ASUS has introduced the ASUS Chromebook Plus CX34, a lightweight and affordable laptop suitable for people looking for better productivity and creativity on the move.
The laptop boasts a sturdy design that meets high durability standards (US MIL-STD 810H), with ASUS Antimicrobial Guard protection for the keyboard, touchpad, and palm rest. It’s also incredibly lightweight, weighing just 1.44 kg.
Featuring a 14-inch Full HD display with an optional touchscreen and a robust 180° hinge, this laptop is equipped with AI-powered tools, an Intel Core i7 processor, up to 16 GB LPDDR5 RAM, and a 512 GB SSD. It offers a 180° lay-flat hinge, a spacious 5.7-inch touchpad, fast WiFi 6, and up to 10 hours of battery life.
The laptop has a 1080p webcam with video call enhancements, including noise cancellation, background blur, and easy mic and camera mute. The high-res camera can be hidden with a retractable cover.
For connectivity, it offers two USB-C ports for charging and peripheral connections, along with superfast data transfer. It also has standard USB 3.2 ports, HDMI 1.4, and a headphone/mic combo socket.
The ASUS Chromebook Plus CX34 includes Google Photos with features like Magic Eraser and HDR effects. It offers movie creation tools and offline access to Google Docs, Sheets, and Slides.
Additionally, it supports management capabilities through Chrome Enterprise Upgrade or Chrome Education Upgrade packages.
Quick specifications: ASUS Chromebook Plus CX34
- Design: Standards (US MIL-STD 810H); ASUS Antimicrobial Guard protection
- Display: 14″ FHD 3-sided NanoEdge display; 180° lay-flat hinge; optional touch display
- Processor: Intel 12th Core i7 processor with 16 GB of memory, and up to 512 GB SSD or up to 256 GB UFS storage
- Battery life: Up to 10 hours on single charge; supports fast charge
- Apps: Google Play Store, Google Docs, Google Apps, Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Express
- Webcam: 1080p FHD webcam; AI-powered video call tools; retractable cover
- Keyboard and Touch pad: 5.7″ touchpad, Full-size backlit keyboard
- Connectivity: ASUS WiFi Master for ChromeOS, WiFi 6,
- I/O Ports: x2 USB-C 3.2 Gen 2, x1 HDMI 1.4, USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A, Audio combo jack
- Weight: 1.44 kg
Pricing and availability
The ASUS Chromebook Plus CX34 starts at USD 399.99 (Rs. 33,280 approx.) and will be available for purchase from October 8, 2023, in two colors: Pearl White and Rock Grey.
Buyers of the Chromebook Plus between October 8, 2023, and January 31, 2024, receive a free three-month trial of Adobe Photoshop Web, including access to the Adobe Express Premium plan.
ASUS Chromebook Plus Enterprise CX34, designed for business device management with ChromeOS, will launch in mid-November this year.
Commenting on the launch, John Maletis, VP of Product, Engineering, UX, ChromeOS, said:
Google is thrilled to collaborate with ASUS on the launch of our Chromebook Plus. The ASUS Chromebook Plus CX34 is designed to be compact yet efficient, aiding users in accomplishing more, whether it’s improving their video call experience, engaging in creative work with tools like Magic Eraser and web-based apps like Photoshop, or simply enjoying a movie on a clear, high-resolution screen.