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Suggestions for chromebook under $400 with 16GB RAM
May 5, 2025 at
06:54 AM
Would anyone have suggestions for a 14" or larger Chromebook with 16GB RAM for under $400? My daughter's 9 year old MacBook died, and she can't afford to get a new one, so she's thinking a Chromebook could work for a few years until she can get back into an Apple.
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Then install Chrome OS to turn it into a chromebook if needed https://www.howtogeek.c
Aim for an 8th gen i5 processor or better and it will support Windows 11.
So many of the actual chromebooks have super low end CPUs (equivalent to a 10 yr old decent laptop), terrible screens, and super flimsy plastic / hinges.
A business class refurb is the way to go. Upgrade the ram if needed / possible (check specs, not upgradable on some)
https://www.amazon.com/s?k=chrome...Ca
Note that not all of those are 16GB.
To be honest with you, not sure how much benefit you really get on a Chromebook going from 8GB to 16GB...