View on Amazon in your region: amzn.to/3S543LD or alternative UK link: amzn.to/4b8i4ks (my affiliate links). Check the spec matches the Chromebook in this video. ✨ Find/follow/support the channel: linktr.ee/mergedroid ✨ Any other HP 11a owners watching? What are your favourite and least favourite things about this Chromebook? If you're happy to mention what you paid in your region and for what condition (new/refurb/used) that'd be really interesting too! * UPDATE * (September 2023) - Since publishing this video, Google have increased the AUE date (the date up to which the Chromebook receives ChromeOS feature and security updates) to June 2030.
@@sluggish_1232 Thanks, did you buy it? That does seem a bit high when I compare to some of the offers in the UK. Even now at a major retailer it's £150 new (177 Euros / $205 USD).
I just bought the HP Chromebook 11a at Target for $139. I like it so far but I'm going to have to get used to the screen as it's not what I'm used to as opposed to a high-end laptop
@@j96993 Yes, it's the area that helps it achieve the low price point. If you can manage with that (probably just a bit of adjustment?) then it's a great buy.
Thanks Nick, that's really appreciated. If you're looking for a small budget Chromebook I have a few other reviews on the channel. It's worth seeing the video on the Acer Spin 311 and seeing what price you can get that for. If you're in the UK this is a bit of a steal for a refurb at £182 using the Nectar voucher code - www.ebay.co.uk/itm/194196024796
@@nicktheegg Yes that's a good price for the HP14a. Go for the model I showed on the channel with the N5030 processor. Keep in mind it's a non-touch screen of course, as long as you don't mind that, it is FHD though, but you need to step up the resolution it will default to when you first logon.
Brilliant, glad it helped. Please do post back on your thoughts and update us. Please also check out some of my other content and consider a sub if it looks good to you 👍
Makes sense, you can use this without having to worry about it too much, but that way also get the most benefits from it. Whereabouts are you based? Please do check out some of my other Chromebook and budget tech content, if you like it consider a sub to the channel 👍
*I meant to mention that one of the first things I did with this machine, as it was advertised as a Grade A refurbished Chromebook, was to check the battery health - here's how: **ua-cam.com/video/d6OeO0kK9w8/v-deo.html** It showed as having 1 battery cycle and over 98% battery health* 👍
Hi and thanks for your concise and informative review. I'm a bit 'late to the game' on this one but this model is currently £139 @ Currys and I need a small light machine to take with me on a trip in a few weeks [bloody airlines with all their weight restrictions!!]. This would seem to fit the bill for my requirements. Currently have an Asus Flip C434 @ home that cost me about £550 and I generally like it but the sound is dreadful and need to use my bluetooth speaker to enhance. Mum just picked up a HP Chromebook from Currys for £189 [forget which model but v similar looking to this one ... think it's 14" screen tho'] and it has B&O speakers on top of keyboard so does a great job sound wise. It's really good and light too in comparison to my Asus. After all that whittering I've done above, all I really want to know please is do you think the sound quality on this 11a is decent enough? I noticed during your vid that the speakers on this are located underneath too .. . Thank you !
Hi Deborah, thanks for the background. I'm surprised the sound on your ASUS Flip C434 isn't up to much - are the speakers positioned in the same way as on the C433, see in my video here including a sound test - ua-cam.com/video/s8ZsCOKnnyU/v-deo.html You shouldn't expect too much from the speakers on the HP 11a, it does the job but won't blow you away. Have you considered the Acer Spin 311? Also very lightweight, but with a better screen (IPS rather than TN as on the HP 11a), has a touchscreen and is convertible. The last point means that although the speakers are on the bottom, when you flip the screen around and use the keyboard as a base, say to watch a movie, the speakers are firing up. See my review and the comments link to a sound test - ua-cam.com/video/CcH9JZRkJLI/v-deo.html If you see my recent Tweet (@MergeDroid) unfortunately you'll see you've just missed a deal on this, but it's £179 new from AO on ebay if you search for item 115310983170. If you'd consider a 'refurb' (open box) you can save more. If you have a bit of time before you travel perhaps have a look over the review and follow me on Twitter for notification of new deals. Let me know if any of this helps and your thoughts. Either way, enjoy the holiday!
@@MergeDroid Hi again and thanks for your reply. Yes, the speakers on my C434 are positioned in the same place as the C433. Perhaps it's my hearing that isn't what it once was! :) .... but the sound on my Mum's new HP 14" is much better than my Asus C434. I just didn't really want to buy another with the speakers underneath if it was going to be like my C434. I've just watched a few of your other reviews for other 11" model Chromebooks and the Asus 311 looks OK but I think the AUE is only till 2026. For £139 I think this HP will probably do what I need as long as I can actually hear it! It seems small and lightweight enough too. I did the 'ask an owner' on Currys website and someone's responded and said the sound is good. I know not to expect anything brilliant from a Chromebook sound-wise but just as long as I can hear it will be good enough for me! 🙂 Thanks again for responding.
