More than half of the Chromebooks in our catalog ship with a touchscreen. The top-rated pick is the Acer Chromebook Spin 714, a 5-star convertible that pairs its touch panel with a 1920x1200 display and AUE through June 2032. If you want a detachable tablet/laptop hybrid under $350, the Lenovo Chromebook Duet 11” (Gen 9) is the editorial favorite for students and kids (it also tops our best Chromebooks for kids list), with software support all the way to 2034. Buyers at the high end who want an OLED touch display should look at the Lenovo Chromebook Plus 14” OLED with AUE through June 2035. The full touchscreen list below is filtered from 240+ Chromebooks we track; these top picks reflect Starry Hope editorial ratings of 4.5 stars or higher and AUE dates extending well past the typical ownership window.
Touch-Enabled Chromebook Models by Manufacturer
Every model listed has a touch panel that supports multi-touch gestures.
Showing 59 Chromebooks with touchscreens
ASUS (16)
ASUS Chromebook CM14 Flip
ASUS Chromebook CM30 Detachable
ASUS Chromebook CM32 Detachable
ASUS Chromebook CX9
ASUS Chromebook Detachable CM3 (CM3000)
ASUS Chromebook Flip C214
ASUS Chromebook Flip C433
ASUS Chromebook Flip C434
ASUS Chromebook Flip CM5 (CM5500)
ASUS Chromebook Flip CR1
ASUS Chromebook Flip CX1 (CX1400)
ASUS Chromebook Flip CX1 (Touchscreen)
ASUS Chromebook Flip CX5 (CX5400)
ASUS Chromebook Flip CX5 (CX5601)
ASUS Chromebook Plus CM34 Flip (CM3401)
ASUS Chromebook Vibe CX34 Flip
Acer (17)
Acer Chromebook 15
Acer Chromebook 311
Acer Chromebook 514
Acer Chromebook Plus 514
Acer Chromebook Plus 515
Acer Chromebook Plus Spin 514 (CP514-4HN)
Acer Chromebook Plus Spin 714
Acer Chromebook Spin 11 CP311
Acer Chromebook Spin 311
Acer Chromebook Spin 311
Acer Chromebook Spin 312
Acer Chromebook Spin 314
Acer Chromebook Spin 314 (2024)
Acer Chromebook Spin 513
Acer Chromebook Spin 713
Acer Chromebook Spin 714
Acer Chromebook Vero 514
HP (6)
Lenovo (15)
Lenovo 14e Chromebook (Gen 3)
Lenovo 300e Yoga Chromebook Gen 4
Lenovo 500e Yoga Chromebook (Gen 4)
Lenovo Chromebook Duet
Lenovo Chromebook Duet 11" (2024)
Lenovo Chromebook Duet 5
Lenovo Chromebook Plus 14" OLED
Lenovo Chromebook Plus 2-in-1 14
Lenovo Flex 3 Chromebook
Lenovo Flex 3i Chromebook 12.2"
Lenovo Flex 5 Chromebook
Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3i Chromebook 15.6"
Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5i
Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5i Chromebook Plus
Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 Chromebook
Touch Is Worth the Premium for Most Buyers
Touch input is faster for certain tasks. Scrolling through long documents, tapping links, dragging files between folders, and navigating menus all feel quicker when you can just reach out and touch the screen. Android apps from the Google Play Store also feel more natural with touch input, since most of them were designed for phones and tablets in the first place.
On the other hand, touchscreen panels add cost. A comparable Chromebook without one will typically run a bit cheaper, and you might prefer to put that budget toward more RAM or a better processor. Touchscreens can also add a small amount of weight and may be slightly more reflective due to the digitizer layer, though modern panels manage glare better than they used to. Battery life can take a minor hit as well, since the touch digitizer draws a small amount of power even when you’re not actively using it.
For most people, the convenience outweighs the downsides. If you have ever found yourself instinctively reaching out to tap your laptop screen, a touchscreen Chromebook is worth the modest premium. If you mostly type documents and rarely open Android apps, you might be perfectly happy without one.
Drawing and Note-Taking Need a USI Stylus
Many touchscreen Chromebooks support active stylus pens. Models that support USI (Universal Stylus Initiative) pens offer pressure sensitivity and palm rejection, which makes them useful for drawing and marking up documents. Newer USI 2.0 pens add improved tilt detection for more natural drawing and shading. If you plan to draw or take handwritten notes regularly, look for a Chromebook that specifically lists USI stylus support rather than relying on basic capacitive touch alone.
A touchscreen Chromebook paired with a stylus lets you write directly on PDFs, annotate slides during lectures, or jot down ideas in apps like Google Keep and Cursive.
Tablet Mode and Entertainment
Convertible Chromebooks with touchscreens can fold all the way back into tablet mode for watching videos, reading ebooks, or casual browsing from the couch. Tent mode (prop the Chromebook up like an inverted V) works well for watching content on a kitchen counter or airplane tray table. Touch input makes these positions practical in ways a trackpad cannot.
Easier Than a Trackpad for Kids and for Users With Motor Difficulties
Educational apps designed for touch interaction make learning more engaging for younger users, and the durability of modern Chromebook screens holds up well to the enthusiastic tapping of small fingers.
For users with motor difficulties that make trackpad navigation challenging, touchscreens provide an alternative input method that can be easier to control. Chrome OS includes built-in accessibility features like touch-based magnification and on-screen keyboards that work together with the touchscreen to make the device more usable.
