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Samsung Galaxy Chromebook 2: i3-10110U, 13.3" 1080p QLED Touch, 128GB eMMC, 8GB RAM Expired

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Best Buy via eBay has Samsung Galaxy Chromebook 2 (XE530QDA-KA1US, Fiesta Red, 2021 Model) on sale for $299 (price shown in cart). Shipping is free.

Best Buy has Samsung Galaxy Chromebook 2 (XE530QDA-KA1US, Fiesta Red, 2021 Model) on sale for $299. Shipping is free.

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Specs
  • Intel Core i3-10110U Processor
  • 13.3" FHD QLED Display (1920 x 1080) with Touch Screen Panel
  • 128GB eMMC Storage
  • 8GB RAM
  • Intel UHD Graphics
  • Backlit Keyboard
  • Wi-Fi 6 802.11ax (2x2) + Bluetooth
  • Chrome OS
  • Ports:
    • 2x USB-C
    • 1x MicroSD Multi-media Card Reader
    • 1x Headphone out/Mic-in Combo
  • Weight: 2.71 lbs
  • 4-cell 5920 milliampere hours Li-ion Battery
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BestBuy.com offers the Samsung - Galaxy Chromebook 2 - 13.3" QLED Touch Screen - Intel Core i3 - 8GB Memory - 128GB eMMC - Fiesta Red [bestbuy.com] (Model XE530QDA-KA1US) for $299.00 with free shipping.

Features
  • Screen Type: QLED
  • Screen Size: 13.3 inches
  • Screen Resolution: 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
  • Touch Screen: Yes
  • Backlit Keyboard: Yes
  • Processor Model: Intel 10th Generation Core i3-10110U
  • Graphics: Intel UHD Graphics
  • Total Storage Capacity: 128 GB eMMC
  • System Memory (RAM): 8 GB LPDDR3
  • Display Connector(s): Display connection via USB port
  • 2-in-1 Design: Yes
  • USB Ports: 2 x USB-C
  • Wireless Networking Standard: Wi-Fi 6
  • Battery Life (up to): 13 hours
  • Battery Type: Lithium-ion
  • Battery Cells: 4-cell
  • Battery Capacity: 5920 mAh
  • Media Card Slot: microSD
  • Product Height: 0.55 inches
  • Product Width: 8.00 inches
  • Product Depth: 12 inches
  • Product Weight: 2.71 pounds
  • Manufacturer's Warranty: 1 year (parts & labor)

ChromeOS automatic updates until Jun 2030
Source: Auto Update policy [google.com]
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Per Google's website, this model will receive updates until June 2030.
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No, it is not. Chromebooks with 10th Gen Intel CPU do not meet the requirements for Chromebook Plus.
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Very normal, especially for models built around Core-series CPUs aka performance/P-cores.

As a note for those interested in switching a performance flag on this device, the Hyperthreading functionality will be turned off for security reasons [chromium.org] but can be enabled easily [google.com].

Good luck!
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CillySunt
03-05-2024 at 02:12 AM.
03-05-2024 at 02:12 AM.
Quote from bert90987 :
Where are people finding open box versions?

Look at the product page on the Best Buy site. They show up there when/if they become available.
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CillySunt
03-05-2024 at 02:17 AM.
03-05-2024 at 02:17 AM.
Quote from duijver :
How did you get Roblox to work properly on your device? I have the i5-10210 model and it's a slug there. My model has a 2k or 4k screen and it is amazing for reading or watching a movie.

btw, I paid $300 from Samsung like 3+ years ago. So, this feels like a lot for a 10th gen chip. The battery is still great though and I can get 4-8h out of it depending on what I am doing. Often, it feels like way more than that and can be if the screen brightness is lowered.

The touchpad has been pretty much broken for like 2 years though. So, YMMV as it seems others have found out. The touchscreen works fine for navigating around.

We didn't do anything really. Installed and done.
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namlook
03-05-2024 at 02:54 AM.
03-05-2024 at 02:54 AM.
$143 for open box is a good deal.
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eyeofthetiger87
03-05-2024 at 02:56 AM.

