Samsung Electronics Galaxy Chromebook 2, 13.3” Intel Core i3-Processor, 128GB, 8GB RAM, Mercury Grey (2021 Model) - XE530QDA-KB1US
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| Brand | SAMSUNG |
| Model Name | XE530QDA-KB1US |
| Screen Size | 13.3 |
| Color | Mercury Grey |
| CPU Model | Core i3 |
| Ram Memory Installed Size | 16 GB |
| Operating System | Chrome OS |
| Graphics Card Description | Integrated |
| Graphics Coprocessor | Intel UHD Graphics |
| CPU Speed | 2.1 GHz |
About this item
- Aspect Ratio:16:9
- Awarded Best Chromebook by CNN Underscored
- THE POWER & SPEED YOU DESERVE: Whether your working, studying or relaxing, Galaxy Chromebook 2 has you covered. With the latest Intel Core processor, you'll get super-fast speeds. Plus, Wi-Fi 6 GIG+ that’s up to 3x faster than standard Wi-Fi gives you a super smooth performance
- SLEEK DESIGN TO MAKE YOU STAND OUT: Featuring an ultra-thin design , the Galaxy Chromebook 2 is compact and ready for impact. With technology as slim, sleek and savvy as this, it’s no wonder they’re staring. Whether your working, studying or relaxing, Galaxy Chromebook 2 has you covered. With the latest Intel Core processor, you'll get super-fast speeds. Plus, Wi-Fi 6 GIG+ that’s up to 3x faster than standard Wi-Fi gives you a super smooth performance
- A BATTERY THAT'S ABOVE & BEYOND: Stay dialed in on-the-go with an all-day battery that keeps up no matter how many checkmarks your to-do list demands
- WHEN INSPIRATION STRIKES, you’re prepared. Add any USI pen to your Galaxy Chromebook 26 and enjoy industry-leading pressure sensitivity whether you’re writing your boss an email, or creating boss-level original content
- System ram type: ddr3_sdram
top reviews from the United States
Reviewed in the United States on September 21, 2021
Color: Mercury GreySet: 64GB/4GB RAMVerified Purchase
In 2015 I bought a Toshiba Chromebook 2 (CB35-C3300) and it was my first foray into Chromebook land. I loved that Chromebook, and after replacing the battery only once, Google abandoned it because it is too old. well, also the charging port connection wore out, so just in time I guess. So I had to find something new.
Enter, the Galaxy. I first bought the Galaxy top of the line, AMOLED screen monster, and it just crashed every third time I used it and got really hot so I sent it back. it sure was pretty though. I was very skeptical about trying the G2, toned down version but here I am, writing a review for this Chromebook I purchased three months ago.
While the G AMOLED was amazing to look at, this screen is really nice. and just what I need. I spend most of my time on this chatting on newsgroups or watching TV/baseball/movies/streaming etc. I do email and a few documents for my clubs, but it is minimal. Mostly I wanted something with a nice screen for movies, and easy to deal with.
So far this has been great. I did get a little worried after reading a review from one person who cracked the screen just from opening the laptop, but, I've not noticed anything different from any other laptop. I open it and log on and within ten seconds I am doing what I picked it up to go do.
My Toshiba was absolutely wonderful, and a high bar to cross for a Chromebook. This Galaxy has been a great replacement. Hopefully I will get the full lifespan out of this one like I did with the Toshiba.
Enter, the Galaxy. I first bought the Galaxy top of the line, AMOLED screen monster, and it just crashed every third time I used it and got really hot so I sent it back. it sure was pretty though. I was very skeptical about trying the G2, toned down version but here I am, writing a review for this Chromebook I purchased three months ago.
While the G AMOLED was amazing to look at, this screen is really nice. and just what I need. I spend most of my time on this chatting on newsgroups or watching TV/baseball/movies/streaming etc. I do email and a few documents for my clubs, but it is minimal. Mostly I wanted something with a nice screen for movies, and easy to deal with.
So far this has been great. I did get a little worried after reading a review from one person who cracked the screen just from opening the laptop, but, I've not noticed anything different from any other laptop. I open it and log on and within ten seconds I am doing what I picked it up to go do.
My Toshiba was absolutely wonderful, and a high bar to cross for a Chromebook. This Galaxy has been a great replacement. Hopefully I will get the full lifespan out of this one like I did with the Toshiba.
