If the company goes under or stops supporting this model, then it’s just like any other Chromebook-when it breaks or its support runs out in June 2030, you’ll have to replace the whole thing. But this promise depends on Framework continuing to exist and supply parts for this Chromebook. You’ll be able to add more storage and memory, replace your battery, extend your ChromeOS support date by upgrading your mainboard with a new processor, or repair anything else if it breaks.

Framework includes a screwdriver and handy QR codes by each internal part that direct you to step-by-step replacement guides with links to the exact parts you’ll need. Just like its Windows counterpart-which received a 10 out of 10 repairability score from iFixit and which we recommend in our Windows ultrabook guide-you can easily replace and upgrade the Framework Chromebook’s individual parts. If you want a repairable Chromebook: The Framework Laptop Chromebook Edition is what you’ve been waiting for. You can also turn an old Windows or Mac computer into a Chromebook, if you have an aging system lying around. If you can’t find a new Chromebook anywhere, consider a used Chromebook-but double-check the official end-of-support date before you buy. If none of our picks are available, we recommend setting up stock alerts through or browser extensions like Keepa. It can be difficult to find a decent Chromebook in stock during the back-to-school shopping season. If the C536 is unavailable, the virtually identical Asus Chromebook Flip CM5 (CM5500FDA-DN344T) is another great option. We don’t recommend this 4.3-pound laptop if you need to take yours to work, class, or even a coffee shop-it’s best used around the house.

Its 15.6-inch touchscreen provides more room to do work or enjoy media, but it also makes the laptop bulkier.

If you need a bigger screen and a number pad, the Asus Chromebook Flip C536 (C536EA-BI3T3) is the best option.

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