Customer Ratings & Reviews

There's no doubt about it that this is a beautiful device. The keyboard is wonderful (but shows finger grease pretty easily), the screen is decent (1080p with good viewing angles but not very vibrant), and the software is buttery smooth (but lacking finesse and features like google photos integration with local files). Very lightweight and compact - I can see myself taking this everywhere with me. Also, battery is not quite as advertised but this is typical of all the major brands. HOWEVER.... the one issue that no one seems to be talking about is the lack of repair programs once the warranty expires. With a device this portable, accidents WILL happen and unless you cash in on an extended warranty, this might become a paperweight like the original Pixelbook 2-in-1. (Seriously, google the problems with those devices after 1 year and you'll see it's a nightmare getting anyone to touch it) The issue with made by google hardware is that Google doesn't have the means to repair its own devices for whatever reason and relies on Ubreakitifixit instead. This seems like a good idea, however, a quick search on the Ubreakit site shows almost NO information for the pricing of repairs for Pixelbook Go specifically. If you refer to my included image, a screen repair on the original Pixelbook is $449.99 in the state of Colorado. That is ludicrous and I can't imagine the Pixelbook Go being any better. After chatting with a Google support agent, they could not offer concise information on this and I've yet to hear back from Ubreakit. Big surprise. Long story short - a beautiful device is nothing without a robust company supporting the software AND hardware post-purchase. It is up to the consumer to voice their opinions to the companies that make such decisions. We need to end this disposable technology era considering the valuable materials that go into the processing of each item and the quantity at which we consume. I do hope that more people consider the longevity of their device instead of only the initial quality when evaluating this and other purchases. Google, you can do better and as consumers paying a premium we should expect better.

Wasn't really sure of what to expect choosing this Google Pixelbook Go 13.3" Touch-Screen Chromebook in exchange for an honest review. In the past Chrome OS has not been stellar, but now it turns out to be a great alternative to both Windows and Apple OS. So, after three weeks of constant use It appears to me that the Google Chrome Platform doesn't need the latest, greatest, most powerful Intel Chip, immense memory, or a huge hard drive to operate fast. It does quite well with the 8th Gen Intel® Core™ i5 processor coupled with 8 GB Ram of memory and 128GB SSD. Amazing speed! What also makes this Pixelbook Go so versatile is that I can download numerous Android Apps and software from the Google Play Store like MS Word and Excel. WooHoo! In addition to Google Docs and Presentations this makes this laptop ideal for any kind of productivity for a home office, student, or any professional 'on-the-go'. Here is what I love about this Pixelbook Go: *** DESIGN & BUILD – The lightweight magnesium shell is cleverly designed with a matte black finish, ribbed bottom with two rubberized strips to keep this attractive unit from slipping on any hard surfaces. * I love that it is pretty much fingerprint resistant and classy looking too. This sleek unit weighs approximately 2.3 pounds. * It is designed to be super-portable, and as a laptop only. The ribbed bottom makes it easy to grip and carry anywhere. * At only a half inch thick, it is thin enough to slide in my backpack. It can also fit into a medium sized handbag, or carrier. * Love the rounded edges, which make this unit so easy to handle and comfortable in my lap. * What I like about using this unit in my lap is that it does not heat up like my larger Windows unit does. ** HARDWARE FEATURES – First, the keyboard is backlit, and is adjustable for brightness. The keys are illuminated, individually, without light escaping around the keys perimeter. The Hush Keys are silent and responsive to my touch. * A trackpad is conveniently placed in the very center of the unit. It is sensitive and can be adjusted to accommodate anyone's personal preferences. * The LCD, Touch Screen display is 13.3 inches with full HD, 1920x1080 pixels. I was impressed with the brilliance and quality while streaming Netflix Christmas movies with my Grand Kids. * The dual stereo speakers deliver unbelievable sound quality for a medium-sized unit, and can be enhanced by an EQ App downloaded from the Play Store for even richer performance. * The 2MP, 1080p front duo cams allow for dynamic videoconferencing in Google Hangouts. Impressive! * There are two USB-C ports and one 3.5mm headphone jack or auxiliary audio output. Either USB-C port can charge this unit using the included 6.5 foot charging cable with the 45W USB-C wall power adapter featuring fold in/out prongs. I discovered that there is a USB-C to SD card adapter, which allows me to use a 128GB SD card as additional storage. I can also use the second USB-C port to connect an additional screen display. * The WI-Fi connection is 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, which allows me to take advantage of my routers ability to MU-MIMO. It features a 2x2 MIMO dual-band Wi-Fi for even faster uninterrupted download speeds for video streaming. * For data storage the Pixelbook incorporates a 128 GB, flash, SSD drive, with low power draw on the battery and decreased heat production. * The Intel i5-8200Y processor is eighth generation, and uses very little power. It is a dual core processor featuring Intel's Turbo Boost technology. * This Pixelbook Go is also Bluetooth 4.2, which allows me to connect my BT mouse for more efficient scrolling and word processing functions, or, any other BT device like auxiliary speakers or even a printer. *** CHROME OS – Chrome features thousands of Android apps for productivity and entertainment. I downloaded MS Word and Excel from the Play Store so that I could use this laptop on the road for my part-time, consulting job. I am also impressed with Google Docs and Presentations. * Set-Up was very simple. All I needed was my Wi-Fi connection to my home router and my Google account as outlined in the included Quick Start Guide. The Pixelbook turns ON as I opened the unit. The on-screen instructions guided me through the whole set-up. It took approximately five minutes and I was ready to GO. * What I really appreciate is that Chrome features its own virus protection with automatic updates to includes updating the Chrome OS too. These updates operate in the background and do not require any user interface. This saves me money from buying additional third-party virus protection. Great! * The Chrome OS also provides cloud backups. I found that the more I use this OS the more I wonder if I ever really needed Windows. Chrome is a simple OS to learn, and very User-Friendly. Chrome OS is not bloated with unneeded add-ons and features like Windows, which require higher processing speeds, gobs of RAM memory, and a huge hard drive. * I am amazed at how fast this Pixelbook Go actually is. It automatically turns ON when I open it and goes directly to my designated Home Page in just a few seconds. I primarily use this Pixelbook Go for creating construction-related documents, e-mail, and streaming Netflix movies for entertainment. It performs all my activities with quick speed, which was an unexpected surprise and plus. YaHoo! * I can also connect my Android phone to my Pixelbook for 'Smart Lock' and message notifications. My Android phone can lock and unlock my Pixelbook if I so choose and allow me to both send and receive messages on my Pixelbook. * I can also sync with my Android phone to connect my Pixelbook to the Internet using my phone's mobile data (tethering). This comes in handy when there is no WI-FI connection and I need to have an Internet connection to my Pixelbook. * Be aware that the Pixelbook Go can only be BT connected to an Android phone for now. An IOS phone is not compatible at this time. *** BATTERY LIFE – For what activities I do and my settings of the backlit key brightness, and screen display levels allow me approximately 10 hours of battery use. YooHoo! About an hour less if I stream a movie. That is more then enough to last me one day of full use. *** SUMMARY – After three weeks of everyday use I am totally impressed with this Pixelbook Go. I highly recommend this Pixelbook Go as an efficient alternative to Windows and Mac. It allows me to be productive in creating both Word and Google Documents, and, is fantastic for streaming movies. Just the right size for people on-the-go. For its size processor it is one speedy machine with a simple Chrome OS for everyday computer activities. If you are considering serious gaming, photo, and, or, graphics editing, this machine may not fit your needs. However, I think it is an excellent choice for a student, and, plan on buying one for my Grandson, who is going to be in his first year of college this Spring. It's productivity Apps and Portability make this a great choice for him. If you buy one you won't be disappointed.

