Asus Chromebox 4 Review - with i3 Processor

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  • Опубліковано 11 гру 2024

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  • @davidhailstone7794
    @davidhailstone7794 3 роки тому +19

    I migrated from Mac to Chromebook 2 years ago, after 30+ years of Mac, and I'm done with Mac. Most people can do everything they want on a Chromebook , but they are locked into an old idea of computing, with an expensive computer and apps. Yes, some people doing high processing work, needs a PC or Mac. But most who are just doing stuff online, really don't; they're just locked into thinking that Apple and PC makers want. My next buy will be a Chromebox and I have all the peripherals. Thanks for this review. Wondering if this is much better than the previous model, 3.

    • @verygoodbrother
      @verygoodbrother 3 роки тому

      they purchase Mac not because of what it can/can't do but rather image. I'd say it applies to many.

    • @08HR350z
      @08HR350z 3 роки тому

      Glad you finally got rid of the mac and no longer are an Isheep.

    • @lovelycity1504
      @lovelycity1504 3 роки тому +1

      True Unless you are gamer, developer, or graphics guy, you will almost never use windows, mac, or linux. I just bought a windows pc with a chromebook and I find myself using my chromebook more often for regular everyday online. I just feel like windows is so slow and clunky compared to chrome os.

    • @IndellableHatesHandles
      @IndellableHatesHandles 3 роки тому

      The way I think of it: If I'm going to buy a computer that will drop support in

  • @quenuk
    @quenuk 3 роки тому +7

    Your product reviews are superior to any others. The pace of your presentations are easy to follow, the audio quality is great & the concise details all connect to make decision making simple for buyers. Thank you I appreciate your work.

    • @jalidkalid
      @jalidkalid Рік тому

      Late to the party but agreed 💯

  • @alexguy6062
    @alexguy6062 3 роки тому +14

    Congrats to Lon for making it into the MJR lineup and hitting 300K subs.

  • @mtunayucer
    @mtunayucer 3 роки тому +14

    485$ is too expensive imo.

  • @dgillies5420
    @dgillies5420 3 роки тому +4

    Price is insane, I got my previous-gen Asus Chromebox i3-4015u used for $180, 8GB ram, includes mouse, probably benchmarks similarly.

  • @930342
    @930342 3 роки тому +2

    I’ve had several Acer and Asus Chromeboxs. Currently using a Asus Chromebox 3 attached to a 26” TV as my desktop. I rarely use it since an iPad Pro gets 98% of my computer use. I don’t have to clutter up my desk and ez to use on the TV especially since we have Google TV App now I can watch movies vs plug in my Chromecast device. Chromebox gets an A+ for my use.

  • @dbrakowski
    @dbrakowski 3 роки тому +1

    Thanks for doing this...I've been using Crossover to run Windows 10 on chromebooks/boxes for years. Works great.

  • @travisadragna8933
    @travisadragna8933 2 місяці тому

    Best review on a chromebox by far

  • @ccroy2001
    @ccroy2001 3 роки тому +1

    Having the Linux shell is fun. I installed the KDE app store and most of what I tried works like on native Linux. I have 3 browsers! Chrome, Firefox, and MS Edge for Linux Beta. Chrome OS is getting more mature.

    • @diezgp
      @diezgp 3 роки тому

      Hello! KDE is a desktop environment. How does it work on Chrome OS? You tap the KDE icon and a new desktop appears or what?

    • @ccroy2001
      @ccroy2001 3 роки тому

      @@diezgp Hi, out of the box you just get ChromeOS. In the settings menu you can turn on Linux. It runs in it's own container. The only app you get is a terminal. You install Linux apps via the terminal and they show up in the Chrome OS app drawer. They work like any other app on the device. Just click on it. It's a little slow because the Linux virtual machine has to boot up if it's not already running. You can install a KDE desktop, search "KDE on Chromebook". I just installed the KDE Software Center so I can install Linux apps graphically instead of using the Terminal.

