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Are Copilot Plus PCs really the Windows alternative to Chromebooks?


They’re a little cheaper than other Windows laptops, and are still more versatile than Chromebooks — but their app compatibility is spottier.

Sure, there were still a lot of options from multiple laptop manufacturers, but if you knew what brand or operating system you wanted, especially if you were limited by a budget, it probably wouldn’t have taken too long to narrow down your choices, especially if you had specific preferences. (Microsoft is deprecating this feature in March 2025, so if you want to “run” Android apps on Windows, you’ll have to use Phone Link to mirror them starting next year.) If you need to use your laptop for both work and personal tasks but are looking to save some cash, Copilot Plus PCs are the better alternative to Chromebooks — assuming that they can handle all the apps you require.

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