The new Pixelbook Go is Google’s latest series of Chromebooks, and it is absolutely fantastic. Apparently, it is intended to be a “scaled down” Pixelbook Chromebook. The Pixelbook Go is available in several configurations including this entry-level model which has an Intel Core m3 CPU, 8GB of RAM and 64GB of SSD storage. The next level model has an Intel Core i5 CPU with either 8GB or 16GB of RAM and 128GB of storage. The top tier has an Intel Core i7 CPU, 16GB of RAM and 256GB of storage. All 3 CPUs are 8th generation. The first two models have Full HD, 1920x1080, 16x9 Aspect Ratio, 13.3” Touchscreen Displays, while the top tier model adds a 4k, Ultra HD Display. The Corning Concore glass touchscreen panels are very reflective, which is very typical of touchscreens and which also obviously readily collect fingerprints. The touchscreen is very responsive and pleasant to use. Inasmuch as Google used Corning Concore glass, it is reasonable to surmise that these are “One Glass Solution” (OGS) screens, which utilize a sheet of high-strength Concore Glass as the top sheet of the display panel, rather than a second sheet of glass being laminated to the top of the panel. This results in a thinner, lighter and more economical display panel, and undoubtedly contributes to the extremely thin, 0.5” thickness profile of the Pixelbook Go. Off-axis angle viewing is very decent, but of course the greater the off-axis angle, the more visibility, contrast and color fidelity deteriorate. Overall, the display genuinely appears to be excellent. It is bright and vivid, with good color rendition and color fidelity, and is very nice to view. Videos and TV streams look great and don’t suffer from buffering or lagging. The clamshell case is very impressive. The painted magnesium alloy case is a very elegant and high-end attribute. It both looks and feels very impressive, and it is reasonable to surmise that it is likely to be very durable. The bottom of the case is scalloped. Perhaps that is for structure, perhaps it is merely aesthetic, but perhaps it might have been designed to serve both as a heat-sink with the additional surface area, as well as providing convection cooling via the scalloped channels. In fact, when the computer is working hard, such as when running multiple video streams, the bottom of the Pixelbook Go, as well as the area above the keyboard get palpably warm. This Pixelbook Go is remarkably lightweight. The specifications claim 2.3lbs (1061g). The size, weight and tough magnesium case really make this easy to move around and easy and convenient to carry and makes it the default travelling device. On initial setup, the Pixelbook Go commenced a lengthy update process which evidently included updating most or all of the apps as well as the device’s firmware (including a notification that the touchpad firmware was being updated). Flashing the firmware is likely what consumed most of the time. As is standard with all Chromebooks, setup is extremely easy, and if you choose to sync devices, all browser shortcuts, passwords, etc. will be automatically imported to this device during the initial setup process. The backlit keyboard has very nice feel and key rebound, and relatively quiet sound. Key travel is short, and the keyboard is compact, necessarily constrained by the dimensions of the case. Typing is very comfortable with this high-quality keyboard, and I find backlighting to be absolutely indispensable, and an absolute necessity. When the Pixelbook Go is sleeping, touching any key or the touchpad awakens the display and backlit keyboard. The touchpad is oversized and responsive, a nice and convenient attribute. Even in this base configuration with the Core m3 CPU and 8GB of RAM, the Pixelbook Go performed very well with many open browser windows and tabs and multiple live-TV streams running simultaneously. I really expected the unit to choke with a far less demanding load on the CPU and video sections. This performance was truly very impressive. This is a very powerful and capable Chromebook. This base, entry-level configuration is not at all inferior or insufficient. In fact, it is genuinely excellent. The battery life on the Pixelbook Go is really great. Google claims up to 12 hours of use, but obviously battery life is extremely dependent on how the computer is being used, and especially how much time the screen is active. I’m finding that all-day use for browsing, email (many), live-streaming news broadcasts, etc. is well within the battery capacity. In fact, during the course of a single day I used the Pixelbook Go extensively, with at least 7 to 10 tabs or browser instances active throughout, the screen/display kept on throughout and including 6.5 hours of live-streaming TV in addition to the foregoing. After 11.5 hours of this very heavy utilization, 11.5 hours of screen on including 6.5 hours of live-streaming broadcast TV, the Pixelbook Go reported 6% remaining battery capacity. If this Pixelbook Go had only typical, intermittent use during the day, and the screen was allowed to turn off and the computer had any time of no activity in which to “sleep”, I am certain that the run-time would have exceeded the claimed 12 hour capacity. In fact, with this very heavy use example, I’m confident that the battery would have kept the Chromebook alive for another 0.5 hours, easily. Demonstrating fantastic battery performance, coupled with the superior portability of the Pixelbook Go, this is obviously the Chromebook to take along when away from home. The camera works well, but is nothing special. It’s fine for video chats (its intended purpose). The audio is stereo (of course) and sounds excellent. The audio quality, fidelity, volume and projection were all very good, and the stereo separation has a nice spatial quality that makes the Pixelbook Go pleasant to listen to. There is a headphone jack and Bluetooth headphones are of course supported. The Wi-Fi performance is also excellent. The Wi-Fi specs include: 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, 2x2 (MIMO), dual-band (2.4 GHz, 5.0 GHz), and it utilized the full available bandwidth of the Wi-Fi stream, with its 2x2 Mimo. Whereas almost everything about the hardware platform of the Pixelbook Go appears to be first rate, Google clearly economized on the number of ports provided. There are only two USB-C ports (one on each side) and a headphone jack (3.5mm). Additionally, one of those USB-C jacks must be used for battery charging. There is no SD Card slot and no USB-A ports to accept the ubiquitous USB thumb drives that we all use. At the price levels of these computers, there really should be more connectivity options, inclusive of SD Card acceptance. A perplexing matter is that of the pre-established obsolescence schedule for all Chromebooks and Google Pixel phones. Chromebooks, irrespective of manufacturer, are currently only supported for 6.5 years (thankfully increased from 5 years in 2017) with OS and Security updates (termed the “Auto Update Expiration (AUE) date” by Google). The 6.5 years begins when the particular hardware platform is initially released into the retail channel (not from when the particular model enters the marketplace, nor when the computer is purchased). Pixel phones receive only three years of support. This Pixelbook Go is replacing a less than five year old Acer Chromebook that has already received its “final update notification” from Google. It still operates perfectly well, but without Security updates it is destined for consignment to oblivion. These support policies do not appear to be in the best interests of consumers. Additionally, since most electronics in the US are not recycled (and many components are not recyclable at all), these end of life policies increase the amount of landfill waste and environmental pollution. Overall, the Pixelbook Go is absolutely a first rate, top-of-the-line Chromebook. It is quite powerful and fast. It is compact and light-weight, and epitomizes portability and convenience. The case is elegant and a good measure above typical computers, with its thin profile and sleek magnesium shell. The display is also outstanding, and in addition to being full HD, it is a touch-screen. The battery performance is truly excellent, exceeding expectations. The keyboard sounds and feels great, and is backlit. It does everything very well, and its performance is clearly superior to many other Chromebooks, and certainly far better than one might anticipate from a “base-level” configuration. The Pixelbook Go is fantastic, and a pleasure to use. I am extremely impressed with the Pixelbook Go, and I am genuinely enjoying it. It is a wonderful Chromebook that is worthy of accolades. Of course, I recommend it highly.

