Buyer's Guide
Choosing a Chromebook can be confusing. There are dozens of models, and a variety of configuration options for most of them.
GalliumOS is supported on most Chromebook models (see Hardware Compatibility), but we've prepared this guide to help you choose the model that best fits your needs. Here are a few of our favorites, along with the specs that make them interesting.
Chromebooks
| Model | Hardware ID | CPU μArch | Display | RAM | Disk | Configurations (CPU, RAM/Disk) | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Acer Chromebook 15 (CB5-571) / C910 | YUNA | Broadwell | 15.6" 1920x1080 | soldered | SSD, upgradable | Celeron
|
• great performance • excellent display |
| Dell Chromebook 13 | LULU | Broadwell | 13.3" Non-Touch 13.3" Non-Touch 1920x1080 |
soldered | SSD, upgradable | Celeron Core i3 4GB/16GB 8GB/32GB |
• great performance • excellent display |
| Toshiba Chromebook 2 CB35 | GANDOF | Broadwell | 13.3" 1920x1080 | soldered | m.2 SSD, upgradable | Celeron Core i3 4GB/32GB 2GB/16GB |
Many manufacturers also sell refurbished models at significant discounts from MSRP. These should be as good as new, but generally have a much shorter 30-day warranty (typical retail warranty is 1-year).
SSD Upgrades
Many (not all) models have removable, upgradable SSDs.
Miscellaneous
Other items of interest. Low-profile USB drives, ...
- Fast SD cards: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00WWBCQEI
Disclosures
We have no relationships with any manufacturers or vendors that might influence our recommendations, or any content on this (or any other) page. Some links on this page are affiliate links. If you purchase a Chromebook by following an affiliate link, a tiny percentage of the sale price will go to the GalliumOS Project. Any funds so collected will be used in accordance with the purposes outlined on our Donations Page. Thank you for your patronage!
