Systems to run Google Drive on a budget.
| Pricing Model | Freemium |
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| Platforms | Android, Android (Amazon App Store), Chrome OS, Linux, Mac OS X, Windows, iOS |
Google Docs, Google Sheets and Google Slides are a word processor, a spreadsheet and a presentation program respectively, all part of a free, web-based software office suite offered by Google within its Google Drive service. The suite allows users to create and edit documents online while collaborating with other users in real-time.
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Computer Specs to Look For
If you're conducting your own search, the following specs are the most common in mass-produced PCs capable of running Google Drive at a basic level:
Compatible Ready-Made Systems
The following Systems meet the minimal system requirements set by Google Drive's developers. So, it should run, but you might experience slowdowns when working with larger, heavier files.
Matches are sorted by price, so if what you see doesn't match your expectations and you can afford to pay more, feel free to move on to the next page.
Lenovo 14-inch IdeaPad 3 Chromebook (82KN0002CF)
ranked #3 among Laptops priced under $500
Even by Chromebook standards, this netbook is a bit humble, but it's a cost-efficient solution for everyday needs.
A few characteristics could impe
Performance in selected Apps
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Who it's For
- Casual Worker
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Specs
Operating System
Linux, Android, Chrome OS
Screen
14", 1366×768(1366 × 768, 1MP), Multiple Monitor Support
CPU
MediaTek MT8183
GPU
ARM Mali-G72
Memory
4 GB
Storage
32 GB total, Media Card Reader, eMMC Storage (slow)
Pricing
Asus C523NA 15-inch Chromebook (C523NA-BB02-CB)
ranked #5 among Laptops priced under $500
With an unusually large screen for a Chromebook, this model trades some of its portability to give the user additional room to work. If you find readi
Performance in selected Apps
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Who it's For
- Casual Worker
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Specs
Operating System
Android, Chrome OS
Screen
15", 1366×768(1366 × 768, 1MP), Multiple Monitor Support
CPU
Intel Celeron N3350
GPU
Intel HD Graphics 505
Memory
4 GB
Storage
64 GB total, Media Card Reader, eMMC Storage (slow)
Pricing
Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14-inch Netbook (82GW0047CF)
ranked #6 among Laptops priced under $500
Built for price-effectiveness above all, this laptop might still be worth a look if you're happy with products from the Microsoft store. It's not a po
Performance in selected Apps
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Who it's For
- Casual Worker
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Specs
Operating System
Windows 10, S Edition
Screen
14", 1366×768(1366 × 768, 1MP), Multiple Monitor Support
CPU
AMD 3020e
GPU
AMD Radeon Vega 3 Graphics
Memory
4 GB
Storage
64 GB total, Media Card Reader, eMMC Storage (slow)
Pricing
HP 14-inch Laptop (14-fq0008ca)
ranked #7 among Laptops priced under $500
This laptop is as modest as it gets, but if you need more versatility than a Chromebook can offer, this could be worth a look.
Luckily, this laptop
Performance in selected Apps
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Who it's For
- Casual Worker
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| Power | |
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Specs
Operating System
Windows 10, S Edition
Screen
14", 1366×768(1366 × 768, 1MP), Multiple Monitor Support
CPU
AMD 3020e
GPU
AMD Radeon Vega 3 Graphics
Memory
4 GB
Storage
64 GB total, Media Card Reader, eMMC Storage (slow)
Pricing
Lenovo IdeaPad Duet 10.1" Touchscreen 2-in-1 Chromebook (ZA6F0008CA)
This affordable tablet has a lot to offer, with a full-featured web browser, access to the Android App Store. Thanks to the bundled cover, it's also s
Performance in selected Apps
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Who it's For
- Multitasker
- Casual Worker
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Specs
Operating System
Android, Chrome OS
Screen
10", 1920×1200(1920 × 1200, 2.3MP), IPS Display (incl. PLS, AHVA, etc.), Touch Screen
CPU
MediaTek Helio P60T
GPU
ARM Mali-G72
Memory
4 GB
Storage
128 GB total, eMMC Storage (slow)
Pricing
Asus C523NA 15.6" Chromebook (C523NA-BS01-CB)
With an unusually large screen for a Chromebook, this model could be of interest if you care less about portability than having space to work. This co
Performance in selected Apps
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Who it's For
- Casual Worker
Compared Overall
| Bang for the Buck | |
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| Versatility | |
| Power | |
| Storage Space | |
| Portability | |
| Battery Autonomy |
Specs
Operating System
Android, Chrome OS
Screen
15", 1366×768(1366 × 768, 1MP), Multiple Monitor Support
CPU
Intel Celeron N3350
GPU
Intel HD Graphics 505
Memory
4 GB
Storage
64 GB total, Media Card Reader, eMMC Storage (slow)