There are many great ways you can accessorize a Chromebook, just like a Windows laptop. If you use your Chromebook for work or school, you could use it with a docking station or a Thunderbolt dock with an external monitor. Using an external monitor can provide more screen real estate for multitasking, and docking stations can offer additional ports for connecting your favorite accessories.
Of course, you'll also need an excellent mouse and a great mechanical keyboard to complete your workstation to make typing and scrolling more comfortable. It's also useful to have a nice sleeve to carry your Chromebook in on a daily basis, even if you use a backpack. In this list, we'll take a look at the best accessories to use with your Chromebook. From mice to webcams and more, we've got you covered.
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Best monitor
LG UltraFine 32UN650W
- Brand
- LG
- Screen Size
- 31.5 inches
- Display Technology
- IPS
- HDR
- HDR10
- Resolution
- 3840 x 2160
- Aspect Ratio
- 16:9
The LG UltraFine 32UN650W is a great 4K monitor to consider for any Chromebook. We recently reviewed it and enjoyed our time with the display. It packs in premium features like joystick controls, a crisp 4K resolution, and HDR support.
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Premium monitor
Dell UltraSharp 32 4K USB-C Hub Monitor
The Dell UltraSharp U3223QE is a 32-inch 4K resolution monitor. It's a special monitor because it is using IPS Black technology which creates high contrast ratio. It also has USB-C connection for quick connections to Chromebooks.
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Budget monitor
Legion Y25-30
- Screen Size
- 24.5 inches
- Display Technology
- WLED LCD
- HDR
- Yes
- Resolution
- 1920x1080
- Aspect Ratio
- 16:9
- Refresh Rate
- 280Hz
If you need a 1080p monitor that has a lot of extra features, the Lenovo Legion Y25-30 will do the trick. It is a great 1080p gaming monitor with a fast refresh rate, joystick controls, and decent color accuracy.
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Best docking station
Anker 575 USB-C Docking Station (13-in-1)
$167 $250 Save $83- Brand
- Anker
- Connection
- USB-C
- Ports
- microSD/microSD card slot, Audio in/out, 2x USB-C, 3x USB-A 5Gbps 2x HDMI 2.0, 1x DisplayPort, 85W USB-C connection to host, Gigabit Ethernet, DC-in
- USB-C Power Delivery
- 85W power delivery to host, 7.5W USB-A on front, 18W USB-C on front
- Price
- $250
We reviewed the Anker 575 USB-C docking station, and we'd be remiss not to talk about it. It doesn't require special drivers. it'll power one monitor just fine, and get you extra ports like USB-A, USB-C, SD and microSD card readers, and even an audio jack.
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Certified docking station
Plugable UD-MSTHDC Works with Chromebook Docking Station
- Ports
- 2x HDMI 2.0, 2x DisplayPort 1.4, Audio in/out, 4 x USB-A 5GBps, Ethernet, 60W charging to host, 2x USB-A 10GBps, 1x USB-C 15W
- USB Power Delivery
- 60W
- Power supply included
- Yes
- Warranty
- 2 year
- Max display res.
- 4K 60Hz HDMI or DisplayPort
- Price
- $200
This docking station is specially designed for Chromebooks. It lets you connect to dual displays and has extra USB-A ports and a headphone jack. You also get an Ethernet port, too. Check our review of the Plugable UD-MSTHDC Works with Chromebook Docking Station for more.
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Best charger
Anker 736 Nano II 100W Charger
$55 $75 Save $20The Anker 736 Nano II 100W charger will power up most modern Chromebooks featuring USB-C ports without any issue. It has two USB-C ports where you can plug a cable (sold separately) into. It also has a USB-A port for extra measure.
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Affordable keyboard
Logitech K580 ChromeOS Edition
This is a multi-device, full-sized keyboard with a numpad that works with multiple Chromebooks. It is rechargeable and works with three different devices. There's also a slot at the top for a tablet or a phone to sit in.
