Acer - Chromebook 311 - 11.6" HD Laptop - Intel Celeron N4500 - 4GB Memory - 64GB eMMC - Star Black
Customers are saying
Customers love the overall performance and portability of this device, frequently noting that it is a reliable tool for their daily needs. Users also appreciate its compact size and lightweight design, which make it an excellent choice for travel. While the battery life and speed receive positive feedback, some users have expressed that the storage and memory capacities could be improved.
Highlights
Features
The Best of Google, in a Laptop
Chromebooks run ChromeOS, the fast, secure operating system from Google, with built-in Google apps like Gmail, Gemini, Docs, Photos, YouTube, and more.
Try Google AI Pro, with 5TB of Storage, and more for 3 Months at No Cost
Boost your productivity and creativity with higher access to the best of Gemini including Nano Banana, Veo, Gemini in Gmail, Docs, and more. Plus get 5TB of storage - all in one plan.*
Starts Fast, Won't Slow You Down
Chromebooks start up in under 10 seconds, and run automatic updates behind the scenes to deliver performance that’s full speed ahead.
Chat with Gemini
Supercharge your ideas, right from your home screen. Get help planning, writing, learning, and more.**
Never Had a Virus - No Need to Worry.***
Breathe easy knowing your security and privacy are covered with built-in protection and the Titan C2 security chip.
The Apps You Know and Love
Popular apps for streaming, gaming, creating, and staying organized are all available on Google Play. Easily access Microsoft 365****, Minecraft, Adobe Express, and more.
Fast and Intuitive
With a Chromebook powered by an Intel Celeron N4500 Processor, this dependable classroom companion lets you race ahead with 4GB fast LPDDR4X memory and 64GB eMMC storage – all while enjoying uninterrupted learning with the long battery life.
Light and Quiet
Weighing only 2.65 pounds, you won’t be weighed down as you zip between classes. Its silent fanless design ensures you won’t disturb classmates when you are gliding your fingers across the multi-touch touchpad while boosting performance.
Online Learning, Amplified
Experience the convenience of an HD Webcam with dual built-in speakers, and the efficiency of ChromeOS for online classes. Don’t be late for class again with a Chromebook for students featuring fast WiFi 5 connectivity.
The Power of Wireless
A strong consistent wireless signal is provided by Wi-Fi 5 and strategically placed 802.11ac wireless antenna with 2x2 MU-MIMO technology. MUMIMO (Multi-User Multiple-Input and Multiple-Output) is a standard that offers faster wireless speeds and can handle more wireless devices at once.
Seamless Connectivity at Your Fingertips
A USB Type-C port for ultra-quick data transfer, video streaming, and battery charging. The reversible USB 3.2 Type-C connector is the same at both ends and on both sides, so it’s easy to attach. In addition to the USB 3.1 Type-C port, there is also a USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type A port.
Disclaimers*
*$59.97 value, for a limited time only. The Google AI Pro trial offer is available to eligible users with the purchase and activation of an eligible Chromebook on or after May 28, 2024. This offer is limited to users in Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, India, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Luxembourg, Mexico, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Poland, Portugal, South Africa, Spain, Sweden, Taiwan, United Kingdom and United States.
Disclaimer* (Cont.)
Redeem the offer by January 31, 2026, at 11:59pm PT. Valid form of payment required at sign-up, but you will not be charged until the trial period expires. $19.99/month at offer end. Cancel anytime. Gemini in Google AI Pro & Gemini for Gmail, Docs, & more are only available for ages 18+. Gemini for Gmail, Docs & more is available in select languages. See g.co/chromebook/google-ai-pro-3-month-offer for full terms. Results for illustrative purposes. Internet connection required
Disclaimer* (Cont.)
Check responses for accuracy. Feature availability varies based on language.
Additional Disclaimers
**Check responses for accuracy. Internet connection required. Availability may vary by device, country, and language. ***As of February 2025 there has been no evidence of any documented, successful virus attack on ChromeOS. Data based on ChromeOS monitoring of various national and internal databases. ****Additional functionality available with a Microsoft 365 subscription (sold separately). Microsoft, Excel, & PowerPoint are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
Specifications
- Screen Size11.6 inchesScreen Resolution1366 x 768 (HD)Touch ScreenNoProcessor ModelIntel CeleronStorage TypeeMMC
Reviews
Rating 4.3 out of 5 stars with 198 reviews
- Overall Performance (68)
- Portability (40)
- Size (21)
- Battery Life (18)
- Speed (13)
- Memory (3)
- Storage (3)
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| Pros for Acer - Chromebook 311 - 11.6" HD Laptop - Intel Celeron N4500 - 4GB Memory - 64GB eMMC - Star Black | |||
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| Overall Performance, Portability, Battery Life, Speed, Size | Overall Performance, Portability, Battery Life, Speed, Design | Overall Performance, Battery Life, Ease of Use, Display Size | There were no pros for this product— |
| Cons for Acer - Chromebook 311 - 11.6" HD Laptop - Intel Celeron N4500 - 4GB Memory - 64GB eMMC - Star Black | |||
| Memory, Storage | Screen Quality, Storage Capacity, Heat Dissipation | There were no cons for this product— | There were no cons for this product— |
Specs
Questions & Answers
Can I upgrade the storage or the memory?
Answered by TeamAcerChromebooks are different from Windows laptop products in that they are designed to be used primarily while connected to the Internet, with most applications and documents living in the cloud. Because of this they don't support on-board storage and system memory is onboard.
What is the date for the elimination of Chrome updates on this machine? All Chromebooks have a termination of support date.
Answered by Intel teamGreetings from the Intel team. Thank you for your question. Based on the information provided by Google Help Center, the Acer - Chromebook 311 model CBOA311-1H-C90F will keep receiving automatic updates until Jun 2031. Google Help Center: https://support.google.com/chrome/a/answer/6220366?hl=en#zippy=%2Clenovo%2Cacer For detailed information about the Intel® Celeron® Processor N4500, visit: https://ark.intel.com/content/www/us/en/ark/products/212326/intel-celeron-processor-n4500-4m-cache-up-to-2-80-ghz.html Thank you for choosing Intel! Emilio_Intel
Can this also be a gaming laptop
Answered by TeamAcerChromebooks are primarily designed for web-based tasks and are optimized for working in the cloud using the Google Chrome Operating System (Chrome OS). They are not typically considered gaming laptops, but you can still enjoy some gaming experiences on them. There are however Chromebooks that are designed for gaming such as the Chromebook 516 GE series.
What is the AUE date?
Answered by TeamAcerAccording to Google the AUE for this Chromebook is Jun 2031.
How much memory does this Chromebook have?
This Chromebook comes equipped with 4GB of LPDDR4X RAM.
This question and answer was generated by AI based on customer and product data.
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