Samsung Chromebook Pro XE510C24-K01US
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Average of 11 scores (from 21 reviews)
Reviews for the Samsung Chromebook Pro XE510C24-K01US
Source: Techradar
Archive.org versionThe Samsung Chromebook Pro skews a little too heavily towards being an Android tablet. Regardless, it’s a solid hybrid that brings us one step closer to the perfect marriage between Chrome OS and Android.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 11/15/2017
Rating: Total score: 90%
Source: Engadget
Archive.org versionIf you're the type of user who is more interested in a great display or S Pen support, the Pro is definitely worth a look. It can do double duty as a stylus-driven tablet and a solid laptop better than the Chromebook Flip. But for the average computer user who wants a comfortable laptop that can last all day, the Pro comes up just a little short.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 08/25/2017
Rating: Total score: 79%
Source: Toptenreviews
Archive.org versionThis is the perfect Chrome OS device for users needing an Android tablet for 70 to 90% of the time that flips back into a traditional laptop for writing emails and the odd article. If your use case is the same, this is the hybrid you need.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 06/30/2017
Rating: Total score: 90%
Source: Chrome Unboxed
Archive.org versionI’ll be straightforward: I wasn’t crazy-excited about the Pro showing up. Don’t get me wrong, I was happy to get one for review and happy to take another look. I just wasn’t excited like I was back in January.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 06/01/2017
Source: Laptop Mag
Archive.org versionThe Samsung Chromebook Pro and Plus are the first Chromebooks to include an embedded stylus and support Android apps as soon as you log in. The lightweight, aluminum chassis and crisp, vivid display also help define these machines as premium 2-in-1s. However, if you don't need the stylus or premium screen, Asus's Chromebook Flip C302CA costs $50 less, has a much better keyboard and offers more internal storage; it does not come with Google Play preloaded, but you can easily get it.
Comparison, online available, Very Long, Date: 02/24/2017
Source: Techno Buffalo
Archive.org versionI love my Chromebook Flip and I didn’t think I was in the market for an upgrade. I take that computer with me when I want something really light, or if I’ve forgotten to charge my iPad Pro. When I really need to get work done, though, I still rely on my MacBook Pro or Surface Book, both of which cost well more than twice the price of this Chromebook Pro.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 02/10/2017
Rating: Total score: 80%
Source: Wired Magazine
Archive.org versionLuckily, you get to wait and see if Google fixes the Pro’s many problems. I’ll be back here to let you know how that goes. But for right now, know this: the dream of the just-right Chromebook is alive inside this machine, but it’s still just out of reach.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 02/10/2017
Rating: Total score: 60%
Source: Ubergizmo English
Archive.org versionIt is always important to evaluate if a mix of online and Android apps can get the job done for your specific use case, but if that is the case, you should consider the Samsung Chromebook Pro.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 02/10/2017
Rating: Total score: 90%
Source: Yahoo
Archive.org versionSee, Google has programmed the Plus and Pro to understand how most people write. As a result, the Chromebooks are able to predict how fast you’re jotting something down, and all but eliminate the kind of lag that makes writing with a stylus feel unnatural. The Plus and Pro’s displays are also pressure sensitive — so if you press hard while writing, you’ll see a wider, darker pen stroke.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 02/10/2017
Source: Android Central
Archive.org versionThe only question for me is whether or not the Chromebook Pro's Intel Core m3 processor is worth the $100 bump in price over the Chromebook Plus model with an ARM chip. Assuming that performance holds up on the Plus, this hardware is even more enticing at just $450. Either way, this line is an excellent one-two punch that brings Samsung back into the conversation of lust-worthy Chromebooks while also diversifying Google's overall Chromebook market with two more great choices.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 02/10/2017
Source: Chrome Unboxed
Archive.org versionThe Samsung Chromebook Pro isn’t perfect, but it is a step in the right direction. The combo of firm, thin, aluminum body with a mesmerizing screen simply hasn’t been done this well in a Chromebook up until now.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 02/10/2017
Source: BGR
Archive.org versionAs for pricing and availability, the Samsung Chromebook Pro will be released sometime in late April for $549. Of note, the Google Play store for Chrome will exit beta around the same time. Samsung’s more affordable ARM-powered Chromebook Plus can be preordered right now for $449 on Amazon or on Samsung’s website, and it will start shipping this Sunday, February 12th.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 02/10/2017
