Chromebooks tend to fall into one of two distinct, easy-to-identify groups: budget and premium. You could arguably make a case for a third group, of more mid-range options, but those two really define the landscape. Budget Chromebooks usually cost less than $400, and are more likely to have plastic casing, lower-res displays with larger bezels, and tend to lack high-end features, like backlit keyboards. With premium Chromebooks, we’re looking at stuff like sharper 1080p displays, thinner bezels, and some much more attractive aluminum casing. But what if you could have the best of both worlds: premium looks and features, but with a budget price tag? It turns out you absolutely can, with the HP Chromebook x360 and its current sale price of just $399.
