This 2-in-1 Chromebook features a 10.5-inch WUXGA touchscreen, a MediaTek Kompanio 520 processor, 8GB of RAM, and 128GB of eMMC storage. That’s more memory and storage than you’ll find in many Chromebooks at this price point. It also runs ChromeOS, which is optimized for cloud-based workflows and Android app support via Google Play.

The display measures in at 15.6 inches and is a touchscreen so you can choose to operate your laptop like you would a tablet with support for pinch, tap, and swipe controls. The screen has a resolution of 1366 x 768 pixels. It’s flicker-free with an anti-glare panel so its comfortable to look at for extended periods.

The Lenovo Chromebook Duet is now down to its lowest price yet at Amazon, and at just $229, I'd swap my aging laptop for this 2-in-1 Chromebook. It's the latest model, packs enough power for all my online tasks and is extremely portable. Plus, it doubles as a tablet with the easy-to-use ChromeOS.

What you need to know: The Galaxy Tab A9+ is one of the most popular Android tablets for college students. It’s a hybrid between a laptop and tablet while being ultrathin. What you’ll love: It features a bright 11-inch screen, impressive speaker quality and top-level battery life. It weighs only 1.32 pounds.

The bezel is ultra thin to maximize the workable space despite the compact form factor—best of both worlds. The touchscreen allows you to use the laptop like a tablet if your would prefer. It has a refresh rate of 120 Hz with exceptional contrast at 600 nits of brightness.