Google Pixelbook Go 13.3" Touch-Screen Chromebook (Intel Core m3; 8GB Memory; 64GB Solid State Drive): My first introduction to Chromebooks a few years ago took me by surprise. They were more competent and compatible than I expected. But, those Chromebook versions were not as lightweight and convenient as I was led to believe. I think Google has made a course correction in this version of the Google Pixelbook Go. While remaining competent and very compatible, it also is more convenient and comfortable enough to take everywhere. This particular model Pixelbook Go has a simple, exceptionally sleek look with a “groovy” bottom surface that adds some uniqueness and ease-of-handling. SETUP: I use a stopwatch these days to test setup and App installation. This Google Pixelbook was ready to use in under 5 minutes. I was online, receiving email, selecting a few more Apps to download and seeing if my photos and movies were ready to review. Yes. I was really ready to work. This notebook required an update, but that didn’t take more than a few more minutes with my fast internet connection. The selection of Apps is incredibly large, with so many useful and free. There are two USB-C™⁵ charging and display outputs (2). I had a fairly generic, multi-port dock available which allowed me to use an ethernet connection, and add USB devices or an external monitor or similar peripherals. I don’t concern myself with ports because I’m willing to trade off to get more portability. PERFORMANCE: While I understand that this is the slower of the available Google Pixelbook Go processors, the included 8GB RAM, the 64GB SSD, as well as the remarkably easy and useful free access (15GB) to Google Drive conceals any limitations. Google Apps are often efficient and mostly compatible. The result is a computer that always feels fast and responsive to anything I wanted to do. The screen is bright, with appropriate contrast, and very colorful. The keyboard has a soft feel, but the keys and trackpad are sensitive and responsive. The speakers are face up, alongside of the keyboard, and can get loud for personal listening. That headphone port makes it easy to connect to an external (not included) system, which you’ll want to add for some better bass. I streamed several movies from my GooglePlay Movie “locker”, (Finding Nemo and Jersey Boys) to test black levels, skin tones, and color. This is a very high quality screen with a wide and useful field of view. I don’t just work on the road; I love my movies-on-the-go. At just over 2lbs., the Pixelbook Go is very very easy to manage. It’s also great for working wherever you take it. Students will love it. INTEROPERABILITY: The major rationale for a Chromebook for me is lightweight usefulness. Translation? I absolutely need to exchange data, pictures, and videos with my other devices but I hate traveling with unnecessary weight. I took the easy way out for this first test and sent my new Google Pixelbook a series of attachments: TEXT (RTF), WORD, EXCEL, PDF, and JPG. EVERY other file type was handled easily, with the Chromebook offering at least one App to manage or edit my transferred files. Videos of my grandson, created on a MacBook now played on my Pixelbook. My Word document was opened without hiccup by a Google Doc, and my simple EXCEL file was opened by Google Sheet. Both were ready to edit.. . . on this Chromebook. SUMMARY: The Google Pixelbook Go approach, with portability, comfort, ease of use, simpler programs and dependence on online storage challenges notions that you need to lug a powerful, near-desktop to get work done on the road. Transitioning between my newest MacBook pro with i7 and this Google Pixelbook was problem-free. Speed is NOT an issue. In fact, those instances where I’m sitting and waiting often favored the Pixelbook’s simpler demands. Carrying around the Pixelbook just seemed smart, and looked professional. I can easily recommend this Pixelbook Go.

