Samsung Chromebook Plus V2 (12.2-Inch, 2019)

Handy integrated stylus storage. USB Type-C and Type-A ports. Two webcams. Full HD touch screen. Built-in LTE modem.

So-so battery life. Heavy. Uncomfortable keyboard and touchpad.

Bottom Line: An intriguing option among premium Chrome OS convertibles, the Samsung Chromebook Plus V2 (LTE) offers unique features like a built-in stylus and two cameras.

The Samsung Chromebook Plus V2 adds a handy secondary camera and a more powerful processor than its predecessor adding more value to this premium Chromebook. The two-in-one design and built-in pen also make it more useful than your average low-end...

Though not overpriced for what you're getting, the $500 price is high for a Chromebook, there's no HDMI output (you'll need a USB-C dongle) and the keyboard is not backlit.

Samsung's Chromebook Plus V2 might be pricier than your average Chromebook, but the design and improved performance over the last-gen model let you do more with Chrome OS and Android than lower-end options.

Display ; The 12.2-inch touchscreen is bright, vibrant, and sharp. ; Convertible design ; I'm not entirely sold on using Chromebooks as tablets, but I like being able to flip the Chromebook Plus V2 into tent and stand modes. ; Stylus ; There's an...

Plastic frame ; The bottom section of the Chromebook Plus V2 is plastic, which makes it feel a bit cheap. ; Keyboard ; The keys feel mushy on bottom-out, and it's not backlit. ; Performance ; The Celeron and 4GB of RAM are fine for moderate usage, but...

It's nearly perfect in every way.

It's nearly perfect in every way.