HP Chromebook 14a (ne Series)

Updated on January 26, 2026

The HP Chromebook 14a (ne Series) is a 14-inch budget notebook built around the Intel Celeron N4500 and 4GB of soldered memory, with ChromeOS updates running through June 2033. Web browsing, Google Workspace documents, and streaming video run fine on it, while heavy tab counts alongside Android apps push against the memory. WiFi 6, Bluetooth 5.3, and a full-size HDMI port cover the wireless and display side, and the micro-edge screen fits a 14-inch panel into a compact body. The 1366x768 TN display is the clearest compromise, which leaves this an entry-level machine for students and casual users.

Pros and cons

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HP Chromebook 14a (ne Series) Comparison Chart

	HP Chromebook 14a (ne Series)
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Model number	14a-ne1013dx
Performance Rating	3.1
Chromebook Plus	No
Processor	Dual-core 1.10 Ghz (max 2.80 Ghz) Intel Celeron Processor N4500
RAM	4 GB
Internal Storage	64 GB eMMC
Screen Size	14"
Screen Resolution	1366x768
Screen Type	TN
Touch Screen	No
Stylus / Pen	No Stylus Support
Dimensions width x length x thickness	12.85 x 8.94 x 0.72 inches (326.39 x 227.08 x 18.29 mm)
Weight	3.35 lbs (1.52 kg)
Backlit Keyboard	No
Webcam	720p
WiFi	Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)
Bluetooth	Bluetooth 5.3
Ethernet	No
Cellular Modem	No
HDMI	Full-Size HDMI
USB Ports	2 USB 3, 1 USB-C 1x USB-C 3.1 with Power Delivery and DisplayPort 1.4, 2x USB-A 3.0
Thunderbolt Ports	No
Card Reader	No Card Reader
Battery	2 cell, 47Wh, Li-polymer
Battery Life	10 hours
Fanless	No
Auto Update Expiration Date	June, 2033

A textured plastic shell with full-size HDMI and WiFi 6

The chassis measures 12.85 x 8.94 x 0.72 inches and weighs 3.35 pounds, which is reasonable for a 14-inch notebook. HP used all-plastic construction with a textured finish that resists fingerprints and holds a grip, and the micro-edge design trims the side and top bezels so the panel fills more of the lid. Rigidity holds up during normal handling.

The Intel Celeron N4500 is a dual-core processor running at 1.1GHz with boost up to 2.8GHz, paired with Intel UHD Graphics and 4GB of soldered RAM. That combination covers web browsing across a handful of tabs, document editing in Google Workspace, and streaming video. The 64GB of eMMC storage holds ChromeOS and apps, so anyone keeping significant local files leans on Google Drive or external storage. Memory runs out before the processor does, and several Android apps open alongside browser tabs will slow things down.

WiFi 6 covers current networks and helps in congested wireless environments, and Bluetooth 5.3 handles peripherals and audio devices. The port set is one USB-C 3.1 port with Power Delivery and DisplayPort 1.4, two USB-A 3.0 ports, a full-size HDMI 1.4b output, and a headphone/microphone combo jack. The HDMI port connects a monitor or projector without an adapter. There is no Ethernet jack, so a wired connection means a USB Ethernet adapter on one of the USB-A ports.

Reviewer Insights

Chrome Unboxed: the keyboard and trackpad hold up in the plastic chassis

Chrome Unboxed reviewed a related HP Chromebook 14A model (N100 variant) that shares the same chassis and design language. The reviewer praised HP’s approach to the plastic construction: “If you’re going to go plastic, you know, get creative. Why not?” referring to the unique textured finish. The reviewer singled out the keyboard, noting “HP does a great job on keyboards… even on their more affordable keyboards of just having great feel, great clickiness.” He found the trackpad stayed smooth and responsive even in humid conditions.

“This is a 1366x768 TN panel… I don’t have a lot of love for panels like this,” the reviewer stated, noting the color washout at vertical viewing angles typical of TN technology. He called the upward-firing speakers decent, with better low-end response than he expected. The webcam impressed for its class, delivering better dynamic range and sharpness than expected from a 720p sensor. The reviewer characterized the HP Chromebook 14A line as offering “a good keyboard, a good trackpad, a good camera, decent internals” while cautioning buyers to wait for sales rather than paying full price.

Customer Reviews

Across 12 ratings on Amazon, the HP Chromebook 14a (ne Series) averages 4.2 stars, and the ratings split between 5-star and 1-star with nothing in between. A verified buyer named Christie Boyer wrote, “This Item has worked wonderfully and has met all my expectations. It is doing everything I needed it to do.. the battery life is great the speed is exceptional great value for the money I paid.” Charles S. and Donnie Harry, both verified, left brief 5-star notes, with Donnie Harry simply saying it is “saving battery.”

A verified buyer named hiedi gave it 1 star and wrote, “It doesn’t even have a camera! I need a laptop with a camera,” although every configuration on this page carries a 720p webcam, so that unit or that buyer’s expectation was the exception. Only a handful of written reviews exist so far, which makes this an early sample.

Read more owner reviews on Amazon.

An entry-level machine with a long update window

Buy this one if the work is web-based and a 14-inch screen with a well-reviewed keyboard is worth more than screen quality. The 4GB memory ceiling and the 1366x768 TN panel are both fixed at purchase, so anyone running many tabs at once or working from an angle should price a Chromebook Plus model instead. ChromeOS updates through June 2033 give it a long service life either way.

It fits students who live in Google Workspace and families adding a second machine for children’s schoolwork. The Chromebook Comparison Chart lines its specs up against other 14-inch models.

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