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Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Plus

84
Well liked
Average of 4 professional reviews
4 of 4 recommend it · critics agree
Where the 4 reviews landedRange 80–90

Exact average 83.8 · all scores printed by the outlets

Samsung Galaxy Chromebook PlusImage: Samsung

4 professional reviewers tested the Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Plus, and 4 recommend it. Most praised: picture quality and performance.

Reviewed by Trusted Reviews, Android Central, WIRED and 1 more

The catch: It has no touchscreen, and it is pricey for a Chromebook.

Early score: only 4 professional reviews so far. Expect it to move as more reviews come in.

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What 4 critics said

Highest score first · all converted to 0–100
  1. 90
    Trusted ReviewsHands-on review · 2025

    A sleek, powerful Chromebook with excellent endurance, a decent AMOLED screen and good ports.

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  2. 85
    Android CentralHands-on review · 2024

    A strong premium Chromebook that is thin, light and well equipped, with an excellent keyboard.

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  3. 80
    WIREDHands-on review

    An excellent thin-and-light Chromebook with a gorgeous AMOLED screen, great keyboard and strong performance.

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  4. 80
    Tom's GuideHands-on review · 2025

    A standout Chromebook with a gorgeous AMOLED screen, comfortable keyboard and strong battery life.

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"Est." means the outlet printed no score, so we estimated one from its verdict and checked our estimates against ratings outlets print. How we check estimates

What critics praise most

Picture quality3 of 4
Performance2 of 4
Battery life2 of 4

What critics dislike most

No clear pattern.

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Common questions

Is the Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Plus worth it?

Most critics think so: 4 of 4 recommend it. It has no touchscreen, and it is pricey for a Chromebook.

Do critics agree about the Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Plus?

Critics agree: scores range from 80 (WIRED) to 90 (Trusted Reviews), a spread of 10 points across 4 reviews. Reviewers broadly agree.

What is the best alternative to the Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Plus?

The Acer Chromebook Plus Spin 714 (critic score 90), top pick, narrowly.