Source: Computerworld.com
Archive.org versionIt is not inexpensive for a Chromebook -- it will be priced at $549 when it ships at the end of April (the Chromebook Plus, which will be available this coming Sunday, will list at $449). But for a good looking and performing Chromebook with a durable metal frame, comfortable keyboard and excellent touch display, along with the included stylus, you may find it worth the cost.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 02/10/2017
Source: Android Authority
Archive.org versionThe Chromebook Pro brings Android app support, a stylus, and a rotating touch screen to the simple and easy-to-use platform of ChromeOS, to turn this super portable Chromebook into a machine that can provide a well rounded experience for both work and play.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 02/10/2017
Rating: Total score: 89% performance: 87% display: 90% mobility: 91% workmanship: 88%
Source: Laptop Mag
Archive.org versionThe Samsung Chromebook Pro is the first Chromebook (along with its sibling, the Chromebook Plus) to include an embedded stylus and support Android apps as soon as you log in. Its lightweight, aluminum chassis and crisp, vivid display also help define this machine as a premium 2-in-1. However, if you don't need the stylus or premium screen, Asus's Chromebook Flip C302CA costs $50 less, has a much better keyboard and offers more internal storage; it does not come with Google Play preloaded, but you can easily get it.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 02/10/2017
Rating: Total score: 80%
Source: CNet
Archive.org versionThe Samsung Chromebook Pro will make a believer out of many Chromebook skeptics by offering great value, features and performance for a budget-priced laptop.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 02/10/2017
Rating: Total score: 85% performance: 70% mobility: 80% workmanship: 80%
Source: Computer Shopper
Archive.org versionWe started off this review likening the Samsung Chromebook Pro to Microsoft's original Surface Pro tablet, and after putting the system through our spate of benchmarks and plenty of real-world use, we find ourselves right back to that notion. There's a lot to like about the hardware Samsung has created, including the stunning screen and slim, premium-feel design.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 02/10/2017
Rating: Total score: 70%
Source: PC Mag
Archive.org versionSamsung's premium Chromebook Pro is one of the first chromebooks to run Android apps. But it's likely only a matter of time before less expensive models roll out with the same functionality.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 02/10/2017
Source: Trusted Reviews
Archive.org versionThere’s a lot to like about Samsung’s new Chromebooks, and I think they’re the perfect Android tablet replacement. The screen is great, battery seems decent and there’s enough grunt under the hood to get the job done.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 01/07/2017
Source: It Pro
Archive.org versionTim Baxter, president and COO of Samsung Electronics America, kicked off the keynote by admitting 2016 had been a "challenging year" for the company. He later said the company would "very soon be sharing the root-cause report on the Note 7", having spent the past couple of months working with third-party experts and the company's own engineering teams to work out what had caused the supersized smartphones to overheat.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 01/05/2017
Foreign Reviews
Source: Tweakers
NL→EN Archive.org versionSingle Review, online available, Short, Date: 12/26/2017
Rating: Total score: 100%
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Model: Chromebooks are not quite as prolific as one might think. It begs the question if it is suitable for a casual blogger or even users who just wants to stay connected. While the specification may not seem earth shattering, it is worth mentioning because it will play a role in one of the chromebook’s key strength, which is battery endurance. So, what exactly does the Samsung Chromebook Pro XE510C24-K01US sport? It is powered by an Intel Core m3-6y30 processor with 4 GB of RAM and a 32 GB eMMC-based SSD. If the storage capacity seems disappointing to you at the first glance, it means you are not the target audience. For its given target audience and price it is quite nice to see that Chromebook’s out there sport high resolution displays. The Samsung Chromebook Pro XE510C24-K01US features a LED QHD 2400 x 1600 pixel screen, which is quite impressive. It is reasonably bright and vivid. Due to its aspect ratio users can get more vertical space when viewing photos or reading web pages. However, when watching videos, which are usually 16:9 or 21:9 formatted, this might feel claustrophobic due to the letterbox effect. If you are able to get used to it, this should be a minor gripe.
