Ask HN: What is the best Chromebook for Linux 2017?

8 points by balac ↗ HN
I'd like a Chromebook to run Linux on, this will be used for light web dev with node, vim, etc.

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Ive found this, it shows which model works with what https://wiki.galliumos.org/Hardware_Compatibility

I dont actually have a chromebook running linux but would love to hear some people's experiences

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I have the Dell Chromebook 13 with an i5/8GB. I upgraded the SSD to 256GB and have had a pretty good experience with it. I use it with chrx. I am sure it is overkill for the task, but I wanted to have a capable machine if needed for larger tasks.
Truthfully, I could have purchased the Dell Developer Edition with similar specs for $100 or so more, I would recommend that option as well, if you are going to go up the maxed out Dell Chromebook 13. I wanted the DIY experience. :)
X1 Carbon Generation 4, 1 Tb m.2. NAND SSD, 16 GB of ram. using virtual chrome os like a Chromebook, VERY FAST. I can't find a better Chromebook under 5k.