Our take on the ASUS 14" Celeron Chromebook

The ASUS 14-inch Celeron Chromebook is a lightweight laptop built around an Intel Celeron processor and ChromeOS. It targets students and budget buyers who need web browsing, Google Docs, video calls and cloud apps rather than heavy local software. Against pricier Chromebooks it gives up speed and a premium screen, but it is simple to set up and easy to carry. Owners of entry Celeron Chromebooks generally accept modest performance in exchange for long battery life and low maintenance.

Best forStudents doing schoolwork in the browserBudget buyers who mostly stream and browseA light second laptop for the couch or kitchenShared household machine for email and video calls

Pros

Light 14-inch body that is easy to carry between classes or rooms
ChromeOS boots fast and needs little maintenance
Runs Google Docs, Meet, streaming apps and web tools well
Celeron and 14-inch class machines usually last a full day of light use
Simple setup with a Google account

Cons

What reviewers say

Reception of entry ASUS Celeron Chromebooks is mixed to positive: buyers like the light build, quick boot and battery life for school and browsing, but call the Celeron slow once several tabs or heavier sites are open.

What people mention

PerformanceMixedFine for browsing and Docs, but reviewers notice lag with many tabs or heavy sites.
BatteryPraisedOwners report it lasting a full day of light school or browsing use.
WeightPraisedBuyers find the 14-inch body light and easy to carry.

Questions and answers

Is a Celeron Chromebook fast enough for schoolwork?

Yes for browser-based work like Google Docs, Classroom, email and video calls. It struggles with many open tabs, heavy web apps or local video editing.

Can it run Windows apps like Office or Photoshop?

No. It runs ChromeOS and web or Android apps from the Play Store where supported. Microsoft Office works through the web versions, not the desktop install.

How long does the battery last?

Entry 14-inch Chromebooks typically run through a full day of light browsing and document work. Heavy streaming or many tabs shortens that.

Does it work offline?

Partly. Google Docs and some apps can work offline once set up, but most of what this machine is built for needs a connection.

Is it good for gaming?

No. The Celeron chip and integrated graphics handle casual browser and Android games only, not modern PC titles.

What do I need to set it up?

A Google account and a Wi-Fi connection. Setup takes a few minutes and most files live in the cloud.

ASUS 14" Celeron Chromebook

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Our take on the ASUS 14" Celeron Chromebook

Best forStudents doing schoolwork in the browserBudget buyers who mostly stream and browseA light second laptop for the couch or kitchenShared household machine for email and video calls

Pros

Light 14-inch body that is easy to carry between classes or rooms
ChromeOS boots fast and needs little maintenance
Runs Google Docs, Meet, streaming apps and web tools well
Celeron and 14-inch class machines usually last a full day of light use
Simple setup with a Google account

Cons