HP Chromebook 11MK G9 EE

Note: This product has been discontinued and is no longer available for purchase.

The HP Chromebook 11MK G9 EE was HP’s budget education laptop, an 11.6-inch machine built around MediaTek’s MT8183 processor. It was aimed at K-12 districts, and it put battery life and durability ahead of raw performance so that a district could hand students a device able to survive daily classroom use. A military-grade durability rating and a spill-resistant keyboard covered the practical realities of putting hardware in young students’ hands.

HP Chromebook 11MK G9 EE Comparison Chart

	HP Chromebook 11MK G9 EE	HP Chromebook 11MK G9 EE
Price	List Price: $279.00 Amazon Prices: Check Price on Amazon	List Price: $240.00 Amazon Prices: Check Price on Amazon
Model number	349Y9UT#ABA	349Y8UT#ABA
Performance Rating	3.2	3.2
Chromebook Plus	No	No
Processor	Octa-core 2.00 Ghz (max 2.00 Ghz) MediaTek MT8183	Octa-core 2.00 Ghz (max 2.00 Ghz) MediaTek MT8183
RAM	4 GB	4 GB
Internal Storage	32 GB eMMC	32 GB eMMC
Screen Size	11.6"	11.6"
Screen Resolution	1366x768	1366x768
Screen Type	anti-glare, 220 nits	anti-glare, 220 nits
Touch Screen	Yes	No
Stylus / Pen	No Stylus Support	No Stylus Support
Dimensions width x length x thickness	11.61 x 8.08 x 0.74 inches (294.89 x 205.23 x 18.8 mm)	11.61 x 8.08 x 0.74 inches (294.89 x 205.23 x 18.8 mm)
Weight	2.95 lbs (1.34 kg)	2.95 lbs (1.34 kg)
Backlit Keyboard	No	No
Webcam	720p HD	720p HD
WiFi	802.11 a/b/g/n/ac (2x2)	802.11 a/b/g/n/ac (2x2)
Bluetooth	Bluetooth 4.2	Bluetooth 4.2
Ethernet	No	No
Cellular Modem	No	No
HDMI	No HDMI	No HDMI
USB Ports	1 USB 2.0, 1 USB-C (power delivery, data transfer, DisplayPort)	1 USB 2.0, 1 USB-C (power delivery, data transfer, DisplayPort)
Thunderbolt Ports	No	No
Card Reader	microSD Card Reader	microSD Card Reader
Battery	2 cell, 47 WHr, Li-ion	2 cell, 47 WHr, Li-ion
Battery Life	10.0 hours	10.0 hours
Fanless	Yes	Yes
Auto Update Expiration Date	June, 2030	June, 2030

A ruggedized 11.6-inch shell around an efficient ARM chip

Reinforced corners and edges met MIL-STD-810H military specifications, so the machine held up to drops, vibrations, and the general abuse student devices take. The spill-resistant keyboard added a second layer of protection, routing liquids away from internal components through drainage channels. At 0.74 inches thick and 2.95 pounds it was light enough for students to carry between classes, and the 11.61 x 8.08-inch footprint fit on crowded desks and in standard backpacks.

The screen measured 11.6 inches diagonally at 1366x768, clear enough for text work and educational content. An anti-glare coating and 220 nits of brightness kept it readable in classroom lighting, though not in bright sunlight. HP fitted a non-touch panel here, which held the price down and still suited web-based learning applications, Google Workspace documents, and educational software. The 720p HD webcam above the display handled distance-learning sessions and calls with teachers.

The MediaTek MT8183 is an eight-core ARM chip that trades computing muscle for power efficiency. That choice produced the 16-hour battery rating separating this model from the Intel-based machines in HP’s education lineup. The fanless thermal design removed the moving parts that fail first and kept the laptop silent for libraries and testing rooms. Browser-based applications, document editing, and educational games ran responsively on the MT8183; a heavy tab count or a demanding application could slow it down next to the Intel alternatives.

Reviewer Insights

Allen Ngo’s Analysis (NotebookCheck)

Allen Ngo at NotebookCheck highlighted HP’s strategic decision to offer the G9 Education Edition in both Intel and MediaTek variants, giving school districts meaningful choice based on their priorities. His analysis emphasized that “users who favor battery life will prefer the latter,” referring to the MediaTek version’s substantial advantage in unplugged runtime. Ngo noted that “the MediaTek version will last much longer on battery power at a claimed 16 hours,” positioning the 11MK G9 EE as the clear choice for schools where charging infrastructure was limited or where devices needed to survive full school days without access to power outlets. However, he acknowledged that this efficiency came with trade-offs in connectivity, as the MediaTek model included only half the USB ports available on Intel variants, making it harder to connect peripherals like a USB Ethernet adapter.

Kevin Tofel’s Perspective (About Chromebooks)

Kevin Tofel writing for About Chromebooks examined HP’s broader education strategy and how the 11MK G9 EE fit into it. He observed that “HP is offering all of the student models in both Intel and MediaTek flavors,” enabling “schools can better manage their budgets” by selecting the variant that best matched their requirements. Tofel specifically called out the connectivity compromises, noting that “you lose two USB ports and WiFi 6 networking” when choosing the MediaTek path. Nevertheless, he recognized the appeal for price-sensitive districts, particularly given the battery life and fast charging capabilities that allowed the device to reach 90% capacity in just 90 minutes using the included 45W USB-C charger.

Still a working school machine until June 2030

A district that deployed a fleet of these can keep them on Chrome OS updates until June 2030, and the rugged shell, the 16-hour battery, and the fanless design still fit that job.

The model is out of production, but units already in schools keep receiving Chrome OS updates until June 2030. Schools shopping now can find MediaTek-based education Chromebooks from HP and other manufacturers with comparable battery life and durability. The Chromebook Comparison Chart is a useful starting point for evaluating current options.

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