

On our theoretical benchmarks, the Flex 3 performs about as expected for an entry to midrange Chromebook. I don't see this being a drawback unless you plan to connect an external display, since the Flex 3’s screen isn't really large enough to accommodate that many tabs comfortably in any case. ( See how we test laptops and Chromebooks.) Really, the only difference I experienced in casual testing between the Flex 3 and the Core i7-powered Pixelbook was occasional sluggishness from the Flex 3 with more than a dozen browser tabs open. The system also boots up quickly, in 10 seconds or less. In addition to the 64GB of flash storage, they include an Intel Celeron N4020 processor with integrated UHD Graphics 600 and 4GB of system memory.Ĭhromebooks don't need a ton of computing horsepower, since there are very few resource-intensive apps available for Chrome OS. Inside, the Flex 3 is available with just one set of computing components, and they’re pretty much exactly what we expect from a Chromebook at this price point. Testing the Flex 3: Average Chromebook Performance Lenovo supports the Flex 3 Chromebook with its standard one-year consumer-laptop warranty for parts and labor. Google has made significant changes in the past few years to make the Chrome operating system work better with touch screens in tablets and 2-in-1s, making the added versatility of the Flex 3 well worth it for some buyers. It can even be used as a tablet PC of sorts, with its keyboard folded completely underneath the screen. A Touch Screen on TapĪs a 2-in-1 convertible, the Flex 3 can be used as a conventional laptop, and it can also be propped up on a desk like an easel or tent. The only thing holding it back from excellence is the lack of a high-quality display-buyers on extreme budgets can't have everything. The Flex 3 has a handsome almond-colored metal exterior, reasonably long battery life, and even an SD card reader to let you easily supplement its 64GB of internal storage. With excellent build quality and a 360-degree hinge, the Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 Chromebook ($339) is proof that capable, well-designed 2-in-1 Chromebooks don't have to be expensive (looking at you, $999 Google Pixelbook). How to Set Up Two-Factor Authentication.How to Record the Screen on Your Windows PC or Mac.How to Convert YouTube Videos to MP3 Files.How to Save Money on Your Cell Phone Bill.How to Free Up Space on Your iPhone or iPad.How to Block Robotexts and Spam Messages.