    • @diezgp
      @diezgp 3 роки тому

      @@ccroy2001 Thanks 😊

    • @IndellableHatesHandles
      @IndellableHatesHandles 3 роки тому

      It'll still drop support in

  • @Tsyras
    @Tsyras 3 роки тому +2

    Thanks for mentioning the Linux capabilities. So many people ignore that and it is a huge reason to use Chrome OS. It can be nice having the streamlined OS that can launch VScode to do development in a real IDE.

    • @farishanafiah8461
      @farishanafiah8461 3 роки тому

      Thing is though, you can exactly do the same on Windows using virtualization software. If you really wanna go further, you can even install Linux itself as the main primary OS.

  • @ethanwheeler3323
    @ethanwheeler3323 Рік тому

    Quck note on running multiple monitors...you can actually run 3 on a Chromebook very easily. Just...get a USB-C hub. Or two. Or three. Or whatever configuration gets you the outputs you want. The limitation is ports on the device, and hubs fix that. I'm running 3 monitors off my Samsung Chromebook using 2 hubs and it's flawless.

  • @romanrussell4165
    @romanrussell4165 3 роки тому +1

    Congratulations on your subs! Hp has a new 21.5 all-in-one Chromebase. Could you do a review on it?

    • @LonSeidman
      @LonSeidman  3 роки тому

      Working on getting one in!

    • @romanrussell4165
      @romanrussell4165 3 роки тому

      @@LonSeidman Awesome, looking forward to seeing it!

  • @philliphanford2792
    @philliphanford2792 3 роки тому +5

    I'm happy with my Commodore 64!

  • @romanrussell4165
    @romanrussell4165 3 роки тому +1

    Lon - Do you think this would be powerful enough to handle a 1440p monitor with a work flow of 20 Chrome tabs and google meets open?

  • @daveschmarder-1950
    @daveschmarder-1950 3 роки тому +1

    That's a nice Chromebox. I had one quite a while ago, a Celeron with 4gb as I recall. I gave it to a friend a few years ago. The model you showed here would be my likely configuration. Having Linux too would round this out for me. Thanks for the review, Lon.

  • @curbsidetech
    @curbsidetech 2 роки тому

    Interesting device I always wondered about chromeboxes

  • @skatcat743
    @skatcat743 3 роки тому +2

    Why have such a nice chrome device when google arbitrarily turns off updates to older chipsets unlike windows or linux?

    • @paulperkins1615
      @paulperkins1615 3 роки тому

      How many 7-year-old Windows machines that are running a version of Windows are still getting updates? For that matter, when has any Windows machine had security comparable to a supported Chromebook or ChromeBox? I would, however, like to see an official, standard, easy way to convert an old Chrome OS device into a Linux device. Even though nobody is guaranteeing that when the time comes, there will be a version of Linux that runs well on the device. Just like when you install one of the Ubuntu Linux versions onto a Windows PC, probably it will run great, but if it breaks, you get to keep both pieces.

    • @mightbesherwood1313
      @mightbesherwood1313 3 роки тому

      @@paulperkins1615 There is, built into Chrome.

  • @Asadc1995
    @Asadc1995 4 місяці тому

    Is one far better off with a windows 11 mini pc? Even if the goal is cloud gaming

    • @LonSeidman
      @LonSeidman  4 місяці тому

      I think so - you’ll have more flexibility

  • @bbgarnettTotallyNotABot
    @bbgarnettTotallyNotABot 3 роки тому +1

    Keep up the great work

  • @TULP2405
    @TULP2405 3 місяці тому

    How do you put WIN11PRO on a chromebox 4 ?

  • @PLANETWATERMELON
    @PLANETWATERMELON 2 роки тому

    As you mentioned using a laptop and connecting it to a monitor, basically using it as a desktop will keeping it plugged in mess up the battery?

    • @LonSeidman
      @LonSeidman  2 роки тому

      Generally no but wouldn’t hurt to unplug it every once and awhile to cycle the battery.

