Is the Kompanio 540 fast enough for everyday use?

Yes for browsing, email, documents and video. It is an eight-core ARM chip tuned for efficiency, so it handles schoolwork and streaming well but slows under many heavy tabs or demanding web apps.

How does the screen compare with cheaper Chromebooks?

Most budget Chromebooks use 1366x768 panels. This one is 1920x1200 IPS, so text is sharper and the 16:10 shape shows more of a page vertically.

Can it run Windows programs like Office or Photoshop?

No. It runs ChromeOS, so you use web apps and Android apps from Google Play. Microsoft Office works through the web versions, but full desktop Photoshop does not run.

Is 8GB of RAM and 128GB of storage enough?

For a Chromebook, yes. 8GB keeps a healthy number of tabs open, and 128GB is more local space than most ChromeOS users need, since files usually live in the cloud.

The laptop and its charger. It does not include a stylus or a sleeve.

Where is the Lenovo Chrome 14M8911 14" WUXGA Chromebook cheapest?

At GimmeNow, for $502.00, as of our latest check.

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Our take on the Lenovo Chrome 14M8911 14" WUXGA Chromebook

The Lenovo 14" WUXGA Chromebook is a budget-minded laptop built around MediaTek's Kompanio 540 eight-core processor, with 8GB of RAM and 128GB of UFS storage. Its 14-inch 1920x1200 IPS panel is taller than the 1366x768 screens common on cheap Chromebooks, so documents and web pages show more without scrolling. It suits students, browser-first users and anyone who wants a large, sharp screen for light everyday work. Against Intel-based Chromebooks it trades raw speed for lower power draw and a better display at the same tier, and it is not meant for heavy multitasking or gaming.

Best forStudents and classroom workWeb browsing, email and documentsBuyers who want a sharp 16:10 screen on a budgetLight everyday portable use

Pros

Sharp 1920x1200 IPS display with a taller 16:10 shape
8GB RAM is enough for many browser tabs
128GB UFS storage is generous for a Chromebook
Eight-core Kompanio 540 runs cool and sips power
ChromeOS is simple to set up and maintain

Cons

MediaTek Kompanio 540 trails Intel Core chips in heavy multitasking
UFS storage is slower than an SSD
ChromeOS cannot run Windows desktop apps
Not suited to gaming or video editing

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About the Lenovo Chrome 14M8911 14" WUXGA Chromebook

The Lenovo Chrome 14M8911 is a 14-inch Chromebook. It has a WUXGA IPS display with a resolution of 1920 x 1200.

It is powered by a MediaTek Kompanio MTK 540 8-core processor running at 2.6GHz. It comes with 8GB of RAM and 128GB of UFS storage.

Screen size: 14 inches
Display: WUXGA (1920 x 1200) IPS
Processor: MediaTek Kompanio MTK 540, 8 cores, 2.6GHz
RAM: 8GB
Storage: 128GB UFS
Brand: Lenovo

Questions and answers

Is the Kompanio 540 fast enough for everyday use?: Yes for browsing, email, documents and video. It is an eight-core ARM chip tuned for efficiency, so it handles schoolwork and streaming well but slows under many heavy tabs or demanding web apps.
How does the screen compare with cheaper Chromebooks?: Most budget Chromebooks use 1366x768 panels. This one is 1920x1200 IPS, so text is sharper and the 16:10 shape shows more of a page vertically.
Can it run Windows programs like Office or Photoshop?: No. It runs ChromeOS, so you use web apps and Android apps from Google Play. Microsoft Office works through the web versions, but full desktop Photoshop does not run.
Is 8GB of RAM and 128GB of storage enough?: For a Chromebook, yes. 8GB keeps a healthy number of tabs open, and 128GB is more local space than most ChromeOS users need, since files usually live in the cloud.
What is in the box?: The laptop and its charger. It does not include a stylus or a sleeve.
Where is the Lenovo Chrome 14M8911 14" WUXGA Chromebook cheapest?: At GimmeNow, for $502.00, as of our latest check.