Whether you’re thinking about laptop or tablet holiday gifts for someone that doesn’t want something too fancy, this deal on the HP x360 Chromebook is worth your attention. It’s regularly priced at $429, but Walmart just slashed the price down to just $199. That’s $230 in savings for a laptop that doubles as a tablet. It’s perfect for a student or even an older family member who just wants something for simple web browsing. But don’t hesitate too long — as with all deals at Walmart, it could be gone in a flash.
The HP Chromebook x360 comes with a 14-inch, full HD IPS touchscreen display. It includes 4GB of RAM, 64GB of storage and the Intel Processor N100. This Chromebook boasts 10-second startup and around 10 hours of battery life. It hinges so you can use it as a tablet whenever you want, and at just over 3 pounds, it’s lightweight enough for travel.
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If you’re in the market for something a little bigger and faster, with more memory, Walmart is also offering a nice discount on the HP Chromebook Plus x360. Currently priced at $429, you’ll save $120. You get the same dynamic touchscreen but this one comes with the faster Google AI Intel Core i3-N305 processor. It also has 8GB of RAM and 128GB of storage. It’s perfect for working on the go, with 11 hours of battery life and AI-powered creating and editing features, and built-in virus protection.
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If these aren’t quite what you’re looking for, be sure to check out our latest laptop deals. We’ve also rounded up some of the best gifts under $100 perfect for techies to help you get a jumpstart on your holiday shopping.
Why this deal matters
Investing in a new laptop can be daunting: There are so many to choose from. At more than half off, this deal on the HP Chromebook x360 makes it easier to grab a quality starter laptop for the teen or student in your life, or to nab as a second laptop for home use or travel. You don’t see too many laptops under $200 these days, and since the regular price is over $400, it makes this deal well worth snapping up.
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