Convertible vs Clamshell Form Factors
Clamshell Touchscreens
A clamshell Chromebook with a touchscreen looks and functions like a traditional laptop, but you can reach up and tap the screen when it’s convenient. This is the simplest approach to touch: the screen stays in its normal position, and you switch between keyboard and touch input as needed. Clamshell models tend to be lighter and more affordable than convertibles, though you miss out on tablet and tent modes.
Convertible (2-in-1) Chromebooks
Convertible Chromebooks have a 360-degree hinge that lets you fold the keyboard behind the screen. The hinge adds three positions beyond standard laptop mode. In tablet mode, you hold the device like a tablet for reading, drawing, or casual browsing. Tent mode props the device up for hands-free viewing. Presentation mode faces the screen outward while the keyboard sits flat underneath. These extra positions make convertibles more versatile, but the hinge mechanism adds weight and cost compared to a standard clamshell.
Clamshell for Desk Work, Convertible for Drawing and Reading
If you mostly work at a desk and just want the option to tap the screen occasionally, a clamshell with a touchscreen is the simpler and typically cheaper choice. If you plan to use your Chromebook for drawing, reading in bed, following recipes in the kitchen, or sharing your screen during presentations, a convertible gives you more flexibility. The extra weight and cost are justified if you’ll actually use those alternate positions.
How to Check if Your Chromebook Has a Touchscreen
There are three ways to check.
- Tap the screen while the Chromebook is on. Open a web page and try tapping a link. If the link activates, you have a touchscreen. Try scrolling by swiping up or down on the page. If the page scrolls under your finger, touch is working.
- Read the system page. Open Chrome and type
chrome://systemin the address bar, then search for “touch” in the system information page. If your device has a touchscreen, you will see touch-related entries in the hardware details. - Look up the model number against the manufacturer’s specifications on their website. The model page will list whether the display supports touch input. The directory above lists which models are touch-enabled.
Tips for Using Your Touchscreen
Keeping the Screen Clean and Protected
Touching the display all day leaves fingerprints. Keep a microfiber cloth handy and wipe the screen regularly. Avoid using paper towels or rough fabrics that can scratch the coating. A small spray bottle with a 50/50 mix of distilled water and isopropyl alcohol works well for stubborn smudges; spray it on the cloth, not directly on the screen.
If you use your touchscreen heavily, especially with a stylus, a screen protector can prevent micro-scratches and reduce fingerprint buildup. Matte screen protectors also cut down on glare, which is helpful if you work near windows or outdoors. Just make sure to choose a protector designed for touch-enabled displays so it doesn’t interfere with sensitivity.
Four Chrome OS Touch Gestures Worth Learning
- Swipe up from the bottom of the screen to see your app shelf.
- Swipe down from the top to see notifications.
- Pinch with two fingers to zoom in and out on web pages, images, and maps.
- Long-press an item to access its context menu.
Palm Rejection and Turning Touch Off
Modern Chromebooks with touchscreens include palm rejection, which prevents accidental input when your hand rests on the screen while typing or using a stylus. If you find that palm rejection isn’t working well, check that your Chrome OS is up to date, as improvements to touch handling arrive regularly through system updates. If palm rejection is not enough, you can disable the touchscreen entirely by enabling the debugging keyboard shortcuts flag at chrome://flags/#ash-debug-shortcuts and then pressing Search+Shift+T to toggle touch on or off.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can touchscreen Chromebooks use a stylus?
Many touchscreen Chromebooks support stylus input, but not all of them do. Basic capacitive touchscreens respond to finger touches and inexpensive capacitive styluses, but they lack pressure sensitivity and palm rejection. For precise drawing and writing, look for Chromebooks that support USI (Universal Stylus Initiative) pens, which add pressure sensitivity and proper palm rejection. The product listing for each Chromebook should specify whether it includes USI stylus support.
Does a touchscreen drain the battery faster?
A touchscreen does consume slightly more power than a non-touch display because the digitizer layer is always active, listening for input. However, the difference is modest on modern Chromebooks: typically reducing battery life by 15 to 30 minutes compared to an otherwise identical non-touch model.
Are touchscreen Chromebooks more expensive?
Touchscreen Chromebooks generally cost more than comparable non-touch models, but the gap has narrowed over the years. Many Chromebooks in the $350 to $500 range now include touchscreens as standard. Convertible models with 360-degree hinges tend to carry a larger premium than clamshell devices with simple touch panels. If budget is tight, you can find capable touchscreen Chromebooks without spending significantly more than you would on a non-touch device.
Can I turn off the touchscreen on my Chromebook?
Yes, though the process is not as simple as flipping a switch in Settings. Most Chromebooks do not have a native touchscreen toggle in the Settings menu. The most reliable method is to enable the debugging keyboard shortcuts flag by visiting chrome://flags/#ash-debug-shortcuts in your browser, enabling the flag, and restarting. After that, you can press Search+Shift+T to toggle the touchscreen on or off. This is useful when you want to clean the screen without triggering accidental touches, or if you prefer a trackpad-only experience for certain tasks.
Do touchscreen Chromebooks work with gloves?
Standard capacitive touchscreens on Chromebooks require direct skin contact to register touches, so regular gloves won’t work. Some models offer a glove mode or high-sensitivity touch setting that increases the screen’s responsiveness enough to detect touches through thin gloves, but this feature is not common on Chromebooks. If you need to use your device with gloves, a capacitive stylus is a reliable workaround.
Narrow the List by Manufacturer or Backlit Keyboard
The directory above is the manufacturer filter. If low-light typing matters as much as touch, our list of Chromebooks with backlit keyboards is the second filter worth applying.
