The search giant also throws in 1 TB of Google Drive cloud storage (it’s free for three years). The Chromebook Pixel only offers 32 GB of flash memory in its solid-state drive (SSD), but one of Chrome OS’ hallmarks is that it doesn’t require much storage.

The Pixel’s display actually has a slightly higher pixel density than Apple’s Retina MacBook Pros. The Chromebook Pixel sports a high-res display (2,560 x 1,700 squeezed into 12.85 inches), an Intel Core i5 chip, and 4 GB of RAM. However, the Chromebook Pixel’s hardware competes more with premium laptops like Apple’s MacBook Air or MacBook Pro with Retina Display. Its software selection is similar to – but distinct from – what you might expect from an Android tablet. But you can forget about Microsoft Office (Google hopes you’ll use their Docs service), Photoshop, and anything even resembling hardcore gaming. Popular mobile apps like Angry Birds, Google Maps, and Cut the Rope are all supported. The Chrome OS experience revolves around an offshoot of the Chrome web browser.Ĭhrome OS does, however, offer many browser-based apps. It still runs Chrome OS, which shuns the traditional desktop operating system and relies on the cloud. The Chromebook Pixel is an odd blend of professional-grade hardware and entry-level consumer software.

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