The Acer Spin 311 I linked to before has the same MT8183 processor as the HP 11a I show (make sure wherever you look it's the models with this processor). They both therefore have updates until June 2028.
@@debonweb No problem, can be a minefield. Just check the machines you're looking at defintely have the MT8183 in them and for the price difference consider the benefits the Acer Spin 311 may being (IPS screen, convertible, touch screen). Both nice and light for travel.
यदि ऑनलाइन फॉर्म को आपके वेब ब्राउज़र के माध्यम से एक्सेस किया जा सकता है तो आपको ठीक होना चाहिए। क्या आप पहले पीसी पर Google क्रोम का उपयोग करके परीक्षण कर सकते हैं? / If the online form can be accessed via your web browser then you should be fine. Can you test using Google Chrome on a PC first?
*July 2022 - you can pick up a Grade A 'refurb' HP 11a Chromebook for ~£86, here's how - **ua-cam.com/users/shortsqgtrSywg93U?feature=share* *Check out the Chromebook's playlist if you're wanting to compare other models to this HP 11a Chromebook: **ua-cam.com/video/CcH9JZRkJLI/v-deo.html&ab_channel=MergeDroid*
Hi Shaun, for college work I imagine you might want a slightly larger screen (13.3 inch or 14 inch Chromebook) that is full HD and a nicer keyboard to type on for longer periods of time. Check out the channel's large Chromebook's playlist - ua-cam.com/play/PLNSLoCmFMc8oHXyBnvPswE7JGlq-wa2Oc.html Please do 'like' any useful videos and consider a sub and ticking the bell for updates if you enjoy the content, thanks 👍
If you want a small, cheap entry level Chromebook (no touchscreen, TN display) then this HP 11a is a great option, but you should also compare against the competition, like this Lenovo - ua-cam.com/video/zObGLgZTeDc/v-deo.html
If you're looking at the budget end of the market I'd avoid Windows on a machine of similar hardware spec as it's much more resource hungry than ChromeOS. What's your rough budget though?
Hi, thanks for checking the video. You can't replace the internal storage as it will be soldered. You can of course use external storage, formats supported include NTFS, FAT, exFAT, FAT32, FAT16 etc, I think the size limits will be dictated by the storage type. Perhaps check out my video to see the type of extra storage I like to use on my Chromebooks - ua-cam.com/video/60Ngcm87ju4/v-deo.html I tend to use that for media that I want to use offline, I think that's the idea use. Chromebooks are really designed for using files in cloud storage, so if you're thinking of the storage more for documents you want to edit and save updates to, it's probably not the idea use. Please do check out some of my other content and consider a subscribe if it's of use 👍
Hi again Jarryd, I'd say the 11a is a different offering - cheaper, no touchscreen, more budget feel. If you have a strict budget, it's great, but if you can afford a bit more and value a convertible with a touchscreen I'd weigh up the Lenovo Flex 3i that you're already looking at (here: ua-cam.com/video/S3cosESb7mY/v-deo.html ) against the Acer Spin 311 (here: ua-cam.com/video/CcH9JZRkJLI/v-deo.html ).
@@jridge6 Yes, the Intel Celeron N4020 is great in a Chromebook, good balance of performance for browsing/media whilst at the same time balanced against battery life. What currency is the 179? Is it the 32GB model or 64GB model? I'm sure you'll be happy with it either way.
@@jridge6 That's a good price, Where from? Here's what I do for extra storage for offline media etc - ua-cam.com/video/60Ngcm87ju4/v-deo.html 32GB for an Chromebook like this should be plenty for most people if you're using it as intended, e.g. working on files in the cloud.
Ah, brilliant, glad to help and no issues with it running Roblox. More on Roblox and gaming on a Chromebook in the playlist here: ua-cam.com/play/PLNSLoCmFMc8pCp1JX8QH02cTi1Vq2hJFY.html Please do consider a like and subscribe if the content is useful, it's really appreciated.
*BLACK FRIDAY / CYBER MONDAY 2022 - Overview video: **ua-cam.com/video/XZkcPzTmFoY/v-deo.html* *LaptopsDirect have this as a grade A refurb for £99 - search quick find code 1562032 on their site.*
I bought this last weekend from curry’s for £149, then I saw it new, opened box on eBay with a voucher for £109....I’ve noticed it’s back up to over £200 now. Lenovo ideapad 3 flex 3 is available for £159, that has a touch screen? I bought it to use for UA-cam and ultimate guitar, for guitar tutorials and tabs ...should I change it out?....I haven’t opened the HP11A yet...I bought it for the 15 hour battery use...instead of using a tablet. Is mediatek better than intel what I need it for ?