  • @kewkabe
    @kewkabe 3 роки тому +1

    $500! You can get an even more powerful Raspberry Pi for under $100.

    • @farishanafiah8461
      @farishanafiah8461 3 роки тому

      That's the problem with Chrome OS devices. They always cost too much for their specs.

  • @TULP2405
    @TULP2405 3 місяці тому

    How do you remove the rubber feet?

  • @alitaleblou731
    @alitaleblou731 2 роки тому

    can you use 3200mhz ram in it? Your video shows working with 3200mhz sodimm but the spec for the chromebox says 2666mhz? I want to upgrade the ram so can I use 3200mhz?

  • @jprab
    @jprab 3 роки тому

    where is write protect screw located in chromebox 4?

  • @linndoria
    @linndoria 2 роки тому

    Can I install Kodi or LibreElec 20 on this over CromeOS?

  • @sixtyinsix
    @sixtyinsix 3 роки тому +6

    7 years until planned obsolescence. At least Google is up front about it...

    • @IndellableHatesHandles
      @IndellableHatesHandles 3 роки тому

      I hope it gets hacked to run proper Linux on it by then. If not then a refurb will always be the safest option.

  • @ImANoLifeKing
    @ImANoLifeKing 2 роки тому

    Could you tell me if an ASUS Chromebox CN62 i7 can run windows 11?

  • @jcjbike
    @jcjbike 3 роки тому +1

    I think chrome boxes and chrome books are really cool. I have huge reservations about Google as it relates to privacy and that keeps me on the sidelines with that company.

    • @farishanafiah8461
      @farishanafiah8461 3 роки тому

      It is cool if you are a heavy Linux user that wants some Android app support. I said some because not all Android apps can be used in Chrome OS despite having Play Store support. But other than that, I can't recommend it to most people.

  • @frac81
    @frac81 3 роки тому

    My question is: buying a Chromebook to use it 90% of the time plugged in ... can it ruin the battery? In this case, better a Chromebox?

  • @smileynetsmileynet7922
    @smileynetsmileynet7922 3 роки тому

    Haven't done it yet, still developing, but I love how it should be able to run the Linux version of my language, pnf. I want to practice developing with it when I get a chance. Also can run testout for my school, except the right click, on the os.

  • @LarryDoolittle
    @LarryDoolittle 3 роки тому

    Nice review. I have this Chromebox and really like it except my DisplayPort monitor will not sleep using the USB C port. It was fine on the previous Chromebox. Strange!

  • @techtim123
    @techtim123 3 роки тому

    Holy iO that’s more ports than most laptops! I think I should try this one as a decent Shadow pc client machine 🤔

  • @carolficorilli9768
    @carolficorilli9768 2 роки тому

    Can the Ram be upgraded from 4 GB to 8GB?

  • @PatrickPlante
    @PatrickPlante 3 роки тому

    I was looking for that particular model and saw that video, thanks for doing this.
    I have a question about that model regarding video. Asus says it supports 3 monitors, 2 x HDMI and 1 x Display Port, that is exactly what I need, but I want to make sure it can handle those 3 monitors at 60Hz. I have 2 x 34 inch Ultra Wide running 3440 x 1440 and one 32 inch 4k 3840 x 2160, can I get 60 Hz with all monitors with those resolution on an i3 Asus Chromebox 4 ?
    Thanks a lot!

    • @LonSeidman
      @LonSeidman  3 роки тому

      It should work with all three- I think the max is 4k 60hz on all three simultaneously so you should be in good shape.

  • @FigWidIt
    @FigWidIt 3 роки тому

    I'm going to hold onto my ASUS Chromebox 3 until it's end of support, but by then there might be a 5th gen.

  • @gotsm9959
    @gotsm9959 2 роки тому

    What is the purpose of a chrome box? All Chromebook has HDMI output and USB. The only purpose I can see having a chromebox is if it had windows as well.

  • @ronaldgoyette5807
    @ronaldgoyette5807 3 роки тому

    Thanks for this review, very useful to me but I have a question : if I hook this unit to a Touchscreen monitor will it allow me to play all the Google Play Android games using the touchscreen as only input ?

