I wanted to speak on behalf of Chromebook. I really just said that, but Luis went a bit hard on this option. I think it has an audience, that's all I'm saying because... a number of people only use the internet and web-based apps (that's all). When they aren't home, they don't carry around a laptop... they're on a phone. So... why spend more when you can get what you need? Quality matters if you want it to go far, but... find a good balance.
I believe the average person who uses a laptop and doesn't require heavy editing or use a lot of offline programs, won't notice a difference because everything is there that they may need. The women I know who edit photos, mainly use Canva.
There are 2-in-1 Chromebooks that can give some users what they want, that's why they're still around. You get the option to draw with a pen. the Lenovo USI Stylus Pen is compatible with the Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5i.
Apps for Drawing on Chromebook:
Clip Studio Paint
Krita
Sketchbook
Ibis Paint X
Infinite Painter
ArtFlow: Paint Draw Sketchbook
Medibang Paint
Concepts: Sketch, Note, Draw
Apps for Photo Editing on Chromebook:
Canva: Design, Photo & Video
Pixlr - Photo Editor
BeFunky
Adobe Lightroom Photo & Video Editor
Adobe Photoshop Express Photo Editor
+ More
Apps for Video Editing on Chromebook:
Videoleap - Video Editor/Maker
Kapwing
WeVideo
Sumo Creative Suite
Splice - Video Editor & Maker
+ More
Apps for Audio Editing on Chromebook:
Amped Studio
BandLab
Incredibox
+ More
Google Chromebooks are pretty quick because they don't require a lot and most of the time they're affordable. I think the only time you will notice a slowdown is when you have a bunch of tabs open. When you get into the more expensive options, you are better off looking somewhere else because you're possibly looking for something that can do more (offline). If you're an artist who wants a Chromebook... because of its affordability, and you use Google on a daily basis, then a Chromebook like the Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5i might work for you. Compare the options, speed, memory, storage, ports, pen compatibility, and price.
Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5i Chromebook | $408
Intel Core i3 3GHz
13.3" FHD Touch Display
8GB RAM
256GB Storage
Chrome OS
4.53lbs
Lenovo USI Stylus Pen | $31.91
4096 Pressure Level Sensitivity
150-Day Battery Life (AAAA Battery)
If you're okay with spending a little more for a detachable keyboard, then the Lenovo Idea Pad Duet 5 Chromebook could work. Keyboard included. The cover gives it that Microsoft Surface feel.
Lenovo IdeaPad Duet 5 Chromebook | $449.99
Snapdragon SC7180 2.55GHz
13.3" OLED FHD Touch Display
8GB RAM
128GB Storage
Chrome OS
4.02lbs
If you go with a good Chromebook that's priced well... you win if you go in knowing what you're getting. You can also use your Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, Luna, and Geforce Now to stream games. Make sure you have a good connection and you should be satisfied.
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