View at Amazon in your region: amzn.to/3unXw6T / amzn.to/3umO3wC or alternate UK link to 128GB storage model: amzn.to/3SJtYtL (my affiliate link). ✨ Find/follow/support the channel: linktr.ee/mergedroid ✨ Check out the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3i Chromebook Plus I compared to the ASUS: kzread.info/dash/bejne/doJsq6mMm8uzhpc.html

You are a mind reader! Been looking for a review for this model, many thanks! Superb review

@MergeDroid

4 ай бұрын

Excellent and thank you! I was actually just about to reply to your comment on my Slim 3i review to say this would be another contender for you to consider. What are your thoughts on this CX34?

Lovely reviews man 🎉

@MergeDroid

2 ай бұрын

Ah, thanks so much, glad you're liking them! What do you think of this CX34?

Thank you for the advice!

@MergeDroid

3 ай бұрын

Really glad to be able to help and greatly appreciate your Super Thanks!

Nice review. Many thanks.

@MergeDroid

Күн бұрын

Cheers, glad you like it and appreciate you commenting 👍 Looking to get a new Chromebook and considering this one?

Great review - thank you. I couldn't find any decent reviews on this CB+ but bought it anyway and it way blows out my previous Lenovo Idea Pad Flex 3 CB - even though this doesn't fold for tablet use.

@MergeDroid

4 ай бұрын

Thanks very much, glad you rate the review - means even more with you being an owner! Glad you're pleased with your CX34 too! Very different to the Flex 3, 'different tools for different jobs'. Out of interest do you know which generation you had, based on the professor being the Intel Celeron N4020 or N4500 (or maybe even the MT8183)?

@chrisbrown6544

4 ай бұрын

@@MergeDroid not sure which version I had... I'll try and check and let you know

@MergeDroid

4 ай бұрын

Thanks and no worries either way. It's a series of Chromebooks I really like, especially this latest gen - kzread.info/dash/bejne/oJdqtK-mZ72ferQ.html

I like your reviews. I have one of these, a Slim 3i and a Duet 5. I like them all.

@MergeDroid

2 ай бұрын

Cheers Andrew, I'm glad to hear that. Especially coming from an owner of a pretty nice line up of Chromebooks, including some I've reviewed! Hopefully I'll get to take a look at a Duet 5 sometime too. You may have seen my review of the ASUS Detachable CM3 / CL3, the Duet 5 looks like a further evolution of some of the design features from it. It looks like tablet and detachable form factor will continue to be important in the Chromebook world.

@Bad_P0tato

2 ай бұрын

Which one has the best keyboard?

@MergeDroid

2 ай бұрын

Which Chromebooks are you asking to compare the keyboards of here?

@Bad_P0tato

2 ай бұрын

​@@MergeDroidAsus cx34 plus and Lenovo slim 3i plus. They're both on offer for the 8gb 256 versions and I can't decide. I'm mainly going to be using it for writing and somev record said the Lenovo keyboard feels strange?

@MergeDroid

2 ай бұрын

@Bad_P0tato just replied on your other comment on this 👍

This is the one i'm looking at. Under £200 seems mad! Need to keep my eye out

@MergeDroid

4 ай бұрын

Yes, I was really happy/lucky to see this come up as a refurb at £160 - all about the timing when the ebay vouchers come up. There was another available, so not sure if my post on X helped anyone who follows me, give a follow there if useful for future posts. Just comparing a lot of my recent Chromebook purchases to similar specs I was getting even a year ago, the value in terms of spec per £ is only getting better it seems!

@sndrs

4 ай бұрын

@@MergeDroid I just followed on twitter so hopefully I can grab a good deal soon!

@MergeDroid

4 ай бұрын

@@sndrs Hope it helps. Some other Chromebooks to keep an eye on.... If you haven't already I'd also recommend checking out the Lenovo I showed in this video, the Slim 3i Chromebook Plus (with the Core i3-N305): kzread.info/dash/bejne/doJsq6mMm8uzhpc.html There's also the Acer 314 with the same i3-N305, 8GB RAM etc, but doesn't have the Chromebook Plus update: kzread.info/dash/bejne/a3x60dClcs25cdo.html If you wanted to look at a larger 15 inch Chromebook Plus model this HP 15a could also be worth considering: kzread.info/dash/bejne/dqeWptuHqpewdNI.html

@sndrs

4 ай бұрын

@@MergeDroid Yeah I've watched quite a few vids on your channel! Just a case of the price I guess. I was decided on the CX34 because of the CPU but sad to hear the heat and battery take a hit. Maybe the N305 would be a better choice in that regard.

