A popular everyday Chromebook has just hit its lowest price ever as major retailers slash costs ahead of the holiday shopping rush. The ASUS Chromebook CX1 (model CX1500CKA-SS48F) in Mineral Gray, equipped with a 15.6-inch Full HD NanoEdge display, Intel Celeron N4500 processor, 128GB eMMC storage, and 4GB of RAM, is now available for only $189.99, representing a substantial discount from its regular $299 price tag.
You can find the ASUS Chromebook on Amazon HERE.
The sudden price drop appeared simultaneously across several large online retailers late last week, instantly turning the already budget-friendly laptop into one of the most compelling Chromebook deals of the season. Shoppers searching for an affordable, reliable machine for schoolwork, web browsing, streaming, and basic productivity have quickly taken notice, with multiple sellers reporting the Mineral Gray configuration moving far faster than other colors or storage options.
The CX1 stands out in the sub-$200 category primarily because of its large 15.6-inch anti-glare Full HD panel with narrow NanoEdge bezels. Most Chromebooks at this aggressive price point still ship with 11.6-inch or 14-inch 1366×768 TN screens, making the ASUS model’s sharper, more spacious display a significant advantage for students writing papers, families sharing a device, or anyone who simply prefers a bigger workspace without spending more.
Under the hood, the dual-core Intel Celeron N4500 processor paired with 4GB of RAM and 128GB of eMMC flash storage delivers smooth performance for typical ChromeOS workloads. The system boots in seconds, handles dozens of browser tabs, Android apps from the Google Play Store, and Linux applications with ease, and benefits from ChromeOS’s automatic background updates and built-in virus protection. Battery life remains a strong point as well, regularly exceeding ten hours in real-world testing of mixed web browsing and video playback.
Additional features that add value at the new $189.99 price include a full-size keyboard with 1.4 mm key travel, a responsive trackpad, 180-degree lay-flat hinge for easy sharing, dual stereo speakers, 802.11ax Wi-Fi 6, and a respectable selection of ports: two USB-C, two USB-A, microSD card reader, and a headphone jack. Weighing just under four pounds and measuring 0.74 inches thick, the Mineral Gray chassis also proves durable enough for daily commuting or classroom use.
Retail analysts point to excess inventory of the 2023-2024 CX1 series and aggressive pre-Black Friday positioning as the main drivers behind the discount. With newer Intel N100 and N200-series Chromebooks beginning to appear in the $249–$329 range, retailers appear eager to clear existing stock of the still-capable Celeron models before the holiday peak.
Early buyers who have received units purchased at the new price have flooded retailer reviews with praise for the display quality and overall value, many noting that the laptop feels far more premium than its cost suggests. Several parents highlighted it as an ideal first laptop for middle-school students, while remote workers mentioned using it successfully as a secondary device for travel.
The $189.99 price applies specifically to the Mineral Gray CX1500CKA-SS48F configuration with 128GB storage and 4GB RAM. Shoppers interested in taking advantage of the deal are advised to act quickly, as similar flash discounts on popular Chromebook models have sold out within days in previous promotions. At the time of publishing, major outlets still showed the reduced price with shipping available before Christmas, making the ASUS Chromebook CX1 one of the strongest budget laptop options currently on the market.
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