    • @LonSeidman
      @LonSeidman  3 роки тому

      It'll depend on whether or not the touch screen is compatible with ChromeOS. If so then yes definitely.

    • @ronaldgoyette5807
      @ronaldgoyette5807 3 роки тому

      @@LonSeidman Thanks for fast response . Any Touchscreen Monitor you would propose ?

  • @farishanafiah8461
    @farishanafiah8461 3 роки тому

    For this kind of PC, even the latest gen Pentium Gold CPU is more than good enough for me. After all, Chrome OS is not my primary desktop OS and I only use it because of Play Store support.

  • @GregorMima
    @GregorMima 3 роки тому

    How hard is it to mount NAS drives on Chrome-OS? Smooth or buggy?

    • @AndrewTSq
      @AndrewTSq 3 роки тому +1

      Never done it myself, but in the file manager, ive seen that you can add network-drives.

  • @Chascue
    @Chascue 9 місяців тому

    Do Chromebox have Bluetooth

  • @jimmorrison4163
    @jimmorrison4163 3 роки тому +3

    Decent hardware. Too bad Google is evil. Speaking of which, Lon, do you upload to any other platforms?

    • @LonSeidman
      @LonSeidman  3 роки тому +1

      Yes I upload to Floatplane and Amazon.

    • @wareverwarever9200
      @wareverwarever9200 3 роки тому +1

      @@LonSeidman could you start uploading to Odysee? That is a platform that is gaining a lot of traction as of late.

  • @guyfawkesuThe1
    @guyfawkesuThe1 3 роки тому +2

    Get a used Lenovo TinyPC.

  • @johnsmith-vz4sk
    @johnsmith-vz4sk 3 роки тому +4

    $500 for a chromebox ? I thought chrome books/box were bought out to be very cost effective not competing with mid-range win10 laptops !

    • @fplrangers4005
      @fplrangers4005 3 роки тому

      Some of us have been looking for Chrome OS Devices with more ooph. Mostly because of the Linux support.

  • @gudenau
    @gudenau 3 роки тому

    I'm guessing the shortages are making the price so high.
    Edit:
    Wait, all Chrome OS hardware has what is effectively a timebomb? That's awful....

    • @gudenau
      @gudenau 3 роки тому

      @Tano Which will lead to vulnerable devices that are glorified web browsers.

  • @keyboard_g
    @keyboard_g 3 роки тому

    Windows is having its lunch eaten by devices like this. Kids growing up on Chrome OS are going to want to use it for work.

    • @IndellableHatesHandles
      @IndellableHatesHandles 3 роки тому

      Kids who grew up with Windows hate it too. Having to develop software in school on a buggy PC with Visual Basic 6 from 20+ years ago will do that to you 🤣

  • @warnoter
    @warnoter 3 роки тому +1

    Ridiculous price $$$ for a 10th gen i3.

  • @RainerTrunk
    @RainerTrunk 3 роки тому +1

    Okay let´s Install Seabios and then we can have Linux.

    • @RainerTrunk
      @RainerTrunk 3 роки тому

      @Tano Easy, you can also buy the older Acer chrome box and convert it.
      So nothing is wasted. And a Mini PC Cost more.

    • @RainerTrunk
      @RainerTrunk 3 роки тому

      @Tano Yes might be right.
      I got 3 of these Device HP chromebox g1. They are cheap got an i7 processor and you can upgrade ram WiFi and ssd.
      For me the perfect fit.
      Also the Acer c720 Chromebook is good with Linux. Got a SSD in it an more ram. Use it for easy networking Analyse and Admin Stuff.

    • @paulperkins1615
      @paulperkins1615 3 роки тому

      @Tano This product is for people for whom the ability to run Chrome OS instead of being forced to deal with Windows or Mac downsides is a plus. Just because you are not that person does not mean that no one is.

