Are there any alternatives?

If you want a fast Chromebook, then the Acer Chromebook 13 is a good choice, even though it’s still using 8th-gen CPUs. It’s also less than half the price and doesn’t come with any enterprise features, so it’s more of a consumer option.

　　The Google Pixelbook Go is another great Chromebook option that’s vastly less expensive, but it’s also consumer-only. Enterprise buyers will want to look elsewhere.

　　If you do need an enterprise laptop, then you can consider the HP Pro c645 Chromebook Enterprise. It’s not out yet, but it looks like it will provide the same Chrome Enterprise advantages for corporations, and a similarly robust design. If you can’t wait, then the Acer Chromebook Enterprise Flip 13 will provide the same corporate manageability in a 2-in-1 format for $1,300, although you’ll be stuck with an 8th-gen Core i7 CPU. The 3:2 display at 2,256 x 1,504 would be a nice feature to have, though.

　　

How long will it last?

The Dell Latitude 7410 Chromebook will keep Chrome OS running for years, and it’s durable enough to last. A three-year on-site/in-home warranty is included in the Chromebook’s price, well beyond the one-year mail-in warranty we’re used to seeing.

　　

Should you buy it?

If you’re a consumer, no. The price is crazy, and you can get a Chromebook that’s just as fast with the features you’ll need for a fraction of the price. If you’re a large company that needs a robust laptop with great connectivity and Chrome Enterprise on board, then maybe it can fit into your budget.