Hi Julie, I'd return the £149 HP 11a, as you see it can be much cheaper as a grade A refurb, even sub £100 recently (see my Tweets). Are you looking at an Intel based Flex 3? If so, which generation - ua-cam.com/video/thiDJ_cNnQU/v-deo.html ? The gen. 6 has had some good price action recently and was available as low as £149 at Currys (and still is - again, check my Tweets or see item 588831 at Currys). My only concern for you is you say you want it for UA-cam use and the speakers are a bit of a disappointment as you'll see in the video I linked, also a full initial impressions here - ua-cam.com/video/98T4ULPKK4k/v-deo.html
@@MergeDroid I'll be running it through my amp..mixing it ...like an aux ..iPod/mp3 player so won't be concerned about the volume...I saw the Lenovo flex on Currys for £10 more...I bought the HP11a for the battery length ...you think I should take it back and get the Lenovo ..I thought I might aswell get a tablet for the touchscreen...but didn't need everything else ..as I saw mainly UA-cam and ultimate guitar app
@@julierobson2569 In your case I'd get the gen. 6. Flex 3 with the Intel Celeron N4500 processor for £149 while you can (not the MT8183 or N4020 gen. 5 version). You'll still get great battery life, you'll double the storage (to 64GB), have a newer processor, an extra year of ChromeOS updates and a nicer interface (keyboard, touchpad and the IPS touchscreen of course).....as well as it being convertible. The HP 11a might have the edge on battery life (but not by much) and the trade off is the TN screen it has.
@@MergeDroid thanks...I thought the HP was better for 15 hours as oppose to 10 hours on the Lenovo? And Mediatek was ok for my needs ? But intel is better?
@@julierobson2569 Just to help me understand, is the battery life the biggest concern? Using it for your music would you not be indoors/near power(?) If it's the number 1 concern the HP 11a might be better, but as I mention the main power saving is due to the TN screen. With regards to Intel or Mediatek.....the MT8183 is great, you can even get a Flex 3 with one, but the newer N4500 does bring an edge in general performance that I am noticing. The other processor consideration is if you need ARM compatibility for certain apps, some games for example.
Chromebooks don't have F keys as such, but there is always a common set of 'function' keys of a sort on the top row that do a lot of really useful things (page back, page forward, refresh, go full screen, see running windows, brightness up and down, mute, volume up and down, lock and power if it's not a physical side button. Hope this helps and reassures you BTW, if you're considering this HP 11a, also compare it to this - ua-cam.com/video/zObGLgZTeDc/v-deo.html
@@SakuraandSesshomaru 'Screen Capture' as they call it in ChromeOS is very easy. Either Alt + one of those keys I just mentioned or you click down by the clock and there's a short cut. It's really nicely designed and you can switch between capturing an image (full size or a clipping) and even recording your screen.
Nope, sorry. There is a higher end model available in some regions with an IPS touchscreen, but it will of course cost more and I'd really recommend comparing that closely against the excellent Acer Spin 311: ua-cam.com/video/CcH9JZRkJLI/v-deo.html
Hi sir , iam a student which machine I have to choose ? HP NB 11 -Ak0004Nx CELR N4020 or this Chromebook , I need to do google , UA-cam, social media that's it , which machine will you prifer??
@@MergeDroid I have two options first one is - HP NB 11ak0004 second one is - Lenovo Chromebook c 330 2 in 1 , which should I take ?? If I choose HP windows laptop storage only 64 gb , I scare to choose it , mostly iam using Google and social media,
You can certainly do all those things on a Chromebook and that spec. of hardware will run ChromeOS better than Windows as it's lighter. Although I use both Windows and ChromeOS I would not choose to run Windows on that spec. of hardware. Just make sure you are happy with ChromeOS, knowing you will mainly work on files in the cloud etc, not store so much locally.
@@MergeDroid I have another doubt also sir , this machine released 2020 , if I buy this Chromebook in 2022 I will have any problem for regarding updates , Google chrome will work without any problem for 6 to 7 years ??
@@libinvarghese53 The AUE date when ChromeOS updates will end is based on when the Chromebook was released, not when say you or I purchase it sadly. Chromebooks with the MT8183 processor like the HP 11a in this video have an AUE date of June 2028. See my video on AUE dates to help work it out for any others and/or feel free to ask - ua-cam.com/users/shortsCbimPPQm_Ko
@@astrowondersai Thanks for checking the video out and hopefully the channel too for more content like this! The HP 11a featured here supports the Google Play Store, so most apps from there will be fine if there's one you use for VS Code? Can you tell me the specific name/publisher or link me to it and I can confirm 100%.
@@MergeDroid yes I want to know, Since it has Linux, Can I run visual studio code in it? Can you please check and confirm if you can install visual studio code in it by turning on the linux option?