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03-05-2024 at 02:56 AM.
I this this one for $329 is a better deal, i3 13th gen, Chromebook Plus, also from Best Buy via Ebay https://www.ebay.com/itm/325936342382
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to.sandip
03-05-2024 at 03:33 AM.
03-05-2024 at 03:33 AM.
Any tradein options with this? Want to get rid of my old Chromebook
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03-05-2024 at 03:45 AM.
03-05-2024 at 03:45 AM.
Quote from Thomas911 :
Yes probably, I have the first gen with the 4k screen that only lasts 4 hours, gets hot, and has grounding issues with touchpad. POS built out of premium materials.
have to respectfully disagree here. this was a rare unicorn, 4k OLED screen, thin and light, i5 processor and came with 8gb/256gb at launch. The biggest problems like you said is the touchpad, it didn't affect all units. And battery issue, there are plenty of usb-c plugs at home.
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MtnXfreeride
03-05-2024 at 03:48 AM.
03-05-2024 at 03:48 AM.
Quote from eyeofthetiger87 :
I this this one for $329 is a better deal, i3 13th gen, Chromebook Plus, also from Best Buy via Ebay https://www.ebay.com/itm/325936342382
$267 open box excellent at best buy.
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Turncoatin
03-05-2024 at 04:40 AM.
03-05-2024 at 04:40 AM.
To echo many in this thread: Anyone buying this should research if this #2 model has touchpad issues like the first generation galaxy #1 model did. "Issues" is an understatement, I should say nightmare. I had to solder copper strips inside the Chromebook to get it partially working again. My first generation has storage issues as well where I have to open the Chromebook and wiggle the hard drive to get it to boot, though this is a much rarer problem than the touchpad nightmare.

To be clear, the problems I'm mentioning are not about the model for sale here, but rather its first edition, which is presumably a very similar build, though I don't have actual experience with it. Just something to consider and research. If my first edition didn't have the touchpad issues and the storage problem - then I would actually recommend it.
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JCMCP
03-05-2024 at 06:35 AM.
03-05-2024 at 06:35 AM.
Quote from g02139 :
have to respectfully disagree here. this was a rare unicorn, 4k OLED screen, thin and light, i5 processor and came with 8gb/256gb at launch. The biggest problems like you said is the touchpad, it didn't affect all units. And battery issue, there are plenty of usb-c plugs at home.
I have one of the first gens and I love it except for the trackpad issue. I thought it was just mine. Do you know if there is a way to fix the trackpad issue? A faulty ground sounds like a fixable issue. I have a soldering station and all.

EDIT: I was able to find the fix after a bit of searching. https://imgur.com/a/GDZayv9
Again, as others have said, this is for the first gen of this chromebook, not the one posted by OP (which is the second gen version).
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03-05-2024 at 06:42 AM.
03-05-2024 at 06:42 AM.
Quote from Turncoatin :
To echo many in this thread: Anyone buying this should research if this #2 model has touchpad issues like the first generation galaxy #1 model did. "Issues" is an understatement, I should say nightmare. I had to solder copper strips inside the Chromebook to get it partially working again. My first generation has storage issues as well where I have to open the Chromebook and wiggle the hard drive to get it to boot, though this is a much rarer problem than the touchpad nightmare.

To be clear, the problems I'm mentioning are not about the model for sale here, but rather its first edition, which is presumably a very similar build, though I don't have actual experience with it. Just something to consider and research. If my first edition didn't have the touchpad issues and the storage problem - then I would actually recommend it.
Any chance you took pictures of the repair and are willing to share so I can attempt to repair mine as well? Mine actually fixes itself after a reboot and letting it cool down but if I could fix it permanently I'd be so happy. I didn't realize this was a common problem that maybe others experienced. I have a soldering station and can probably fix it if I know what I am looking for.

EDIT: I was able to find the fix after a bit of searching. https://imgur.com/a/GDZayv9
Again, as others have said, this is for the first gen of this chromebook, not the one posted by OP (which is the second gen version).
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03-05-2024 at 06:44 AM.
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Buyer beware, the Galaxy Chromebooks were plagued with intermittent touchpad issues. I had to RMA mine twice before they finally gave me a refund.
I have a samsung chromebook and it has a warning there are no more software updates. That doesn't really bother me as much as it doesn't support my home wifi network. I bought Aruba AP22's and it can't connect.
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03-05-2024 at 07:21 AM.
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How does this perform running flatpak Linux apps?
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03-05-2024 at 08:07 AM.
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My son has this Chromebook and uses it daily for school. He gets around 7-9 hours of use before having to charge it. It also charges fairly quickly as well.
that's it? yikes! my MS Surface laptop gets about the same, and thats with me being on Teams meetings throughout the day. i would have expected the chromebooks to last way longer.
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03-05-2024 at 08:27 AM.
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$143 open box near me. I'll give it a shot.
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03-05-2024 at 08:32 AM.
03-05-2024 at 08:32 AM.
Quote from kemetblk :
My son has this Chromebook and uses it daily for school. He gets around 7-9 hours of use before having to charge it. It also charges fairly quickly as well.
Does he have the 530 or the 930. My daughter has the 930 and it gets much better battery life than the 530..they look identical
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