Lenovo 300e Chromebook (1st Gen)
- Processor
- MediaTek MT8173C
- Everyday speed
- Fine for browsing and documents
- Graphics
- PowerVR GX6250
- Gaming
- Not built for gaming
- Memory
- 4 GB
- Storage
- 32 GB eMMC
- Screen
- 11.6" HD IPS
- Operating system
- ChromeOS
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Lenovo 300e Chromebook (1st Gen) at a glance
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Performance
Fine for browsing and documents
Built for the basics: web, email and video calls. Its memory is enough for ChromeOS, though heavy tab use will slow it down.
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Gaming
Not built for gaming
Fine for casual browser games, not much more.
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Display
11.6-inch screen
Soft-looking text from the low resolution, plus a dim picture in bright rooms.
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Battery life
Not listed
No runtime is given for this configuration.
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Portability
Not listed
No weight is given for this configuration.
Lenovo 300e Chromebook (1st Gen) full specifications
Performance
Built for the basics: web, email and video calls. Its memory is enough for ChromeOS, though heavy tab use will slow it down.
| Processor | MediaTek MT8173C |
|---|---|
| Graphics | PowerVR GX6250 |
| Memory (RAM) | 4 GB |
| Memory type | LPDDR3-1866 |
| Memory upgrades | Soldered (not upgradeable) |
| Storage | 32 GB |
| Storage type | eMMC |
Screen
Expect soft-looking text from the low resolution and a dim picture in bright rooms.
| Screen size | 11.6" |
|---|---|
| Resolution | HD (1366 x 768) |
| Panel | IPS |
| Brightness | 250 nits |
| Finish | Anti-reflective |
| Touchscreen | Yes |
Battery and size
| Battery capacity | 45 Wh |
|---|---|
| Charger | 45 W |
| Charges via | USB-C |
| Materials | PC / ABS |
Ports and wireless
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 |
|---|---|
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 4.1 |
Features
| Webcam | 720p |
|---|---|
| Backlit keyboard | No |
| Keyboard | Non-backlit, English |
| Microphones | Mono |
Software and model
It runs ChromeOS: simple and secure, but limited to web and Android apps.
| Operating system | ChromeOS |
|---|---|
| Released | 2018 |
Specs from Lenovo's published product information. Makers revise hardware between production runs, so check the part number before you buy. Spotted an error? Let us know.