@@MergeDroid ua-cam.com/video/0hop2EbyNhs/v-deo.html This is the quick video link. I want to buy it but not sure if I can install visual studio code in it 😭
No, this is an entry level budget Chromebook. Check out my playlist for Chromebooks with backlit keyboards - ua-cam.com/play/PLNSLoCmFMc8rW8u50RD4fDlVMVVLDnq0J.html
Checking from another Chromebook, via the Google Play store 'PUBG Mobile' and 'Call of Duty: Mobile Season 5' are available to install. I expect therefore it will be available on the HP for install also and hopefully play OK....HOWEVER, I would say in 2024 you can probably find a Chromebook with a newer processor than the MT8183 for the same money though that will handle things, especially gamimg, better. Also options with nicer displays. Check some of my recent review videos and deal posts on X/Twitter for some idea or drop me a question in comments.
@@TheShadow-r8w You can think about cloud gaming via GeForce Now for example - ua-cam.com/users/shortssvUgqbXZXIs Where are you based? Just to give an idea, as a refub right now in the UK this is available for one hundred pounds, about one hundred and twenty six USD - ua-cam.com/video/VtcLeh5tqXg/v-deo.html It's got the Celeron N4500 from 2021, 8GB RAM and an IPS non-touch FHD display.
@@TheShadow-r8w You're welcome. Let us know what you find / go for in the end and please do check out the channel and X/Twitter for more Chromebook content including deals.
*BLACK FRIDAY DEALS: . See Past updates section below for previous best price during Black Friday period. In the UK pick this up from Currys Clearance on ebay as a grade A refurb for just £93.82 with code 'MORESAVINGS' - search for item: 353389662859. In the US the best price looks to be Walmart for a renewed version at $139.70. Amazon links to check against in the video description. Please comment with the best deal in your region, don't include links as your comment won't post - although it'll show for you (not allowed by UA-cam).* *If you're not sure which Chromebook to go for this Black Friday, see my short list video (which includes this machine and others) here: **ua-cam.com/video/KGdyR9ghgHI/v-deo.html* *PAST:* *Up to 25/11/21: The best price in the UK now looks like £149.97 for this new from Laptops Direct on their website.* *Up to 19/11/21: Just £111.99 on ebay in the UK right now for a Grade A refurb, search for item number 194387893079 and apply the voucher code BLACKFRIDAYUK - expires at the end of today 18th November 2021*
Against the MT8183 they are really similar enough. You will get an extra year of ChromeOS updates with the MediaTek option. Check the ports and connectivity on both machines though, I'd imagine the MediaTek based on may have less USB connections for example. Otherwise only be concerned if you need ARM compatibility for certain games from the Google Play Store, if so, go for the MediaTek. Hope this helps.
@@sangam578 Ah, sorry to hear. Why not check out my videos on the Lenovo Flex 5i - ua-cam.com/video/SsB8-DfNxWg/v-deo.html and the Acer Spin 513 - ua-cam.com/video/dw1LMxbi5Ys/v-deo.html - both running 64 bit Chrome OS. Good luck with your exam.
View on Amazon in your region: amzn.to/3S543LD or alternative UK link: amzn.to/4b8i4ks (my affiliate links). Check the spec matches the Chromebook in this video.
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Any other HP 11a owners watching? What are your favourite and least favourite things about this Chromebook? If you're happy to mention what you paid in your region and for what condition (new/refurb/used) that'd be really interesting too!
* UPDATE * (September 2023) - Since publishing this video, Google have increased the AUE date (the date up to which the Chromebook receives ChromeOS feature and security updates) to June 2030.
New: 246,07 Euros (Netherlands)
@@sluggish_1232 Thanks, did you buy it? That does seem a bit high when I compare to some of the offers in the UK. Even now at a major retailer it's £150 new (177 Euros / $205 USD).
I just bought the HP Chromebook 11a at Target for $139. I like it so far but I'm going to have to get used to the screen as it's not what I'm used to as opposed to a high-end laptop
@@j96993 Yes, it's the area that helps it achieve the low price point. If you can manage with that (probably just a bit of adjustment?) then it's a great buy.
22k ₹ (290 US$) ....Bought it new from Amazon.
Refurb was also available at 18k ₹ (237 US$)
Thank you for this, it's hard to find genuine reviews. All the best to you 👍
Thanks Nick, that's really appreciated. If you're looking for a small budget Chromebook I have a few other reviews on the channel. It's worth seeing the video on the Acer Spin 311 and seeing what price you can get that for. If you're in the UK this is a bit of a steal for a refurb at £182 using the Nectar voucher code - www.ebay.co.uk/itm/194196024796
@@MergeDroid Thank you! I'm thinking of opting for the HP 14, good for £199?
@@nicktheegg Yes that's a good price for the HP14a. Go for the model I showed on the channel with the N5030 processor. Keep in mind it's a non-touch screen of course, as long as you don't mind that, it is FHD though, but you need to step up the resolution it will default to when you first logon.
@@MergeDroid Thank you, keep up the great work 👍
Always trying to do so, thanks 😎
Your kind and gentle reviews have made me click the subscribe button! It's great!!
