good discount from the prior sale prices [chromeunboxed.com]. For those unfamiliar with the key features that drive this model into premium-ish chromebook territory, they include:
  • 17" 1080p resolution touch screen
  • N6000 4-core Jasper Lake (Atom-based) CPU
  • 8GB of RAM
Plenty of mainstream chromebooks still arrive with 4GB of RAM, which isn't a problem for day to day browsing in ChromeOS. 8GB does facilitate more advanced usage of a ChromeOS device, making it easier/possible to, for example, run more advanced applications in the Linux sandbox within ChromeOS.

Another premium feature is the CPU. Although still an Atom-based CPU, this is a 4-core Jasper Lake model. ChromeOS typically is a lightweight enough operating system to already work well with low-powered CPUs, but Jasper Lake delivered a new level of performance in the ChromeOS space [chromeunboxed.com] and this example is the best Jasper Lake you can buy in a chromebook.

Lastly, the screen features a number of valuable items, particularly for the chromebook space. 1080p resolution is considered ideal for media consumption. The touch screen ensures the best compatibility/usability with Android applications. And most notably the 17" screen size remains a "premium" size in the chromebook space that can command a higher price (contrast this with some commodity Windows laptops where the 15.6" or 17" models are sometimes the cheapest option).

This device could represent a solid buy for experienced shoppers looking for a step-up model with one or more of the aforementioned features.

Good luck!
Jon
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The Acer Chromebook 317 is back down to $299 at Best Buy [bestbuy.com].

Model: CB317-1HT-P5PF
  • Intel® N6000, 1.10 GHz, Quad-core
  • 17.3" Display Screen, IPS, Touchscreen, 1920 x 1080, 250 nits
  • 8 GB LPDDR4X
  • 64 GB eMMC
  • IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax
  • Number of USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A Ports: 2
  • Number of USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C Ports: 2
  • USB Type-C Port Supporting: USB 3.2 Gen 1 (up to 5 Gbps), DisplayPort over USB-C, USB charging 5/9/15/20 V; 3 A, DC-in port 20 V; 45 W
  • Keyboard Backlight
  • 5.29 lb
This isn't necessarily a radical discount relative to sub-$200 chromebook deals from the end of last year, but does represent a very good discount from the prior sale prices [chromeunboxed.com]. For those unfamiliar with the key features that drive this model into premium-ish chromebook territory, they include:
  • 17" 1080p resolution touch screen
  • N6000 4-core Jasper Lake (Atom-based) CPU
  • 8GB of RAM
Plenty of mainstream chromebooks still arrive with 4GB of RAM, which isn't a problem for day to day browsing in ChromeOS. 8GB does facilitate more advanced usage of a ChromeOS device, making it easier/possible to, for example, run more advanced applications in the Linux sandbox within ChromeOS.

Another premium feature is the CPU. Although still an Atom-based CPU, this is a 4-core Jasper Lake model. ChromeOS typically is a lightweight enough operating system to already work well with low-powered CPUs, but Jasper Lake delivered a new level of performance in the ChromeOS space [chromeunboxed.com] and this example is the best Jasper Lake you can buy in a chromebook.

Lastly, the screen features a number of valuable items, particularly for the chromebook space. 1080p resolution is considered ideal for media consumption. The touch screen ensures the best compatibility/usability with Android applications. And most notably the 17" screen size remains a "premium" size in the chromebook space that can command a higher price (contrast this with some commodity Windows laptops where the 15.6" or 17" models are sometimes the cheapest option).

This device could represent a solid buy for experienced shoppers looking for a step-up model with one or more of the aforementioned features.

Good luck!
Jon

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Model: Acer - Chromebook 317– 17.3” HD IPS Touch Display – Intel Pentium Silver N6000 Processor –8GB LPDDR4X – 64GB eMMC– WiFi6

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SteveA7911
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That is a problem and the Display Ports just 1. So no way to hook up a monitor easy. You can do it with an adapter but it is Gen 1 so it would be limited.

Seems at this price you could do better.

That said this would be fine if you do not use an external monitor or you could with an adapter just not 4K @ 60 hz. But then you would be paying for the adapter and it is not as easy.
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Deadpoole
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You just need a cheap docking station for usb-c to hdmi.

I have the N4500 version of this from last year. Surprisingly good performer and that's just a dual core. I like the screen a lot.

That's my favorite device for watching video content on. It also has no vents or fans in it, just a big heat sink. Not sure if that's the same on this device, but look for photos of the bottom.

That way you won't be covering the ventilation, because there isn't any, if you put it on a bed or couch.

That device was $150 from BestBuy in March of 2022. A lot cheaper than this one. Note that was at the end of a sale where they kept cutting the price and I kept getting credits via pricematch. I originally paid $199 for it. It's $279 from BB right now.

This also has 32 execution units on the igpu, compared to 16 on mine. It'll play buttery smooth 4k/hdr/60 videos without dropping a bunch of frames. Mine hardly drops any, so this will be a great media player.
Last edited by Deadpoole October 31, 2023 at 08:12 PM.
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leiff
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Sale is back new $300. open box good condition only $30 less is a joke, open box should be more than 10% off

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