  • @yong-seokchoi2318
    @yong-seokchoi2318 2 роки тому

    뒤에 보이는 80년대 모니터 인상적입니다

  • @NIKKG
    @NIKKG 3 роки тому +6

    At that price might as well get a Windows PC. This is overpriced for what it is.

    • @TotoFrancey
      @TotoFrancey 3 роки тому

      So your comment implies that you believe Windows OS is better than Chrome OS. Not everybody agrees with that.

    • @TotoFrancey
      @TotoFrancey 3 роки тому

      @Tano - From my experience you can do pretty much do anything on any OS that you want done. You just have to be open to doing it differently. This "Chromebox" Lon reviewed is more of a response to the "Mac Mini" than it is to any Windows machine. Considering this unit, and a similarly specked Mac, Linux or Windows desktop are not game PC's then you can take that out of the equation. At this point you are looking at some basic to mid range productivity, which this unit would hold up to doing extremely well, without the same Windows malware threats nor the cost of a Mac Mini. Given the specs and performance the price on this unit is fair for right now (in six months it will be worth less). At this point the debate becomes much more about a preferred operating system than it does about hardware and cost.

    • @nc3826
      @nc3826 3 роки тому

      So your saying, "At that price might as well get a Windows" with all its Viruses and its other flaws....
      Instead of an OS that can run Chrome OS and most Android and Linux apps with far fewer headaches.... smh....

    • @TotoFrancey
      @TotoFrancey 3 роки тому

      @@nc3826 I think that is what NIKKG said. And I think Tano agrees with him.

    • @nc3826
      @nc3826 3 роки тому

      TF: Sorry to confuse you....

  • @jeffreymcquillen1208
    @jeffreymcquillen1208 3 роки тому

    Will this run Plex?

  • @rep10101
    @rep10101 3 роки тому

    Thanks

  • @jvm-tv
    @jvm-tv 3 роки тому +2

    Terrible value for money. Get a Chromebook or normal mini PC

    • @farishanafiah8461
      @farishanafiah8461 3 роки тому

      It's not like Chromebook is any better value either. Very few Chromebook use Intel Core chipsets. The rest still relies on Intel Celeron CPU and has a lowly RAM and/or internal storage, which is completely hopeless when you want to use both Chrome OS and Linux at the same time.

  • @robbiln7770
    @robbiln7770 Рік тому

    I used for google play Gordon scanner radio 📻 audio rx cool tech.

  • @mohawahba
    @mohawahba 3 роки тому

    I truly like your reviews but I'd love to see changes in your studio background. You need an much needed overhaul.

    • @mikedw6748
      @mikedw6748 3 роки тому

      Looks man he's making hella views so I think he's fine for now

  • @guyfawkesuThe1
    @guyfawkesuThe1 3 роки тому

    Still an i3 :P

  • @PopeDavidL
    @PopeDavidL 10 днів тому

    No joy trying to install a VPN.

  • @frankn4409
    @frankn4409 3 роки тому +1

    Junk

  • @NewAgeDIY
    @NewAgeDIY 3 роки тому

    Thanks for the review, this is definitely aimed at people that have very little understanding of computers and operating systems. It’s a good for people that have little kids that need a basic computer to play with. Otherwise it’s not a good deal.

    • @fplrangers4005
      @fplrangers4005 3 роки тому +1

      What are you talking about? Plenty of power users and IT pros, including myself, use Chrome OS devices.

    • @AndrewMalcolmson
      @AndrewMalcolmson 3 роки тому

      ChromeOS is the best choice for security and reliability. System files are read-only meaning it's impervious to viruses and aside from minor glitches, Chromebooks always boot and work which is why they're popular with schools. The current epidemic of ransomware and other hacks would be over if businesses switched.

  • @KameraShy
    @KameraShy 3 роки тому +2

    Totally useless $500 box. A $50 Raspberry Pi 4 or other SBC running Linux will do so much more, for so much less money.

  • @trevorwilson9211
    @trevorwilson9211 2 роки тому

    A poorly described presentation! What on earth are you talking about? What does it do?