I have used quite a few Chromebooks over the years, and the absolute first thing I noticed about the Chromebook Go was the build. Admittedly, the design is perfect for me. It is simple, clean, sleek and matte black everywhere. It is made of magnesium but is coated in some type of material that gives it both a nice feel as well as look. It has a very solid feel in the hand, yet, it is also very light. In addition, the bottom has a ribbed design that I have never seen on laptop before. It is very practical and also gives you confidence when you have it in your hand and are on the go. I have been taking this everywhere and I barely notice the weight and am impressed with how it is holding up. Boot times are near instant and initial set-up is extremely easy (with your Google account), although you can dig deeper on some settings if you like. Even though I had some minor concerns regarding the Intel Core M3 chip going in, performance has been great. That is the beauty of Chrome OS. It does not need much to excel and I could not be happier. Chrome with a slew of tabs is no issue, and I have been able to nail down all of my work with ease using Google’s Suite of services as well as some Microsoft Office Apps when required. Having access to Play Store Apps on the Chromebook is a fantastic change. While not all apps will work, I love seeing continued improvements to the platform. That said, life is not all Gmail and work. The touchscreen is Full HD 1080p, with great brightness levels, nice details and full, rich and vivid color. The speakers, located on both sides of the keyboard, sound unexpectedly, well, awesome. There is lots of volume, some bass (yes, a little bass), and little to no distortion at high volume. I consume a TON of media, both at home as well as when I am out, and this thing is fantastic. I have regularly been streaming YouTube TV, Netflix and more recently Disney+ and have liked what I have been seeing (and hearing). It is a good media experience. Having a touchscreen is great, but ultimately, you need a keyboard. An OK one will be…just OK. A bad one? It can ruin an entire computer. A good one? It can be a pleasure to use. That is the case here. It is tough to say, but this may be the best keyboard I have ever used. The layout, spacing and travel are all great. It is extremely quiet and the keys just “feel nice.” It is also backlit with minimal to no bleed through. Google nailed it. If you are a writer or do a lot of typing, try to find one and give it a try. The trackpad is much of the same. Nice size, responsive and a good feel, BUT, whoa, the click is loud. Noticeably loud. By no means a deal-breaker but keep it in mind. Lastly, it is a Chromebook. You will be taking it with you. Everywhere. It doesn’t work without power. Google rates the battery for 12 hours of use and while how long your battery lasts depends on so many factors, I can only say battery life has been great. I have been using my machine pretty hard and generally am doing everything I need and want to throughout the day with battery to spare. Again, your use case is probably different than mine, but I feel confident it won’t be an issue for you. In addition, it comes with a 45W USB-C charger that supports Quick Charge. You should get 2 hours of use from a 20-minute charge. In conclusion, I think this is a fantastic machine. It is well-built, lightweight, portable, and performs well. The display and speakers are great for media, battery life is very strong, and the keyboard is among the best I have used. Chrome OS has evolved a lot over the years and continues to do so. If Chrome OS is for you, and I would guess it is for most people, it is hard for me to find a better way to use it than this Chromebook.

