ASUS Chromebook CX14
#6 in Budget Laptops · Rated 4.1
Compact budget Chromebook with practical features
The ASUS Chromebook CX14 provides a compact 14-inch form factor with ChromeOS, appealing to students and light productivity users who want a portable, affordable laptop. It typically ships with modest RAM and eMMC storage, but benefits from a snappy ChromeOS experience, long battery life, and a comfortable keyboard. While it’s not a powerhouse for demanding apps, its value proposition is strong for note-taking, web tasks, streaming, and collaborative work in Google Workspace. It’s particularly attractive for classrooms, library use, and those who want a cheap second device.
Features
- 14-inch display
- Chromebook ChromeOS
- 4GB RAM; 64–128GB storage
- USI pen support (select models)
- Long battery life
Pros
- Very affordable
- Compact and easy to carry
- Good keyboard feel for a sub-$300 notebook
Cons
- Limited performance for multitasking
- Smaller screen may feel cramped for some tasks