Asus Chromebook CR11 11.6" HD Ruggedized Chromebook
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Our take on the Asus Chromebook CR11 11.6" HD Ruggedized Chromebook
The Asus Chromebook CR11 is an 11.6-inch HD laptop built for classrooms and shared use. Its reinforced chassis, spill-resistant keyboard and rubberized edges are designed to survive drops and knocks that would damage a standard budget laptop. With 4GB of RAM it handles ChromeOS, web apps and documents, but not heavy multitasking. It suits students and frontline workers more than anyone wanting a general-purpose home laptop, and it trades performance and screen quality for durability against rivals like the Lenovo 100e and Acer Chromebook 511.
- Reinforced body and rubberized edges resist drops
- Spill-resistant keyboard
- Light enough to carry between classes
- ChromeOS boots fast and needs little maintenance
- Full keyboard and trackpad for typing and browsing
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What reviewers say
Owners and reviewers treat the CR11 as a tough, no-frills school machine. They like the sturdy build and simple ChromeOS experience but note the slow performance and basic display.
- BuildPraisedOwners say the reinforced chassis and rubber bumpers hold up to drops and daily abuse.
- PerformanceCriticisedReviewers find the processor and 4GB of RAM slow once several tabs or apps are open.
- DisplayCriticisedThe 11.6-inch HD panel is described as dim and low-resolution for media and fine text.
Questions and answers
- Is the Asus Chromebook CR11 good for schoolwork?
- Yes. ChromeOS covers documents, web apps and classroom tools, and the rugged body handles backpack life. It is not built for gaming or heavy creative software.
- Can it handle many browser tabs?
- Only a few comfortably. With 4GB of RAM, opening many tabs or apps at once causes slowdowns and reloads.
- Is the screen good for watching video?
- It is serviceable but basic. The 11.6-inch HD panel is dim and low-resolution compared with mainstream laptops.
- How does it compare with the Lenovo 100e?
- Both are rugged education Chromebooks with similar modest specs. The CR11 emphasizes spill resistance and reinforced edges; the 100e is a close rival with comparable performance.
- Does it run Windows apps?
- No. It runs ChromeOS, so you use web apps and Android apps from Google Play rather than Windows software.
- What comes in the box?
- The laptop and its power adapter. A stylus and case are not included.