The Build- Wow! It’s been a minute since I’ve used a Chromebook, a few years back I purchased one for some graduate classes I was taking. This Chromebook feels amazing. Super light, and thin. I’ve been using it for a few days, and I am still pleasantly surprised when I pick it up. The entire frame of the laptops is constructed from magnesium, which is great when you first pickup because it’s nice and cool to the touch. It is easy to open up with one hand, which is a nice bonus. The ridges on the bottom are great as a grip to hold on to, and I think also make it a little easier to keep clean. Seriously, this is super portable; I kept asking my family to pick it up to feel how light it is. The Screen and Sound- Spotify, Youtube, Netflix, Disney+, Amazon Prime, Hulu, Apple TV+; these are all the services I have been using since the day I received it. The screen is great, videos look crispy, and the speakers are amazing. Easy to see in well lit areas, and I normally keep the brightness between 50-75%. Speakers are great for streaming music or watching movies/shows. This thing gets very loud, about 50% is way more than enough for me. Music and videos are clear. There’s good separation in highs, mids, and lows. Lows are definitely a little on the weak side, but I think that’s just a sacrifice of the size and weight of the chromebook. Battery- I’m an educator, and I decided to take this with me for a few days instead of my usual device. Used it most of the day, between lessons, and again when I got home for some entertainment and news. Finished the day with just slightly under 40% battery left. I am absolutely comfortable leaving the charger at home for a day of work. Productivity- I was a little worried in transitioning my workflow to ChromeOS. I primarily use Windows 10 or iPadOS for most of my work. I did have a slight adjustment period, but then I realized that most of the work that I do is already being done in a Chrome browser on those other 2 platforms so the transition was minimal. Also, as a huge bonus, all the work that I get done on this in Google Docs, Slides, etc is saved to the Google Drive automatically, and I can retrieve it from pretty much any device (phones, tablets, computers) that are online. If you need to share the file to someone who is not using Google services you can share it with them as an Office file (Word, Excel, etc.) You also have the option of just downloading the Android Office apps from the Google Play Store, or using their online services and using that as well. The apps work very much like their Windows 10 counterparts, and are also able to save to the cloud. Overall, I would definitely recommend this to anyone interested in a lightweight, portable device that wants great battery life, a good touch screen, and great sound. It’s become my go to device.