@MergeDroid

4 ай бұрын

@@sndrs Yeah usual trade off with power and heat/battery life unfortunately. - none of which is 'extreme', but worth being aware of. Pros and cons both ways and probably comes down to how you use it. Hopefully I'll get to do some direct comparison videos between some of those Chromebooks that may help further, but in the mean time if any of them come up at a bargain price you're unlikely to be disappointed.

How did you get Sonic playing? we're you playing and did the PlayStation controller connect natively or do you need software?

@MergeDroid

22 күн бұрын

Hi, I think I'm using a MegaDrive emulator (MD.emu) from the Google Play Store, but there's also a version of Sonic you can download there. As for the PS4 controller - kzread.infozqgJQabR0UE

Before asking the question, I want to thank you for the content you make. I'd like to know if you've tried LumaFusion for basic 1080p video editing on the ASUS Chromebook Plus. I'm looking for a laptop for exams, but I would also like to be able to edit videos of maximum 10 minutes in Full HD eventually. What do you think about the performance of this Chromebook for these types of tasks? Thank you very much for your help.

@MergeDroid

2 ай бұрын

Thank you, that's much appreciated and I'm glad you're enjoying the content. I'm actually planning to test LumaFusion out myself and possibly edit one of my videos in it and/or make a video about it. So right now I can't really comment, but I would think this Chromebook should be able to handle things there with 1080p content. I think for what you're looking for this is likely a very good choice. You may also see my video on the Acer 515 Chromebook Plus that uses the 12th and 13th gen Intel Core processors and I believe it's the same for the Acer 514 Chromebook Plus, they could be with considering.

@CuriosasPERSONAS

2 ай бұрын

@@MergeDroid thank you so much

@MergeDroid

2 ай бұрын

No worries. Please do stay subscribed and with the bell ticked and if I get to make any content around LumFusion on the Chromebook you'll be sure to see it 🛎 ✅

@CuriosasPERSONAS

2 ай бұрын

@@MergeDroid great, I'll keep an eye on the channel to see the lumafusion test on this asus chromebook plus

@MergeDroid

2 ай бұрын

Cool. I can't guarantee when, so feel free to check in with any questions in the meanwhile.

what a great price!. It would even be cheap for me to import one from UK. In Sweden it cost (converter from SEK) 525 GBP, and even if its refurbished, its not like its a old computer. What emulator did you run Sonic in? I did not even think about that you can pair a PS4 to the chromebook, thanks for the tip :) I have the Lenovo Chrombook plus with same cpu.. its snappy!. I have a 12th i5-12600k on my desktop now, and I dont feel any difference browsing really.

@MergeDroid

4 ай бұрын

Thanks, yes this was a great bargain. That's a really high price for you, are all Chromebooks extra expensive or some brands 'worse' than others? For Sonic, that's actually the Sonic CD game from the Google Play Store. I haven't tried any Mega CD emulators for I do use one for Mega Drive (Genesis) games, that's called MD.emu and available in the Play Store. I think it may be a paid one but a low price from memory and well worth it. Yeah, the trusty PS4 controller is great on the Chromebook. Lots of other options too, I have some 'how to' videos in my Chromebook Gaming Playlist: kzread.info/head/PLNSLoCmFMc8pCp1JX8QH02cTi1Vq2hJFY Ah yes, from your other posts I remember/see you have the Flex 5i Chromebook Plus, hopefully I'll be hands on with one of those one day. I still have my older Flex 5i with a 10th Gen Core i3.

@AndrewTSq

4 ай бұрын

@@MergeDroid ah, will check out Sonic CD game and your how to video :) Thanks! Never thought about it, but the cpu in these machines must be easily capable of playing lots of emulators.

@MergeDroid

4 ай бұрын

@AndrewTSq great. Yeah, even the lowest powered Chromebook can happily emulate some of the nostalgic consoles so plenty of fun to be had. You'll also find various Sonic games ported in the Play Store too like the mentioned Sonic CD, most free (with ads) or a small price to remove them, all good fun.

