Bests & Worsts Reviews from Amazon

XE500C13 versions: S03US verses K03US The K03US is exactly the same Chromebook as this S03US except it has twice the ram and twice the storage. Chrome OS rolling out July 2018 is said tor require more memory to handle new security processes. 4GB ram advised. The 4 gig K03US hit a low sub $140 price in Nov 2017 so I purchased one. Having given it constant heavy daily use since then doing research, typing, watching video and uploading photos it has had zero issues. I give the XE500C13 ten stars for value reliability and performance at under $150 but not with 2GB of ram. That's obsolete and why this S03US version only gets two stars from me. Hold out for a 4GB or better Chomebook if you can to avoid freeze-ups. Would not hesitate to buy a used K03US if in eye appealing condition as there is little a user can do to damage these internally and will operate like new. XE500C13 PROS: light weight highly transportable, decent water resistant keyboard, long battery life, fast recharging, sturdy construction for a low cost machine, micro SD card inserts flush to edge and can be left in all the time, silent, dependable, good wi-fi, opens 180 degrees, has blue light filter which user can set for night use. XE500C13 CONS: nothing serious: The 12 volt 2.2 amp ac adapter, p/n AD-2612AUS, employs a needle-thin barrel power tip which is easily broken off and tends to fall out of the wall. Replacement adapters are cheap though- have a spare on hand and consider getting an in-line type. Display hinge is sturdy but too tight. low screen resolution as do all laptops at this price point, maximum sound level though built in stereo speakers may not at times be loud enough for some users, heats through bottom with heavy use, touchpad is overly sensitive and can not be adjusted, at least on mine, this being the most annoying flaw.