This laptop is perfect for many things. It satisfies my on-the-go lifestyle as well as when I use it for work at the end of the night. It’s great for when I use it at the office and even while I’m at a coffee shop. It’s fun to work on and has a cool/sleek design. I’ve had an opportunity to own a few generations of a Chromebook and it seems like they’re always making necessary improvements. I love that they actually take the time to figure out what works and move on from what doesn’t. Of course, nothing’s perfect… This Chromebook is as close as it comes. I use this Chromebook at work, home and when I’m on the go. In the short time I’ve had it, it’s come with me to my office, coffee shop, some wineries and breweries. It’s super handy and quick to pull out from my bag while meeting up with clients or friends. Best of all, it’s super fast to load and get started. Pros: Initial Setup Super fast Battery Life Noticeable Quick Charging Durable Compact Lightweight Easy to use Fits in bag Create docs Touchscreen Great for streaming Crisp picture while streaming/gaming Price Travelbillity Cons: Slight learning curve if you’re an Apple user This is the first time since I can remember that I haven’t found a noticeable issue with a tech product. I’m extremely happy and pleased with this Chromebook. It’s seriously the ultimate machine for anyone looking for an inexpensive, great performing, lightweight and durable product. I’ve noticed I’ve been taking this Chromebook everywhere. The lightweight design makes it super easy and convenient to travel with. I HIGHLY recommend this product and will be purchasing a second one for my wife come this holiday season.

LOVE AT FIRST CLICK REVIEW: Google - Pixelbook Go – M3 - Just Black BEST BUY Tech Insider Network SUMMARY: Perfect for casual browsing, watching videos etc. Battery lasts forever, only charged 2 times in about 2 weeks of use. I tend to browse and shop while watching TV shows or just sitting drinking coffee in the morning. I love that it is so lightweight, but good overall performance. UNBOXING: INITIAL IMPRESSIONS: Very attractively packaged, it is nice when buying a premium product that it is treated as such throughout the whole user experience. I was nervous at first since this is the entry level “GO” model, but it seems faster overall than my windows laptop that is only a few years old. The backlit keys are a welcome addition to my “couch-surfing”. PERFORMANCE / EASE OF USE: It was easy to setup, attach to my network and Gmail account. The “Bonus Apps” were mostly discounted tools, but that’s OK. My main apps are Netflix, Facebook, and Facebook Games. Movies were smooth and bright and the sound was perfectly fine. The construction is very sturdy and I would have no worries about tossing it in a bag for travel. Having purchased budget Android Tablets in the past that I was immediately disappointed in, I can tell this wont be the case with this Pixelbook GO. With plenty of speed and storage, this will be my new Go To device for every day use. I do wish that it was also a convertible so I could use it as a tablet or e-reader, but that is minor. SUMMARY: I would recommend this Chromebook, even the M3 version for people who spend 90% of their computer time on the web. You can even use basic productivity and office apps. Just know that this is not a “Windows” based computer, so don’t expect to run MS Office or Programs designed for windows. For example there is not a direct way to use this to drive a “CRICUT” crafting machine. But it gives me the flexibility to let each of my devices do what they do best.

I had a Chromebook many years ago, but I didn't think they were quite ready. I've kept up with how they've dramatically changed. I have been considering one for a while, but the original Pixelbook is just too expensive for what you get. I wanted something with an excellent build quality, slim and lightweight. I did not want one of the cheaper plastic models, and I own a Pixel 4 phone, so Google seemed the logical choice and I took a chance. After two days of use, here's what I've found: - This machine is blazing fast! It boots quickly, and unlocking it with my phone is a nice touch! It syncs seamlessly with my Pixel 4. 8gb RAM and 64gb storage is plenty for me, since most everything is accessed from the cloud. No issues with performance, at all! - The display is colorful and vibrant; I'm not missing my Surface laptop that had more pixels. The brightness levels are great also! - Great app support! It's fantastic that most of the apps I use on my phone work with this Chromebook, and this is one area where Google has come a long way! - Battery life so far seems solid. Google says 12 hours - all I know is it got me through a full day today and that's what I need! I have only charged this once, and it took a little over two hours to go from 31% to full. - The weight of this thing - it's light as a feather and the magnesium alloy build quality is impressive; it's not cheap and plastic! The ribbed bottom makes for easy gripping, and is a nice touch! The Black color is also a welcome change from all the Gray and Silver devices you see. - Speakers get quite loud surprisingly, but maybe a bit more bass would have been appreciated. Still, good quality sound here and there's no sound distortion or anything like that. - The trackpad works great, and this is a huge point for me. I don't typically use a mouse, so I need the trackpad to work perfectly. I can definitely say this one is great, very responsive and I've had no issues so far! - The best part of this Chromebook though, has to be the keyboard. I have NEVER experienced anything like it. Google calls the keys, "hush" keys, and let me tell you ... it's a joy to behold. When typing, the key travel is simply perfect, but the sound of hitting the keys is soooo quiet!! I am sitting in a dark, quiet room typing this review and I can barely hear myself typing! I had a 2017 Macbook 12, and the keyboard, though good, was loud and clicky and just too shallow for me. I was always missing letters and it was just a frustrating experience! This keyboard is the best I have ever had - I can't say enough about it. It makes the laptop experience so much better! There are a few things Google has missed here: - There are only two ports, one on each side, and one's used for charging. I'm okay with it, since my previous Macbook and Surface laptop only had one port. Still, that could be a big deal for some. - No MicroSD support for expandable memory, so the 64gb storage might prove challenging. I'm okay with it, but not having it really doesn't make sense, considering so many other Chromebooks have them. - The price! At $650, this is simply too expensive and a clear $150 over some great competition. The Asus Chrombook C434 Flip is a great option at just under $500. Samsung have some as well that are a couple hundred dollars cheaper. I had been waiting for the price on this to drop, but never saw that happen. Oh well. Ultimately, Google has made one heluva laptop that's considerably cheaper than their own Pixelbook, Yes, it's a bit more expensive than most Chromebooks, but it's definitely worth your consideration. Don't buy this if you are heavily invested in Mac's or Windows ecosystem, need a power processor, or game a lot. This is not that kind of machine! For my needs, this Pixelbook Go is perfect ... and though a bit pricey, it's a fantastic laptop that might just be the best I've ever owned!! If you're on the fence, give it a try. You won't be sorry!!