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The best mouse
Logitech MX Master 3S
- Weight
- 141 g
- Sensor
- Darkfield high-precision sensor
- Battery
- ~70 days
- Connectivity
- Bluetooth, Wireless dongle
- Maximum DPI
- 8000
The Logitech MX Master 3S is the best mouse you can buy. It's wireless and recharges via USB-C and works with three different devices. It also has a magnetic scroll wheel and side-scrolling wheels that make navigating the web easy and fluent.
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Portable ergonomic mouse
Logitech MX Anywhere 3S
- Weight
- 95g
- Sensor
- 8K DPI tracking anywhere
- System Requirements
- macOS, Windows, Android, iOS, ChromeOS, Linux
- Wireless?
- Yes, Bluetooth or via Logitech Bolt dongle (not included)
- Brand
- Logitech
- Dimensions
- 34.4 x 65 x 100.5mm
If you want a compact, slim, quiet mouse to take your Chromebook on the go, the Logitech MX Anywhere 3S is a great pick. It also works with up to three different devices.
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A great webcam
Anker PowerConf C200 2K Webcam
This Anker webcam works great on ChromeOS. It packs in a 2K sensor and is nearly half the price of more expensive webcams. Best of all, it's a wide-angle webcam so you can fit more of yourself and others on your video calls.
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Simple sleeve
Inateck Laptop Sleeve
This is a great laptop sleeve that should fit most new Chromebooks but works best with 13-13.5-inch devices. It has pockets in the front, padded corners, and a carrying handle.
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Sleeve and bag for accessories
Inatech 360 Degree Shockproof Laptop Sleeve
If you're traveling with your Chromebook and other accessories, you'll love this case. It's padded for protection, but it also comes with an additional accessory bag where you can store chargers, cables, and items.
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Best stylus
Penoval USI 2.0 Stylus Pen
This Penoval USI pen works with all Chromebooks that support the USI standard. It's sleek and recharges via USB-C, and it has cone-like tips that you can replace.
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Best power bank
INIU Power Bank
$60 $90 Save $30This power bank from INIU lets you power up your Chromebook on the go. It has an LED display to show you the percentage of how much juice is left inside the power bank. It holds up to 25,000 mAh of power.
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Extra storage
Samsung T9 Portable SSD
$180 $240 Save $60- Storage capacity
- 1TB, 2TB, 4TB
- Hardware Interface
- USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 (20Gbps)
- Warranty
- Five Year Limited Warranty
- Sequential write
- Up to 2,000 MB/sec
- Sequential read
- Up to 2,000 MB/sec
This Samsung SSD is one of the most durable external drives for Chromebooks. It is great to travel with if you want to transfer files to and from your Chromebook and another device, and comes in 1TB, 2TB, and 4TB sizes.
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Personal audio
Sony WH-1000XM5
- Brand
- Sony
While these headphones are expensive, they are absolutely worth considering if you want personal audio on your Chromebook. The Sony WH-1000XM5 packs in noise cancelation, eight microphones for high-quality sound, and up to 30 hours of battery life.
A look back at the best accessories for Chromebooks in 2024
That's our roundup of the best accessories for your Chromebook. Hopefully, you now have everything you need to use your Chromebook comfortably at home or on the go. We get that we included a lot of accessories, but we have some ideas for the ideal setup. You'll want to consider buying the LG UltraFine 32UN650W since it packs plenty of premium features like HDR and joystick controls for under $500.
For extending your Chromebook's ports, meanwhile, there's the Anker 575 which has an SDcard reader, USB-A, and other ports like HDMI. And for more comfortable typing and scrolling beyond the integrated trackpad and mouse on your Chromebook, the Logitech K580 ChromeOS Edition has the function keys you're familiar with, and the Logitech MX Master 3S is quite the comfortable mouse. Beyond those basics, the Anker PowerConf C200 is a great 2K webcam, the Inateck Laptop Sleeve can protect your Chromebook, and the Penovoal USI 2.0 Stylus Pen can help you draw on your Chromebook's touchscreen.