Acer Chromebook 15 (CB5-571-C09S)

The latest Chromebook from Acer will be the biggest ever, physically speaking. The whole category Chromebook thrive, with cheap 10- and 11-inch systems selling for less than $ 300. Several models bump up the price to add one or two unique features, with manufacturers launch the dice to see which particular features differentiate their Chromebook enough to grab attention in a very crowded market. The Acer Chromebook 15 (CB5-571-C09S) ($ 349.99 as tested) is betting on size, with a 15-inch model to the largest of any Chromebook never sold. But a large enough display to replace the HP Chromebook 11 (Verizon LTE) $ 299.00 at Best Buy our Editors' Choice?

Design
First of all, the Chromebook 15 is great. Measuring 0.97 by 15.08 by 9.65 inches (HWD) and weighs 4.85 pounds, it is the largest-based Chrome OS laptop, and it is considerably larger than the likes of 11-inch models like HP Chromebook 11 (Verizon LTE) (0.69 by 7.68 by 11.69 inches) or 13-inchers, like the Chromebook Acer C300 (C300MA-DB01) $ 199.99 with WalMart (0.8 by 13 by 9 inches ) or the Toshiba Chromebook 2 CB35-B3340 $ 319.00 at Amazon (0.71 by 12.9 by 9 inches). Laptop with cheap plastic construction, available in white or black, with a textured pattern across the lid and underside. Although not as slim and sleek as some other models, it is not like other budget-friendly, 15-inch laptop we tested.

There are several advantages to a larger size. For example, a broader, deeper chassis for features like a bigger display and bigger battery. Boasts 15.6-inch screen full HD (1920-by-1080 pixel) resolution, which is something we've seen in some other Chromebook, such as Acer Chromebook 13 (CB5-311-T9B0) $ 259.00 at Amazon , but not on this scale. The closest that any model offered in terms of the size of the HP Pavilion Chromebook 14 Beach Camera $ 329.99, which is essentially a 14-inch ultrabook load up on Google's Chrome OS.

The larger chassis also means there is more room for the keyboard. In this case, that means the same full-size, chiclet-style version of the Acer sees the 11- and 13-inch models, with some features specific to Chrome-like dedicated search button and a row of function instead of the F1-F12 keys Chrome. The wider expanse of the keyboard means that Acer will be able to put in two stereo speaker on its side. Offers the upward facing speakers very sound rather wonderful audio. Watching the trailer for Star Wars: The Force Awakens, the John Williams theme I got strong enough to fill the room, and there was no noticeable distortion or buzz, even if the sound is turned all the way up.

In addition to the keyboard and speakers, the laptop has a good-size touchpad, supporting Chrome motion controls, such as two-finger scrolling, three-finger swipe, and tap two fingers instead of Right click.