I'm stuck between choosing the CX34 and the Slim 3i you just reviewed earlier. I'm a student and looking for a laptop for day to day use. Which one would you lean towards?

@MergeDroid

3 ай бұрын

Hi Kevin, i imagine a lot of people will be facing this same dilemma. With the Slim 3i, do you know which configuration you are looking at? If you can stretch to the version with the touchscreen, 256gb storage and the backlit keyboard I think that would have the edge over this. If you want to stick to a budget, without confusing this further have you also seen my video on the Acer Chromebook 314 with the same Core i3-N305 processor - kzread.info/dash/bejne/a3x60dClcs25cdo.html ?

@kfleish

3 ай бұрын

Thanks for your reply! I can get the Slim 3i with 128GB of storage, touch screen, and backlit keyboard for $350 USD on Lenovo's website. I can get the CX34 with the same specs, but no touchscreen for $400 on Target's website. I like the aesthetics of the CX34 better and I like that there are USB-C ports on both sides for ease of charging, but it feels like the Slim 3i is an overall better deal. Which one do you enjoy using more? Thanks again!

@MergeDroid

3 ай бұрын

​@h no problem - glad to help give some advice and my thoughts on this. Thanks for the extra detail - it really helps. I think in your situation I'd be going for that Slim 3i deal. I plan to do a video comparing these two ranges, but in your specific case for the models and specs you are looking at with your current pricing, here are my particular reasons why/thoughts: Pros for the Lenovo over the ASUS: 1.) Aesthetics (subjective) - You mention you prefer the aesthetics of the CX34 - but in what sense? As you're in the US I assume it's the white model, which looks kinda cool, but makes the backlit keyboard less practical as I show in the video. I'd also say just picking the two devices up, the aluminium keyboard on the Lenovo gives it a premium feel over the CX34 with it's smooth plastic top, which in my opinion is too smooth and makes it feel less premium, but I appreciate that's subjective. 2.) Display - as you mention you'll be getting the touch screen, that's a big plus. As well as touch it's also got 100% sRGB colour space coverage on that version (compared to the one I have), that's not to be overlooked compared to the ~55%-65% coverage of the ASUS. 3.) Battery life - based on my use so far I think the Core i3-N305 should sip the battery a little more gently than the Core i3 12th Gen in the ASUS. 4.) AUE date - the Lenovo will have an extra year of ChromeOS updates, finishing in June 2033 rather than June 2032 for the ASUS. 5.) Price - in your case the Lenovo is cheaper too, which helps in general with the comparison overall. To try and balance this, to show what you may miss out on... Pros for the ASUS over the Lenovo: 1.) Dual USB C - as you point out it's nice having the option of a second USB C port and the ability to charge from their side of your desk. 2.) Processing power - the ASUS will have the extra edge here as I demo in the video, but the flip side being heat / battery usage. It's not like the Lenovo is slow. 3.) Aesthetics (subjective) - only fair I include this for the ASUS too, whether in the white or grey/black with the specs in the finish it looks a bit more interesting than the Lenovo and it's a bit thinner overall. 4.) Storage - Not 100% sure on the ASUS spec you're seeing, but possible it's the 256GB storage model over the 128GB you're seeing on the Lenovo.

@kfleish

3 ай бұрын

Wow. Thank you for the pros and cons list. That truly helps! The price and the better screen pushes me towards the Slim 3i for sure now. I'm gonna donate to your sub for helping me out. Your videos and advice are a great resource.

@MergeDroid

3 ай бұрын

@@kfleish You're welcome - look forward to hearing your thoughts on it when you get it. Just seen your Super Thanks, I'll reply directly to that!

Hi boss, i live in France and i have the choice between this one in white, and the HP Chromebook Plus 15a with the N305. I just want to play at Football Manager with Steam, that's the only game i will use. I don't know which one to buy, i like the fact the HP one will have better battery life, less heat, and maybe less noise fan ( such a shame there is no fanless chromebook Plus) I don't know of you can help me Thanks :)