That's great to hear, thank you 👍 Hope you continue to enjoy the content.
@@MergeDroid hey I'm buying the touch varient of this one. What about that? Till when will it get the Google updates??
Cool. Do you have the exact model variant detail or know the processor?
Awesome explanation man😍thank you dude.
Great to hear, thanks Samim! Planning to buy one? Hope you will check out some of the other content and consider a sub!
I just bought it today , expecting it soon . Thanks for the review.
Brilliant, glad it helped. Please do post back on your thoughts and update us. Please also check out some of my other content and consider a sub if it looks good to you 👍
Hey! I bought it today… what is your opinion about it?
Brilliant, it's a great budget Chromebook. How will you be using it? Will it be your main laptop?
@@MergeDroid Mi idea is using it to university activities, I have an M1 Mac and at my country could be at bit unsafe to go out with her!
Makes sense, you can use this without having to worry about it too much, but that way also get the most benefits from it. Whereabouts are you based? Please do check out some of my other Chromebook and budget tech content, if you like it consider a sub to the channel 👍
*I meant to mention that one of the first things I did with this machine, as it was advertised as a Grade A refurbished Chromebook, was to check the battery health - here's how: **ua-cam.com/video/d6OeO0kK9w8/v-deo.html** It showed as having 1 battery cycle and over 98% battery health* 👍
Hi and thanks for your concise and informative review. I'm a bit 'late to the game' on this one but this model is currently £139 @ Currys and I need a small light machine to take with me on a trip in a few weeks [bloody airlines with all their weight restrictions!!]. This would seem to fit the bill for my requirements. Currently have an Asus Flip C434 @ home that cost me about £550 and I generally like it but the sound is dreadful and need to use my bluetooth speaker to enhance. Mum just picked up a HP Chromebook from Currys for £189 [forget which model but v similar looking to this one ... think it's 14" screen tho'] and it has B&O speakers on top of keyboard so does a great job sound wise. It's really good and light too in comparison to my Asus. After all that whittering I've done above, all I really want to know please is do you think the sound quality on this 11a is decent enough? I noticed during your vid that the speakers on this are located underneath too .. .
Thank you !
Hi Deborah, thanks for the background. I'm surprised the sound on your ASUS Flip C434 isn't up to much - are the speakers positioned in the same way as on the C433, see in my video here including a sound test - ua-cam.com/video/s8ZsCOKnnyU/v-deo.html You shouldn't expect too much from the speakers on the HP 11a, it does the job but won't blow you away. Have you considered the Acer Spin 311? Also very lightweight, but with a better screen (IPS rather than TN as on the HP 11a), has a touchscreen and is convertible. The last point means that although the speakers are on the bottom, when you flip the screen around and use the keyboard as a base, say to watch a movie, the speakers are firing up. See my review and the comments link to a sound test - ua-cam.com/video/CcH9JZRkJLI/v-deo.html If you see my recent Tweet (@MergeDroid) unfortunately you'll see you've just missed a deal on this, but it's £179 new from AO on ebay if you search for item 115310983170. If you'd consider a 'refurb' (open box) you can save more. If you have a bit of time before you travel perhaps have a look over the review and follow me on Twitter for notification of new deals. Let me know if any of this helps and your thoughts. Either way, enjoy the holiday!
@@MergeDroid Hi again and thanks for your reply. Yes, the speakers on my C434 are positioned in the same place as the C433. Perhaps it's my hearing that isn't what it once was! :) .... but the sound on my Mum's new HP 14" is much better than my Asus C434. I just didn't really want to buy another with the speakers underneath if it was going to be like my C434.
I've just watched a few of your other reviews for other 11" model Chromebooks and the Asus 311 looks OK but I think the AUE is only till 2026. For £139 I think this HP will probably do what I need as long as I can actually hear it! It seems small and lightweight enough too. I did the 'ask an owner' on Currys website and someone's responded and said the sound is good. I know not to expect anything brilliant from a Chromebook sound-wise but just as long as I can hear it will be good enough for me! 🙂
Thanks again for responding.
The Acer Spin 311 I linked to before has the same MT8183 processor as the HP 11a I show (make sure wherever you look it's the models with this processor). They both therefore have updates until June 2028.
@@MergeDroid Ah OK thanks. Sorry the one for 2026 updates expiry must have been another model! I think I've looked at too many now .... lol
@@debonweb No problem, can be a minefield. Just check the machines you're looking at defintely have the MT8183 in them and for the price difference consider the benefits the Acer Spin 311 may being (IPS screen, convertible, touch screen). Both nice and light for travel.
Sir, Chromebook me entrance exam ka online form fill up karne se support karega kya??
यदि ऑनलाइन फॉर्म को आपके वेब ब्राउज़र के माध्यम से एक्सेस किया जा सकता है तो आपको ठीक होना चाहिए। क्या आप पहले पीसी पर Google क्रोम का उपयोग करके परीक्षण कर सकते हैं? / If the online form can be accessed via your web browser then you should be fine. Can you test using Google Chrome on a PC first?
