Is the Asus Chromebook C423 good for schoolwork?

Yes for Google Docs, email, research and video classes. It is not a good fit for heavy multitasking or software like full Excel or Adobe apps.

Can it run Windows programs?

No. It runs ChromeOS, so you use web apps and Android apps from the Play Store. Windows installers will not work.

How much RAM does it have, and can I upgrade it?

It has 4 GB of RAM, which is soldered and not upgradeable. Keep browser tabs to a minimum.

Does it have a touchscreen?

This C423NA-GE42F configuration is the standard non-touch model. Check the listing if a touchscreen matters to you.

Is the Celeron N3350 fast enough?

It handles browsing, video and documents fine. It slows with many tabs, large spreadsheets or anything demanding.

When is the best time to buy it?

Budget Chromebooks drop most during back-to-school and Black Friday sales. Check the price history before buying.

Asus Chromebook C423NA-GE42F 14" Enterprise Celeron N3350

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$3,000.00at Best Buy, last seen Nov 8

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Our take on the Asus Chromebook C423NA-GE42F 14" Enterprise Celeron N3350

The Asus Chromebook C423 is a 14-inch budget laptop with an Intel Celeron N3350, 4 GB of RAM and a silver chassis. It runs ChromeOS, so it boots fast, updates in the background and leans on web apps rather than installed software. Its appeal is price and simplicity, not speed. No current store price was provided, so check the live comparison for where it sits against its recent range.

Best forStudents on a tight budgetBrowsing, email and Google DocsA shared or kitchen household laptopBuyers who want a cheap second machine

Pros

14-inch screen is roomy for the price
ChromeOS starts quickly and updates itself
Light enough to carry between rooms or classes
Runs Google Workspace and web apps well
Few moving parts, so little to maintain

Cons

Celeron N3350 and 4 GB RAM slow down with many tabs

Asus Chromebook C423NA-GE42F 14" Enterprise Celeron N3350 prices at every store

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Asus Chromebook C423NA-GE42F 14" Enterprise Celeron N3350 price history

Lowest price we've seen: $3,000.00 on Nov 8 at Best Buy. Tracked across 1 store since Nov 8.

What reviewers say

Owners of the C423 generally treat it as a cheap, dependable browser machine. They like the screen size and quick startup but warn that 4 GB of RAM and the Celeron chip bog down under heavy tabs.

What people mention

PerformanceCriticisedOwners say the Celeron and 4 GB of RAM struggle once several tabs or apps are open.
BatteryPraisedReviewers report it lasts a full day of light browsing and document work.
BuildMixedThe light plastic body is easy to carry but feels less sturdy than metal laptops.

Questions and answers

Is the Asus Chromebook C423 good for schoolwork?: Yes for Google Docs, email, research and video classes. It is not a good fit for heavy multitasking or software like full Excel or Adobe apps.
Can it run Windows programs?: No. It runs ChromeOS, so you use web apps and Android apps from the Play Store. Windows installers will not work.
How much RAM does it have, and can I upgrade it?: It has 4 GB of RAM, which is soldered and not upgradeable. Keep browser tabs to a minimum.
Does it have a touchscreen?: This C423NA-GE42F configuration is the standard non-touch model. Check the listing if a touchscreen matters to you.
Is the Celeron N3350 fast enough?: It handles browsing, video and documents fine. It slows with many tabs, large spreadsheets or anything demanding.
When is the best time to buy it?: Budget Chromebooks drop most during back-to-school and Black Friday sales. Check the price history before buying.