Samsung Galaxy Chromebook 2

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The Samsung Galaxy Chromebook 2 is a 2-in-1 Chromebook featuring a sleek design, sturdy construction, and improved battery life compared to its predecessor. It comes in two configurations, starting at $550, and offers solid performance, making it a top choice among budget laptops and student Chromebooks.

Pros

  • Bright QLED display
  • Attractive design
  • Good build quality
  • Improved battery life

Cons

  • Lacks some features of its predecessor
  • Base model has limited performance
  • eMMC storage
  • No fingerprint reader

The Galaxy Chromebook 2 has a 13.3-inch Full HD QLED touchscreen with rich colors and wide viewing angles. It is available in a vibrant Fiesta Red hue and features an aluminum lid. Weighing around 2.7 pounds, it offers a visually striking design with Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.0, and a comfortable keyboard with a standard Chromebook layout.

The base model comes with an Intel Celeron 5205U processor, 4GB of RAM, and 64GB of eMMC flash storage. A higher-end model is available for $699, featuring a 10th Generation Intel Core i3 CPU, 8GB of memory, and 128GB of storage. The device lacks some features found in more expensive devices, such as an S Pen stylus (although it is USI pen compatible), privacy shutter for the webcam, and a fingerprint reader.

Users have praised the build quality, keyboard, and display of the Galaxy Chromebook 2. However, some have experienced issues with battery life, and the device's performance may be limited depending on the configuration. Overall, the Samsung Galaxy Chromebook 2 offers an attractive and affordable option for those who prioritize design and display quality, but with some compromises in terms of performance and features.

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Price

List Price: $549.00

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List Price: $549.00

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List Price: $699.00

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List Price: $699.99

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Model number‎XE530QDA-KA2US‎XE530QDA-KB2US‎XE530QDA-KA1USXE530QDA-KB1US
Perfomance Rating3.13.15.55.5
Chromebook PlusNoNoNoNo
ProcessorDual-core 1.90 Ghz
Intel Celeron Processor 5205U
Dual-core 1.90 Ghz
Intel Celeron Processor 5205U
Dual-core 2.10 Ghz (max 4.10 Ghz)
Intel Core i3-10110U Processor
Dual-core 2.10 Ghz (max 4.10 Ghz)
Intel Core i3-10110U Processor
RAM4 GB4 GB8 GB8 GB
Internal Storage64 GB eMMC64 GB eMMC128 GB eMMC128 GB eMMC
Screen Size13.3"13.3"13.3"13.3"
Screen Resolution1920x10801920x10801920x10801920x1080
Screen TypeFHD QLEDFHD QLEDFHD QLEDFHD QLED
Touch ScreenYesYesYesYes
Stylus / PenUSI pen compatibleUSI pen compatibleUSI pen compatibleUSI pen compatible
Dimensions
width x length x thickness
12 x 8.0 x 0.55 inches
(304.8 x 203.2 x 13.97 mm)
12 x 8.0 x 0.55 inches
(304.8 x 203.2 x 13.97 mm)
12 x 8.0 x 0.55 inches
(304.8 x 203.2 x 13.97 mm)
12 x 8.0 x 0.55 inches
(304.8 x 203.2 x 13.97 mm)
Weight2.71 lbs (1.23 kg)2.71 lbs (1.23 kg)2.71 lbs (1.23 kg)2.71 lbs (1.23 kg)
Backlit KeyboardYesYesYesYes
Webcam1MP1MP1MP1MP
WiFiWi-Fi 6 (Gig+), 802.11ax 2x2Wi-Fi 6 (Gig+), 802.11ax 2x2Wi-Fi 6 (Gig+), 802.11ax 2x2Wi-Fi 6 (Gig+), 802.11ax 2x2
Bluetooth5.05.05.05.0
EthernetNoNoNoNo
Cellular ModemNoNoNoNo
HDMI------------
USB Ports2 USB-C
(4K display out with optional adapter, charging)
2 USB-C
(4K display out with optional adapter, charging)
2 USB-C
(4K display out with optional adapter, charging)
2 USB-C
(4K display out with optional adapter, charging)
Thunderbolt PortsNoNoNoNo
Card ReadermicroSD Card ReadermicroSD Card ReadermicroSD Card ReadermicroSD Card Reader
Battery4 cell, 5920mAh, Lithium-ion4 cell, 5920mAh, Lithium-ion4 cell, 5920mAh, Lithium-ion4 cell, 5920mAh, Lithium-ion
Battery Life13.0 hours13.0 hours13.0 hours13.0 hours
FanlessNoNoNoNo
Auto Update
Expiration Date
May, 2028May, 2028May, 2028May, 2028