*July 2022 - you can pick up a Grade A 'refurb' HP 11a Chromebook for ~£86, here's how - **ua-cam.com/users/shortsqgtrSywg93U?feature=share*
*Check out the Chromebook's playlist if you're wanting to compare other models to this HP 11a Chromebook: **ua-cam.com/video/CcH9JZRkJLI/v-deo.html&ab_channel=MergeDroid*
What do you think, for how much years will this machine work?!
Google Updates until June 2028 and build quality is good for a machine at this price point. Look after it and it'll look after you 👍
Is this worth buying my budget is £200 or do you have any other suggestions
Hi, the excellent Acer Spin 311 is within your budget right now, see pinned comment ua-cam.com/video/CcH9JZRkJLI/v-deo.html
Any use for just college work? Would anyone recommend?
Hi Shaun, for college work I imagine you might want a slightly larger screen (13.3 inch or 14 inch Chromebook) that is full HD and a nicer keyboard to type on for longer periods of time. Check out the channel's large Chromebook's playlist - ua-cam.com/play/PLNSLoCmFMc8oHXyBnvPswE7JGlq-wa2Oc.html Please do 'like' any useful videos and consider a sub and ticking the bell for updates if you enjoy the content, thanks 👍
I am going to get it but should I
If you want a small, cheap entry level Chromebook (no touchscreen, TN display) then this HP 11a is a great option, but you should also compare against the competition, like this Lenovo - ua-cam.com/video/zObGLgZTeDc/v-deo.html
Thanks for replying am a big fan
You're welcome and that's great to hear! You can follow on other platforms too, linktr.ee/MergeDroid 😎
I’ll think about the Lenovo but do you have any ideas that are not chromebooks ?
If you're looking at the budget end of the market I'd avoid Windows on a machine of similar hardware spec as it's much more resource hungry than ChromeOS. What's your rough budget though?
Which colour you prefer blue or snow white ?
For me.... the white. What are your initial thoughts?
@@MergeDroid I'll go with you
Let us know what you think when you get it.
Can we use external Hard-disk or ssd with this!?!?
Nd if yes what's the max. Supported limit!?!?
Hi, thanks for checking the video. You can't replace the internal storage as it will be soldered. You can of course use external storage, formats supported include NTFS, FAT, exFAT, FAT32, FAT16 etc, I think the size limits will be dictated by the storage type. Perhaps check out my video to see the type of extra storage I like to use on my Chromebooks - ua-cam.com/video/60Ngcm87ju4/v-deo.html I tend to use that for media that I want to use offline, I think that's the idea use. Chromebooks are really designed for using files in cloud storage, so if you're thinking of the storage more for documents you want to edit and save updates to, it's probably not the idea use. Please do check out some of my other content and consider a subscribe if it's of use 👍
@@MergeDroid hey I'm planning to buy a pendrive for more storage for this device. Will a type c pendrive do the job?
Sorry, I didn't get notified of this reply before. Hope you got sorted!
Would you recommend the hp 11a with an mt8183 or Lenovo flex 3 with a N4020? Just for normal web and entertainment.
Hi again Jarryd, I'd say the 11a is a different offering - cheaper, no touchscreen, more budget feel. If you have a strict budget, it's great, but if you can afford a bit more and value a convertible with a touchscreen I'd weigh up the Lenovo Flex 3i that you're already looking at (here: ua-cam.com/video/S3cosESb7mY/v-deo.html ) against the Acer Spin 311 (here: ua-cam.com/video/CcH9JZRkJLI/v-deo.html ).
@@MergeDroid is the N4020 processor fine? I can get the flex 3 with it for 179.00
@@jridge6 Yes, the Intel Celeron N4020 is great in a Chromebook, good balance of performance for browsing/media whilst at the same time balanced against battery life. What currency is the 179? Is it the 32GB model or 64GB model? I'm sure you'll be happy with it either way.
@@MergeDroid USD, and is just 32 but figured I can grab a micro SD
@@jridge6 That's a good price, Where from? Here's what I do for extra storage for offline media etc - ua-cam.com/video/60Ngcm87ju4/v-deo.html 32GB for an Chromebook like this should be plenty for most people if you're using it as intended, e.g. working on files in the cloud.
Love how he played roblox on it because I needed to see if Roblox would crash while it so thanks
Ah, brilliant, glad to help and no issues with it running Roblox. More on Roblox and gaming on a Chromebook in the playlist here: ua-cam.com/play/PLNSLoCmFMc8pCp1JX8QH02cTi1Vq2hJFY.html Please do consider a like and subscribe if the content is useful, it's really appreciated.