Yes, this direct from google laptop is priced at a fairly premium level. But rest assured you will receive a premium product. Pros: - Superior build quality. There is zero flimsiness to the laptop. The hinges are firm, despite being able to open the laptop with one hand. Everything feels nice and smooth and tight. - Superfast. The M3 along with 8GB of RAM flies. - Perfect keyboard. The backlit keyboard is perfect and premium. Not mushy at all. Very satisfying click to each press but still maintains a very quiet sound level. - The touch screen is there if you need it. - Battery life. I am getting the advertised 12-13 hours with 80 percent screen brightness. Best on the market. - Nice and bright screen. This unit offers more brightness than most of the competition. It is nice and clear with a cool color gamut. 1080p is perfect for a screen this size. 4K would only be needed for graphic design or gaming. - Quick charging. Very few laptops offer the ability to charge rapidly. Plug it in for 20 minutes and gain a few hours. - Amazing speakers. The best laptop speaks I have ever heard. You could totally use this to listen to music or watch a movie. - This is a direct from google product which means you will be the first to see new features and chrome software releases. - Weight. It's very light and very portable. But at the same time, you don't feel as though you're going to break it either. The build quality really is outstanding. Cons: - Not a 2 in 1. Much of the competition at this pricing level offers the 2 in 1 type. I personally do not need that but it is something to consider. - Price. While I was willing to pay this price and have no regrets I can see some people still shying away. - Two USB-C ports and that's it. While this does not matter to me personally, much of the competition offers additional ports and/or storage slots. Especially at this price level. Competition that I considered: - Asus C434 (Similar specs with 2 in 1 functionality, great build quality, but hard to find) - Asus C433 (Similar specs with 2 in 1 but build quality is plastic and flimsy, especially the hinges) - Asus C425 (Similar specs but a dim screen and plastic/flimsy build) - HP X360 (Sells like hotcakes, 2 in 1, however bulky and aging in design, heavy in comparison) Summary: If you want a superior build quality in a Chromebook that simply flies, this really is the one for you. Especially if you do not need a 2 in 1. None of the competition comes close in build except for the Asus C434. The Pixelbook Go offers you a nice bright screen, great speakers, direct from google support, and the best keyboard on the market. Spend a day with it and you'll be impressed.

This is the third Pixelbook Go that I've purchased this year. The first was for me to replace my Windows laptop (a decision I am extremely happy with!) Second was for my oldest to use for college. This one is for my high schooler for online school (and everything else.) We all LOVE our computers! Pixelbook Go is super fast, simple to use, light-weight, long battery life, and has a very comfortable and quite keyboard. We all have the 64 GB model and it is more than enough storage since we all keep most stuff on Google Drive. Chromebooks have come a long way - I can never see myself going back to a Windows or Mac!