Reviewed in the United States on August 14, 2023
Color: Mercury GreySet: 64GB/4GB RAMVerified Purchase
Needed a small laptop I could travel with and this one is great. Super lightweight, small enough I can easily bring it along and simple to use. I do recommend using a stylist for the touch screen as it's super sensitive and a small screen.
Reviewed in the United States on October 1, 2022
Color: Fiesta RedSet: 128GB/8GB RAMVerified Purchase
This is a great Chromebook that's overlooked, due to some harsh and biased reviews out there on the web and YouTube. Thankfully, some of the more objective reviews made some good points and pointed out certain things about this device that made it appealing to me. That combined with the fact it was on sale when I was considering it sealed the deal for me.
Some things about this device to note:
- Build: Very good, aluminium base and lid with a high quality plastic deck which has been colour matched very well. I got the red and it does have hues of orange here and there, which I like. No creaking but there's a slight flex when holding it at one corner, but it's barely noticeable.
- Keyboard: A bit shallow but the keys are a good size and has a nice typing feel to it. I find it enjoyable to use and I'm fairly accurate with it. It's backlit too, with a nice subtle glow.
- Speakers: Not very rich in sound, but the sound is clear and sounds good for a device with this profile. It is down firing though.
- Touchpad: a bit small, but definitely useable with a nice click and the surface is smooth since it's glass. So thumbs up there.
- Webcam: The webcam is 720 and not very good but will do the job, I guess.
- Screen: The screen is very nice, it's plenty sharp in this form factor with good colours and deep blacks with great viewing angles.
- Battery: Battery life is good, I think I average around 7 to 8 hours. I could probably get 10 out of it if I manage the screen brightness a bit more.
- Peformance: This is a 10th gen i3 with 8gb of RAM and while most would say that it's not as good as the 11th gen, this is still a well performing machine. I run multiple tabs at once and the machine remains nice and snappy while using it so performance is very good. It also runs very quiet, I can barely tell the fan is running at times.
-Ports: Port selection isn't great, the device only has the two usb c ports on either side but there is an SD card slot to expand the storage plus a headphone jack, which is nice. I invested in a little USB-C hub to provide USB-A and HDMI ports.
I would definitely recommend this device and I would buy it again, especially at the discounted price but even when buying it at the full price, it's still a great machine that many would be happy with I think.
(I almost forgot to mention, for anyone wondering, mine didn't ship with the massive black sticker on the left of the trackpad that I saw in some reviews, so seems the retail versions don't have it since it's almost impossible to remove cleanly).
Some things about this device to note:
- Build: Very good, aluminium base and lid with a high quality plastic deck which has been colour matched very well. I got the red and it does have hues of orange here and there, which I like. No creaking but there's a slight flex when holding it at one corner, but it's barely noticeable.
- Keyboard: A bit shallow but the keys are a good size and has a nice typing feel to it. I find it enjoyable to use and I'm fairly accurate with it. It's backlit too, with a nice subtle glow.
- Speakers: Not very rich in sound, but the sound is clear and sounds good for a device with this profile. It is down firing though.
- Touchpad: a bit small, but definitely useable with a nice click and the surface is smooth since it's glass. So thumbs up there.
- Webcam: The webcam is 720 and not very good but will do the job, I guess.
- Screen: The screen is very nice, it's plenty sharp in this form factor with good colours and deep blacks with great viewing angles.
- Battery: Battery life is good, I think I average around 7 to 8 hours. I could probably get 10 out of it if I manage the screen brightness a bit more.
- Peformance: This is a 10th gen i3 with 8gb of RAM and while most would say that it's not as good as the 11th gen, this is still a well performing machine. I run multiple tabs at once and the machine remains nice and snappy while using it so performance is very good. It also runs very quiet, I can barely tell the fan is running at times.
-Ports: Port selection isn't great, the device only has the two usb c ports on either side but there is an SD card slot to expand the storage plus a headphone jack, which is nice. I invested in a little USB-C hub to provide USB-A and HDMI ports.
I would definitely recommend this device and I would buy it again, especially at the discounted price but even when buying it at the full price, it's still a great machine that many would be happy with I think.
(I almost forgot to mention, for anyone wondering, mine didn't ship with the massive black sticker on the left of the trackpad that I saw in some reviews, so seems the retail versions don't have it since it's almost impossible to remove cleanly).
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