You might like this new short showing how Roblox runs on the ASUS Flip C433 too - ua-cam.com/users/shortsp6ssh9ibnS4?feature=share
*BLACK FRIDAY / CYBER MONDAY 2022 - Overview video: **ua-cam.com/video/XZkcPzTmFoY/v-deo.html*
*LaptopsDirect have this as a grade A refurb for £99 - search quick find code 1562032 on their site.*
I bought this last weekend from curry’s for £149, then I saw it new, opened box on eBay with a voucher for £109....I’ve noticed it’s back up to over £200 now. Lenovo ideapad 3 flex 3 is available for £159, that has a touch screen? I bought it to use for UA-cam and ultimate guitar, for guitar tutorials and tabs ...should I change it out?....I haven’t opened the HP11A yet...I bought it for the 15 hour battery use...instead of using a tablet. Is mediatek better than intel what I need it for ?
Hi Julie, I'd return the £149 HP 11a, as you see it can be much cheaper as a grade A refurb, even sub £100 recently (see my Tweets). Are you looking at an Intel based Flex 3? If so, which generation - ua-cam.com/video/thiDJ_cNnQU/v-deo.html ? The gen. 6 has had some good price action recently and was available as low as £149 at Currys (and still is - again, check my Tweets or see item 588831 at Currys). My only concern for you is you say you want it for UA-cam use and the speakers are a bit of a disappointment as you'll see in the video I linked, also a full initial impressions here - ua-cam.com/video/98T4ULPKK4k/v-deo.html
@@MergeDroid I'll be running it through my amp..mixing it ...like an aux ..iPod/mp3 player so won't be concerned about the volume...I saw the Lenovo flex on Currys for £10 more...I bought the HP11a for the battery length ...you think I should take it back and get the Lenovo ..I thought I might aswell get a tablet for the touchscreen...but didn't need everything else ..as I saw mainly UA-cam and ultimate guitar app
@@julierobson2569 In your case I'd get the gen. 6. Flex 3 with the Intel Celeron N4500 processor for £149 while you can (not the MT8183 or N4020 gen. 5 version). You'll still get great battery life, you'll double the storage (to 64GB), have a newer processor, an extra year of ChromeOS updates and a nicer interface (keyboard, touchpad and the IPS touchscreen of course).....as well as it being convertible. The HP 11a might have the edge on battery life (but not by much) and the trade off is the TN screen it has.
@@MergeDroid thanks...I thought the HP was better for 15 hours as oppose to 10 hours on the Lenovo? And Mediatek was ok for my needs ? But intel is better?
@@julierobson2569 Just to help me understand, is the battery life the biggest concern? Using it for your music would you not be indoors/near power(?) If it's the number 1 concern the HP 11a might be better, but as I mention the main power saving is due to the TN screen. With regards to Intel or Mediatek.....the MT8183 is great, you can even get a Flex 3 with one, but the newer N4500 does bring an edge in general performance that I am noticing. The other processor consideration is if you need ARM compatibility for certain apps, some games for example.
Where are the F keys?
Chromebooks don't have F keys as such, but there is always a common set of 'function' keys of a sort on the top row that do a lot of really useful things (page back, page forward, refresh, go full screen, see running windows, brightness up and down, mute, volume up and down, lock and power if it's not a physical side button. Hope this helps and reassures you BTW, if you're considering this HP 11a, also compare it to this - ua-cam.com/video/zObGLgZTeDc/v-deo.html
@@MergeDroid Then how do I PRT Screen? You know, capture an image of what’s on screen.
@@SakuraandSesshomaru 'Screen Capture' as they call it in ChromeOS is very easy. Either Alt + one of those keys I just mentioned or you click down by the clock and there's a short cut. It's really nicely designed and you can switch between capturing an image (full size or a clipping) and even recording your screen.
@@MergeDroid So, the important key gestures I got from the F keys are done a different way?
Basically yes, different OS so slightly different way of doing things.
Is the screen and ips screen?
Nope, sorry. There is a higher end model available in some regions with an IPS touchscreen, but it will of course cost more and I'd really recommend comparing that closely against the excellent Acer Spin 311: ua-cam.com/video/CcH9JZRkJLI/v-deo.html
@@MergeDroid is that model 11" too?
@@AK-pr2nk Yes, both 11.6 inch screens. Did you see it (the Acer Spin 311) when I showed it in this video alongside the HP 11a?
Hi sir , iam a student which machine I have to choose ? HP NB 11 -Ak0004Nx CELR N4020 or this Chromebook , I need to do google , UA-cam, social media that's it , which machine will you prifer??
Is that second model you're looking at Windows machine?
@@MergeDroid I have two options first one is - HP NB 11ak0004 second one is - Lenovo Chromebook c 330 2 in 1 , which should I take ?? If I choose HP windows laptop storage only 64 gb , I scare to choose it , mostly iam using Google and social media,
You can certainly do all those things on a Chromebook and that spec. of hardware will run ChromeOS better than Windows as it's lighter. Although I use both Windows and ChromeOS I would not choose to run Windows on that spec. of hardware. Just make sure you are happy with ChromeOS, knowing you will mainly work on files in the cloud etc, not store so much locally.
