If you’re a business owner looking to staff up with reliable Chromebooks, this guide has been curated just for you. ChromeOS, in 2023, has managed to penetrate different fields of the interconnected world we live in today, including school, business, and even entertainment.
That is why you’ll find top-tier enterprise-oriented Chromebooks that have been tailored to meet the needs of global organizations all around the planet. We’ll talk about 5 of these anointed Chromebooks in this guide, so make sure to read until the end to make a well-informed purchasing decision.
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5 of the best enterprise Chromebooks to buy in 2023
The options outlined ahead will help you power your business with speed, simplicity, and security, as are the founding principles of ChromeOS. We’ll do our best to enlist the major strengths of each forthcoming Chromebook, so you can determine which device is the one for you.
1. Lenovo Yoga Chromebook C630
Lenovo Chromebook Yoga C630
The first option on this list is one of the best Lenovo Chromebooks ever made, period. Coming with an 8th generation Intel Core i5-8250U processor along with 8 GB RAM and a 128 GB hard drive, the Yoga C630 is one fine specimen. This machine is worth the endeavor because of its top-of-the-line build quality, speedy performance, and gorgeous 15.6-inch UHD screen.
We also had the privilege of rating the device a solid 8.6/10 in our in-depth Lenovo Yoga Chromebook C630 review, where the device fell short just shy of the 9/10 rating due to the lack of a backlit keyboard. However, the device rises to great success in other aspects, namely its trackpad and the overall quality of the keyboard as well.
In fields where consistency matters the most, the Yoga C630 is known to deliver, especially with its 10-hour plus battery life. When you pair this type of runtime with a 4K resolution screen, the result is fascinating and highly convenient for businesses.
With a reasonably generous port selection and fast performance, the Yoga C630 is easy to recommend to enterprise workers. Since Chromebooks also work with various Microsoft 365 apps, not to mention readily available support for Google Workspace programs, a device like the C630 is nothing but the cherry on top.
- Related read: Top 10 high-end Chromebooks to buy in 2022.
2. HP Elite Dragonfly Chromebook
HP Elite Dragonfly Chromebook
HP has done wonders with this one, releasing the world’s first-ever Chromebook with a trackpad that sports haptic feedback. Expect jaw-dropping smoothness from the trackpad of the Chromebook at hand that responds swiftly to your touch with nimble vibrations.
On the side of the technical specifications, the Elite Dragonfly Chromebook dangles on the pricier side of things, so it’s certainly not something you can buy on a tight budget. It features a 12th-gen Intel Core i3-1215U processor with a 13.5-inch anti-glare WLED + LBL UWVA WUXGA+ (1920×1280) touch-enabled display.
On that note, the device is utterly versatile, meaning that it can act as a high-quality touchscreen Chromebook and offer you a full-fledged ChromeOS desktop experience. The 256 GB PCIe NMVe SSD along with 8 GB RAM, and Intel UHD Graphics, all makeup for a curated user experience where the device certainly does not let down in most aspects.
The port selection is pretty appreciable as well, boasting two Thunderbolt USB Type-C ports, a single SuperSpeed USB-A port, a standard 3.5 mm headphone jack, an HDMI 2.0 port for video conferencing, and a microSD card slot to expand the base storage of the device.
- Are you aware that the successor to the Elite Dragonfly Chromebook is coming in 2023? Check out our coverage of CES 2023 for more details on that front.
3. Asus Chromebook Flip CX5
Asus Chromebook Flip CX5
Next up, there’s the Asus Chromebook Flip CX5 to talk about. Speaking in terms of the design alone, the CX5 is a head-turning machine. The white exterior, coupled with the black keyboard deck of the CX5, strikes a fantastic contrast, uplifting the Chromebook’s general outlook.
The aluminum build paired with the plastic bottom of the Chromebook makes the unit feel premium once picked up and firmly held. In addition, given the 15.6-inch screen size of the Flip CX5, this is no ultra-portable Chromebook that we’re talking about here.