@MergeDroid

3 ай бұрын

Hi, sure. Either are nice options. If anyone else is reading this my video on the HP 15a Chromebook Plus model is here: kzread.info/dash/bejne/dqeWptuHqpewdNI.html I can try and help give you some considerations between the ASUS and the HP - * The ASUS has a backlit keyboard, the HP doesn't (double check the specs of the one you're looking at to confirm please). As mentioned, the white ASUS CX34 with the backlit keyboard won't be the most practical, but still better than none. * The HP with the Core i3-N305 will have an extra year of ChromeOS updates to the AUE date of June 2033 vs June 2032 for the ASUS CX34 with the Core i3 12th Gen. * The HP offers the larger 15.6 inch screen vs the 14 inch screen on the ASUS - but again different size/weight considerations so really depends on your preference? * The HP keyboard offers the dedicated number pad due to its size - handy if you're in spreadsheets a lot etc. * Both have fans, from my experience and as the ASUS is more powerful with the Core i3 12th gen it will generate a bit more heat and I'd say get through the battery a little quicker, so the slightly less powerful HP may be a bit quieter/less hot and last a little longer, but it does have a larger screen to power also. Not to confuse things further, but a couple of other options to see if available: * Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3i Chromebook Plus: kzread.info/dash/bejne/doJsq6mMm8uzhpc.html * Lenovo Flex 3i (12.2 inch with N100 processor): kzread.info/dash/bejne/oJdqtK-mZ72ferQ.html If you wanted a fanless Chromebook, not a Chromebook Plus but the spec I have in the video ticks all the boxes apart from the processor. Also convertible and touch. A smaller 12.2 inch screen. Hope this helps - let me know.

I'm studying mediadesign and been looking for a good model to work with adobe and large files in Microsoft office for the exams. The look is totally fine for me. Would you recommend this model for my use?

@MergeDroid

4 күн бұрын

Hi, I think I it'll come down to if you're familiar and happy with how you use MS Office on a Chromebook, through the Microsoft 365 app, I did a recent video on the improved integration - kzread.info/dash/bejne/fmyetcV7crydY6Q.html You could also consider if an open source local install of something like Libre Office would work for you - kzread.info/dash/bejne/f6xmkttqe9nFh6w.html For Adobe double check you're happy with the apps, I assume this is how you'd access it? Let me know if you want me to check the compatibility of a particular Adobe app.

@alina8256

4 күн бұрын

@@MergeDroid first of all: thank you for the response and the videos/your content of course!! I'd use both over the app, mostly I'll use Photoshop and Illustrator from Adobe. I just don't want anything to crash or to be limited because of the chromebook I choose :)

@MergeDroid

4 күн бұрын

@alina8256 you're welcome, it's great to help in these situations and I know what a big/important choice this is, especially for study. Sounds like you're happy with ChromeOS, so picking a Chromebook Plus model is a great move, you'll have a decent processor and 8GB RAM min, like in this Acer. You could also check my playlist of other Chromebook Plus models offer any advantage to you - kzread.info/head/PLNSLoCmFMc8qm1a5XOh5p3JMh4S2qPm6U

@MergeDroid

4 күн бұрын

Maybe I particular check my video on the Acer Vero in the Chromebook Plus Playlist. When I mention the display I highlight that is has 100 percent coverage of the SRGB colour space, I imagine for your design work this is quite an important factor or at least a bonus to watch out for? You can also see my recent video from the Google event and mention of the new Chromebook Plus hardware on the way in case you feel it's worth waiting for any of that. Where abouts are you based? 🗺

@alina8256

4 күн бұрын

@@MergeDroid I'll definitely watch my way through your reviews! Right now the chromebook from this video is on sale and I'll definitely try it. At some point I'll definitely upgrade to a PC 🙏🏻

"if you follow me on X" I got so confused. why did they have to rename it to a single letter

@MergeDroid

4 ай бұрын

Ah yes, only Elon can answer that one 😂 I've tried to make an effort to accept it has changed and call it X now.... but in my head it's still Twitter 🐦 😎

Can you increase the RAM and upgrade the hard drive in these?

@MergeDroid

2 ай бұрын

Hi Paul, the RAM will be soldered to the board. The storage will be soldered if you go for the 128GB or 256GB levels, as mentioned those are UFS, but with the 512GB being M.2 that in theory could be replaced, but unlikely to be straightforward.