@@MergeDroid I have another doubt also sir , this machine released 2020 , if I buy this Chromebook in 2022 I will have any problem for regarding updates , Google chrome will work without any problem for 6 to 7 years ??
@@libinvarghese53 The AUE date when ChromeOS updates will end is based on when the Chromebook was released, not when say you or I purchase it sadly. Chromebooks with the MT8183 processor like the HP 11a in this video have an AUE date of June 2028. See my video on AUE dates to help work it out for any others and/or feel free to ask - ua-cam.com/users/shortsCbimPPQm_Ko
Does it have linux beta support
Yes 👍 See my video on how to Install Minecraft on a Chromebook for how to turn it on, I recorded that on the HP 14a, but it's the same process.
@@MergeDroid can I run VS code in it for coding?
@@astrowondersai Thanks for checking the video out and hopefully the channel too for more content like this! The HP 11a featured here supports the Google Play Store, so most apps from there will be fine if there's one you use for VS Code? Can you tell me the specific name/publisher or link me to it and I can confirm 100%.
@@MergeDroid yes I want to know, Since it has Linux, Can I run visual studio code in it?
Can you please check and confirm if you can install visual studio code in it by turning on the linux option?
@@MergeDroid ua-cam.com/video/0hop2EbyNhs/v-deo.html
This is the quick video link. I want to buy it but not sure if I can install visual studio code in it 😭
Is the keyboard backlit?
No, this is an entry level budget Chromebook. Check out my playlist for Chromebooks with backlit keyboards - ua-cam.com/play/PLNSLoCmFMc8rW8u50RD4fDlVMVVLDnq0J.html
@@MergeDroid thanks man
You're welcome 👍
Is the this Chromebook can play PUBG or Cod hope lt gets notice
Checking from another Chromebook, via the Google Play store 'PUBG Mobile' and 'Call of Duty: Mobile Season 5' are available to install. I expect therefore it will be available on the HP for install also and hopefully play OK....HOWEVER, I would say in 2024 you can probably find a Chromebook with a newer processor than the MT8183 for the same money though that will handle things, especially gamimg, better. Also options with nicer displays. Check some of my recent review videos and deal posts on X/Twitter for some idea or drop me a question in comments.
@@MergeDroid oh ok but is there like you know other games than Roblox that can work on the HP Chromebook 11a cause this is the only I can afford
@@TheShadow-r8w You can think about cloud gaming via GeForce Now for example - ua-cam.com/users/shortssvUgqbXZXIs Where are you based? Just to give an idea, as a refub right now in the UK this is available for one hundred pounds, about one hundred and twenty six USD - ua-cam.com/video/VtcLeh5tqXg/v-deo.html It's got the Celeron N4500 from 2021, 8GB RAM and an IPS non-touch FHD display.
@@MergeDroid oh ok thank you very much
@@TheShadow-r8w You're welcome. Let us know what you find / go for in the end and please do check out the channel and X/Twitter for more Chromebook content including deals.
*BLACK FRIDAY DEALS: . See Past updates section below for previous best price during Black Friday period. In the UK pick this up from Currys Clearance on ebay as a grade A refurb for just £93.82 with code 'MORESAVINGS' - search for item: 353389662859. In the US the best price looks to be Walmart for a renewed version at $139.70. Amazon links to check against in the video description. Please comment with the best deal in your region, don't include links as your comment won't post - although it'll show for you (not allowed by UA-cam).*
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*Up to 25/11/21: The best price in the UK now looks like £149.97 for this new from Laptops Direct on their website.*
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Sir ,Asus chromebook celeron vs HP kampion 500 which one is better ?
Do you know which version Celeron you're comparing to?
@@MergeDroid Dual core Celeron N4020
@@MergeDroid and In HP Chromebook Mediatech companio 500 is used
@@MergeDroid please sir tell me which laptop will be a better for me ☺️
Against the MT8183 they are really similar enough. You will get an extra year of ChromeOS updates with the MediaTek option. Check the ports and connectivity on both machines though, I'd imagine the MediaTek based on may have less USB connections for example. Otherwise only be concerned if you need ARM compatibility for certain games from the Google Play Store, if so, go for the MediaTek. Hope this helps.
Is it 64 bit operating system?
Welcome to the channel. Fairly certain it is 32 bit. Why do you ask?
I needed to give online exam operating system should be 64 bit
@@sangam578 Ah, sorry to hear. Why not check out my videos on the Lenovo Flex 5i - ua-cam.com/video/SsB8-DfNxWg/v-deo.html and the Acer Spin 513 - ua-cam.com/video/dw1LMxbi5Ys/v-deo.html - both running 64 bit Chrome OS. Good luck with your exam.
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