While most are complaining pricing, the pricing isn't bad at all. I went for the Pixelbook Go with the Core M processor. I have the 12" MacBook with the Core M processor, so I already know what to expect. The Pixelbook Go works just fine with the Core M processor. I already use the Pixel phone so I'm somewhat in the ecosystem. If you use an Android phone, you can use it to unlock you Pixelbook Go since there's no fingerprint sensor to unlock or to use for payments. With heavy usage, the battery lasts all day for me. With light usage daily, I can go about 3 days without charging. This is awesome because I haven't had this experience with any other computer platform, Mac, Windows, or even previous Chromebooks. While the display is touchscreen, it doesn't support the Google Pencil. You can easily open this with one finger with no problem. It's very lightweight and feels premium and not cheap like some of its competitor's chromebook options. There's been complaints of there being no CAPS lock but there is. You'll just press the launcher key along with ALT. Typing on the keyboard is quiet. The keyboard is smooth and no issues. I like typing on this keyboard. This says a lot for me as I have returned computers due to the way the keyboard feels when typing. The Pixelbook Go supports quick charge, so no need to worry about that when on the go and needing it to charge quick. It has two USB-C ports and a 3.5mm headphone jack. The upward facing speakers on each side of the keyboard remind me of the older MacBook Pro and current MacBook Air speakers. The speakers sound great with music or watching a quick show or movie when on a flight. I've paired mine with a USB-C hub, so that I can connect my ultrafit USB thumb drive where I can save documents and access other saved content. You also have the option to use Google Drive to save content. I was able to easily access my network print with my Pixelbook Go connected to the same network. You know have the option to use Linux on your Pixelbook Go without having to boot in to another drive. This is in beta. Some will not care but it's a nice option. You'll be able to do most things with the availability of downloadable Google apps from the Play Store. If you're on the fence and not sure, give it a try. You won't regret your purchasing decision.

So Ill start by saying that I am a die hard Google user. Every generation of Nexus, and no Pixel phones, Pixel bids, Google home hub, connected home. Everything. My HP that I use for personal and work gave out the other day. Gave me the perfect chance to give in and finally buy this beautiful piece of hardware. First impressions...it is very light! Booted up in seconds, set up was so easy and quick. All of my google apps are here, I can switch between applications so easily and quickly. Charging was super fast. Battery life is great. The display is beautiful. Crystal clear touch screen. Typing is smooth. The camera is great on this computer. I am able to use Google Duo for video chat and it is crystal clear on the other end. Getting to the work stuff, loading Microsoft's Remote Access app and CudaLaunch installed from the Play Store and are working smoothly. The VPN works better than it did on my windows HP. Overall this is the best laptop I have ever used. I had never been so excited to purchase a laptop in my life!

Fantastic Chromebook for my 7th grader. He loves the flow of the keyboard and the quietness of the keys. The touchscreen works perfectly. It's light weight and not bulky for his backpack. The display is nice and crisp!

Purchased the 'open box excellent' version of this machine, arrived in pristine and new, battery check indicates it has not been used. Very happy with its overall condition. Using for for the my kids school since they use google classroom. Extremely simple to log-in with a Chromebook because they manage the profile you don't even need one yourself just the child's ID and it will pull down exactly what you need. Very fast, no impact to performance using the m3 model, everything works perfectly and fluidly. The keyboard is surprisingly excellent and I come from many many years of using the gold industry standard of laptop keyboards, Thinkpads! haha. Overall package is extremely light but yet extremely durable feeling. Very happy with price, performance and overall feel.

It's light, thin and easy to carry. Very nice screen and good speakers. The keyboard is very nice and quiet and it is backlit. It is more expensive than some other chromebooks but you get what you pay for.

I love this computer! Unfortunately I had to get a new one because it didn't meet our safety standards at work. However, that does not take away how easy to use, light, fast, and just amazing this computer is. I got a more expensive computer from ASUS for work and it doesn't even hold a candle to my Pixelbook go! I even used it for web dev; Although, if you are using it for Web Dev i highly suggest going for the i5 or i7.

I love this Chromebook! It's the right size(and not heavy), it's fast, and the resolution is great. I have all the apps I need on this Chromebook and can now actually send messages to all of my family(most of which have an IPhone!). The battery lasts a long time and I don't have to charge this for 3 days or more. The price may be a little high but this computer is well worth it! If you're looking for a great chromebook this is the one. Check it out.....

Very nice screen, excellent build. You get what you pay for. Bought this for my high school student. Upgrading from an Acer Chromebook. He loves it. Says "there's no lag". The battery life is so good, at least 10 hours online doing school work and playing games, watching netflix. This thing always last the whole day. Keyboard has nice click, easy to type. I will buy another one next year for middle schooler. And its crazy light for its size. I absolutely recommend this! A+

Most of my work is online based at this point, and since all the heavy lifting of excel and word happens via a remote desktop session - this laptop has been great (and docs is a very useful substitute for more general writing). It is light, fast and pairs seamlessly with my pixel phone. I use an external monitor and mouse for longer sessions, but the keyboard and track pad are fantastic. My only complaint is the bluetooth connection for my Bose earbuds - they drop often to the point of non use.