Should i buy this one in india??? What do you suggest.. please reply

@MergeDroid

Ай бұрын

Hi, greetings to India! Yes, this is a great option if you're liking what you see in the review and you are after a 14 inch Chromebook Plus. Obviously you need to be happy with the price you're paying too. Why not compare to some of the other Chromebook Plus models too - kzread.info/head/PLNSLoCmFMc8qm1a5XOh5p3JMh4S2qPm6U

@digsawai

Ай бұрын

@@MergeDroid or should i go with acer or lenovo...and one more question is chrome os better than windows os?? Currently i am using ubuntu..

@MergeDroid

Ай бұрын

Please watch my reviews on the others to see what you need to know about them. Then cross check the exact spec of the versions you have available to buy, as there can often be differences. This video will help you identify the exact spec of any Lenovo for example: kzread.info/dash/bejne/lnybrc5tlbDdeaQ.html A lot will come down to your personal preferences and use cases. Hopefully I will get to produce a comparison video in the near future between some of them. As for is ChromeOS better than Windows - that's definitely even more subjective. It's certainly lighter and 'cleaner' in my mind and for 90% of what I do I prefer ChromeOS. You have Google Play Store and Linux compatibility, if that of course along with the Chrome browser delivers what you need, then I don't think you'll be disappointed. Let me know what you think of if you're narrowing your choice down and want my view.

Great review, but the speaker placement is not for me

@MergeDroid

4 ай бұрын

Thanks, glad it was useful, even if to rule this one out for you. It is a shame they couldn't have them up on the keyboard deck like they do on the Acer 314 (but sadly no Chromebook Plus update, despite the spec of the machine being enough): kzread.info/dash/bejne/a3x60dClcs25cdo.html

Hey should I get the asus Chromebook cx 14 inch display with the n5 proc 4gb ram or n4 proc with 8gb ram both the same price

@MergeDroid

3 ай бұрын

What are the full numbers of those processors, N4500 and N5100 perhaps? The ASUS CX14 will be similar to the ASUS CX15 I reviewed with the Celeron N4500 here: kzread.info/dash/bejne/lGyTj6ecfdrQhrA.html

@iDetoxedMyTeam

3 ай бұрын

@@MergeDroid yes the n4500 has a 8gb ram but the n5100 has 4gb ram same price . What would be the better option?

@MergeDroid

3 ай бұрын

I would go for the N4500 with the 8GB RAM, but check my review linked in my last reply on the CX15 (the 15.6 inch display version compared to the CX14 with the 14 inch display).

@iDetoxedMyTeam

3 ай бұрын

@@MergeDroid both are lpddr4x ram but n5100 has 4gb ram lpddr4x n4500 has 8gb ram lpddr4x

@MergeDroid

3 ай бұрын

Yup, see last reply 👍

do you know how to like get sponsors from companys??

@MergeDroid

4 ай бұрын

You can reach out to companies and brands as well as them approaching you directly. Are you thinking I should have a sponsor?

@moxchien

4 ай бұрын

go for it@@MergeDroid

@MergeDroid

4 ай бұрын

Thanks for the encouragement. For this video I'm my own sponsor 😂...so please support in all the usual ways to please the algorithm and consider following me elsewhere too: linktr.ee/mergedroid

Can it be flipped 360?

@MergeDroid

2 ай бұрын

No, see 4:24 In some regions there is the convertible ASUS Chromebook Vibe CX34 Flip model, my affiliate link to check your region: amzn.to/3PEXLSf or alternate UK link: amzn.to/4cCf8NE (again, my affiliate link). Not an exact copy of the CX34 in my video though that they have just added a covertible body to, so do review it carefully. If I get my hands on one I'll definitely show it on the channel so please consider a sub and clicking the bell for the future.

How do I get Ethernet?

@MergeDroid

2 ай бұрын

Hi, with something like this if you're on the go - kzread.info/dash/bejne/goGF0LV6Z8iuiNo.html or if you want a desk solution with more options - kzread.info/dash/bejne/nIaFupVthdaooKQ.html

my son I bought a satisfied dream

@MergeDroid

2 ай бұрын

The dream of ChromeOS? 😎 He's pleased with the CX34?

@rorystorm4284

Ай бұрын

Huh?

@MergeDroid

Ай бұрын

I think it's a positive comment 👍

I've just posted to X (19/02/24), there's a Grade B refurb from Currys Clearance on ebay in the UK for £179.40 ($227 USD), search for item no. 355372396869 or see my post on X.

@DeadMouseWater

3 ай бұрын

I found one for 100 dollars pic it up tomorrow son