Moreover, the device isn’t the thinnest out there either, so if you’re looking to get the Flip CX5 for purposes other than work as well, make sure to determine that this Chromebook’s size isn’t too much for you. On the flip side, continuously using the device for a few days, it’s no secret that the CX5 makes good use of all of its real estate.
The Intel Core i3-1115G4 CPU and 8 RAM, and 128 GB NVMe storage amount to a top-shelf working experience with the CX5. It charges up pretty fast and lasts around 9-10 hours, even if the brightness is cranked up to about 60%-70% most of the time.
For more details and information about the Flip CX5, we highly recommend reading through the device’s in-depth review.
4. HP Chromebook Elite c1030
HP Elite c1030 Chromebook
Another enterprise-grade Chromebook that businesses have been picking up left and right is the HP Elite c1030 Chromebook. Sporting a 10th-gen Intel Core i3 processor, 8 GB RAM, and 128 GB of NVMe storage, the c1030 is a dependable Chromebook with a thing for performance.
Not only does the device look so utterly professional, but it also comes with a nano-edge display too. On paper, the screen resolution states 1920 x 1080p, while the size is slated to be 13.6-inch with a tall 3:2 aspect ratio. The latter, in particular, makes the Elite c1030 Chromebook look as big as 14-inch or 15-inch Chromebooks—that’s the beauty of it.
As for the rest of the major components of the Chromebook, the c1030 comprises an excellent duo of trackpad and keyboard. The large glass trackpad features a nice click mechanism with appreciable feedback. As for the keyboard, typing feels perfect, and the keys have a fair bit of travel.
Some extra nifty features involve separate keys on the keyboard for the keyboard’s backlighting, a dedicated key for taking a screenshot—which is super rare—and even a fingerprint scanner for ultra-fast sign-in times. However, all those things aside, if there’s something that the Elite c1030 has that puts us off, it’s the price tag.
The device’s MSRP is north of $1000, but if you’re lucky, you can find it cheaper elsewhere. If the budget isn’t an issue for you, the c1030 is a Chromebook worth looking into. Learn more about the device using our thorough HP Elite c1030 Chromebook review before diving into it.
5. Acer Chromebook Spin 713
Acer Chromebook Spin 713
The Acer Chromebook Spin 713 is so versatile you’ll find the device being a part of every “Top 10 Chromebooks” list, and such is the case with it at Chrome Ready here. Whether you’re looking for a device with a high-quality display or something with enough punch to sort your business needs on the go, the 713 comes across as an utterly reliable machine.
With a relatively sizable 13.2-inch LCD (2256 x 1504p) display packed using a tall 3:2 aspect ratio, the Spin 713 has one of the best display qualities in the ChromeOS business. On top of that are the speedy performance levels the device pushes out daily, ensuring enterprises don’t stop functioning even for a second.
As for the I/O, you’ll find appreciative remarks here just as well. The device features two 3.2 Gen 1 USB-C ports on either side of the Chromebook, a single 3.0 USB-A port, a standard 3.5mm headphone jack, and a microSD card reader slot to increase the default storage of 128 GB further.
In addition to the above, the 713 packs all the bells and whistles regarding its battery runtime. Even with a 2K resolution screen, you’ll find that this Acer top dog lasts for around 11 to 12 hours, thereby lasting a whole day at the office. The Spin 713 is right up there with Chromebooks with the best battery runtimes—no questions asked.
The device has also been priced competitively, but it’s recently seen a price hike. You’ll now be able to grab the 713 for about $709 off Amazon. Acer has doled out several configurations of the 713 configurations, but now, you can only purchase the base model.
Conclusion
As enterprises and large-scale businesses worldwide show an inclination toward remote servers, more and more organizations are starting to pick up ChromeOS as their front-firing devices in their IT departments. Quite fortuitously, the best Chromebook manufacturers have paid heed to this and have developed such devices right out of the gate.
In this guide, we’ve looked at 5 of the most noteworthy enterprise Chromebooks out there. These pack enough punch and versatility to empower businesses thanks to their speed, security, and simplicity. Do let us know in the comments section whether the guide helped you pick a new Chromebook.
As always, Chrome Ready wishes you good luck!
