Dell Chromebook 13

A great Chromebook – but it can’t justify the price.

Solid, attractive hardware and design ; One of the best screens you can find on a Chromebook ; Outstanding battery life ; Great backlit keyboard and trackpad ; Excellent performance

Chrome OS isn't for everyone ; More expensive than most other Chromebooks

It's a good time to be in the market for a Chromebook. That's because laptops like Dell's newest model go a long way toward dispelling the notion that Chromebooks are cheap, compromised machines that don't have the hardware or software to cut it as...

Long 7-hour battery life ; Durable, classy-looking carbon fiber shell ; Good performance

Slender chassis means fewer ports

The Dell Chromebook 13's carbon-fiber shell and extra-long battery life fulfill a longstanding need for a professional-grade machine that’s portable, productive, and built with high-quality materials. For professionals and Chromebook aficionados, it’s...

Light, solid construction and excellent battery life. High-res screen is bright with great viewing angles. The variety of configurations means you can tailor the Dell to suit your needs

Extra 'business' features are useless if your business doesn't use them. High end models cost as much or more than more capable Windows notebooks

The Dell comes as close to the ideal Chromebook as anything I’ve tested. The catch is that you’ll pay for it. It’s probably best compared directly to the only Chromebook that’s more powerful and pricier—the Pixel. If you want a high-end Chromebook and...

Awesome battery life; Excellent build quality; Wonderful keyboard; Runs cool

Performance lags slightly; Pricey for a Chromebook

Solid construction, great battery life. Sleek design

A bit more expensive than most other Chromebooks

If you're looking for a Chromebook to use in a professional or business setting, you'll want to give the Dell Chromebook 13 a look for its sleek design, solid construction, and great battery life.

Excellent build quality ; All-day battery life ; Crisp, clear full HD display ; Loud stereo speakers

ChromeOS scaling can make some elements small ; Same performance can be had for less money ; A tad heavy

Great screen ; Glass trackpad, backlit keyboard ; Full-day battery life ; Lots of spec choices

A little heavy ; Mediocre speakers ; Higher models can get pricey ; Boring design

For anyone who wants to use a Chromebook on a regular basis, and values getting extra performance and hardware quality at an added price, Dell has made the Chromebook for you. It offers solid performance and a high-resolution display, while also...