Another thing to mention here is its chassis design and quality, which is quite impressive for its price. The all brushed aluminium chassis looks and feels premium. It seems that Samsung that no expenses were spared. Even so its weightage is quite impressive at only 1.088 kg, which is as good as a kilo. Overall Samsung made sure the Samsung Chromebook Pro XE510C24-K01US remains light and robust to frequent travelers, who may pocket it with them. The way the Samsung Chromebook Pro XE510C24-K01US is sized means that the keyboard is will to be cramped. The distance between keys is normal, but the actual height of the individual keys is reduced, which can be annoying since you might press the wrong key. Worse still if this keyboard is targeted at bloggers, one might end up with many hours of correcting mistakes due to it. In terms of key travel, it is quite shallow. With only 1 mm of actuation it feels like there are times you might second guess yourself if you had actually pressed the key. Although on the trackpad side of things, things are a wee bit better. Tracking on the trackpad feels accurate enough.
Because the Samsung Chromebook Pro XE510C24-K01US is somewhat designed as both a notebook and tablet in mind, it includes a built-in stylus, which can be useful for note taking or even some light sketching although users shouldn’t expect much from the stylus as it lacks pressure sensitivity. Finally, battery life has to be mentioned for a device of this class, with the Samsung Chromebook Pro XE510C24-K01US scoring up to 8 hours and 43 minutes, which means the display actually ate into its battery life as expected. However, when compared to its competitors the Samsung Chromebook Pro XE510C24-K01US actually fared better. The gorgeous looking screen compensates for its slightly reduced battery life. The Samsung Chromebook Pro XE510C24-K01US performs well as a regular notebook as well as a tablet without sacrificing important features. However, it would have been somewhat better if its storage was at least 64 GB.
Hands-on article by Jagadisa Rajarathnam
Intel HD Graphics 515: Integrated GPU (GT2) with 24 EUs found on Core-m-CPUs of the Skylake generation (4,5 W TDP).
Non demanding games should be playable with these graphics cards.
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6Y30: Skylake-based ULV dual-core processor for tablets and 2-in-1 notebooks. Offers an integrated HD Graphics 515 GPU and is manufactured in 14 nm.» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Processsors.
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This range of display format is largely the upper limit for tablets and the lower limit for subnotebooks.
The advantage of subnotebooks is that the entire laptop can be small in size and therefore easily portable. The tiny display has the added advantage of requiring little power, which further improves battery life and thus mobility. The disadvantage is that reading texts is exhausting for the eyes. High resolutions, which one is used to from a standard laptop, are almost not usable.
The same applies to tablets in this size range.
» To find out how fine a display is, see our DPI List.Samsung: Samsung Group is the largest South Korean conglomerate and was founded in 1938. Samsung Group employed 489,000 people in 2014 and is one of the world's largest companies in terms of revenue and market strength. The name Samsung means "Three Stars" in Korean and represents the three sons of the company's founder. The company was founded in 1938 as a grocery store. With its subsidiary Samsung Electronics, founded in 1969, Samsung took up the production of electrotechnical items, focusing on consumer electronics and household appliances at an early stage. Other branches in which the large corporation is active include mechanical engineering, automobiles (Hyundai), insurance, wholesale, real estate and leisure. Samsung manufactures a wide range of electronic products, including smartphones, televisions, home appliances and semiconductors. The company's Galaxy line of smartphones is one of the most popular in the world. Samsung is also a major player in the semiconductor industry, making memory chips and processors for many other electronics manufacturers.
83%: This rating is slightly above average, there are somewhat more devices with worse ratings. However, clear purchase recommendations look different.
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