Best Buy has opened preorders for the first wave of Googlebook laptops and is including a free pair of Pixel Buds 2a with qualifying purchases.
The promotion applies across Googlebook models from Acer, Dell, Lenovo, ASUS and HP. Buyers do not need to add a separate coupon, as the earbuds are automatically included when an eligible laptop is placed in the cart.
The free Pixel Buds 2a come in the Hazel color, with no option to choose a different finish.
Googlebook buyers get a $129 accessory
Pixel Buds 2a normally carry a retail price of $129, although they have previously been discounted to around $99.
The earbuds were introduced as a more affordable alternative to Google's higher end Pixel Buds Pro line.
Recent software updates have also expanded their capabilities, including Gemini based voice controls and improvements to Live Translate.
That makes the preorder bundle more useful than a simple low cost accessory inclusion, particularly for buyers planning to use Google's wider hardware and AI ecosystem.
| Googlebook model | Key specifications | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Acer Googlebook 14 | 3K OLED, 120Hz, Core Ultra 5 325, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD | $899 |
| Dell XPS Googlebook | 2.5K, 120Hz, Snapdragon X Elite, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD | $999 |
| Lenovo Googlebook | 3K OLED, 120Hz, Core Ultra 5 325, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD | $1,099 |
| ASUS Googlebook 14 | 3K OLED, 120Hz, Core Ultra 5 325, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD | $1,299 |
| HP Googlebook | 3K OLED, 120Hz, Snapdragon X Elite, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD | $1,299 |
The Acer model is currently the least expensive option at $899, while ASUS and HP sit at the top of this initial range at $1,299.
Intel and Snapdragon models are both available
The first Googlebook lineup is split between Intel and Qualcomm platforms.
Acer, Lenovo and ASUS are using the Intel Core Ultra 5 325, while Dell and HP are offering Snapdragon X Elite configurations.
All of the listed systems include 16GB of memory and 512GB of storage.
Display specifications are also fairly consistent, with most models offering 3K OLED panels running at 120Hz.
The Dell XPS Googlebook differs slightly with a 2.5K 120Hz display.
This gives buyers a choice between x86 and Arm based hardware while keeping the rest of the specifications relatively close.
Googlebook is positioned beyond the traditional Chromebook model
Google's new Googlebook platform is designed as a broader evolution of the Chromebook concept.
The systems are built around Gemini Intelligence and deeper Android integration, with an emphasis on AI assisted features and cross device compatibility.
Prices starting at $899 also place Googlebooks much higher than many traditional Chromebooks.
That pricing suggests Google and its hardware partners are aiming at the premium laptop market rather than competing mainly with entry level ChromeOS systems.
The inclusion of OLED displays, 120Hz refresh rates and newer Intel or Snapdragon processors supports that positioning.
Buyers also get Google AI Pro and app benefits
The Pixel Buds 2a are not the only extra included with a Googlebook purchase.
Googlebook buyers also receive 12 months of Google AI Pro.
The systems additionally include up to $500 in apps, adding more value for buyers who intend to use Google's software and AI services heavily.
These benefits are separate from Best Buy's Pixel Buds promotion.
The free earbuds offer is specifically tied to the preorder period.
Preorders run until the October 4 launch
Googlebooks are scheduled to launch on October 4, 2026.
Best Buy says its Pixel Buds 2a promotion will remain available through the preorder window leading up to that date.
Availability may still vary by individual model, configuration and inventory as launch approaches.
For buyers already interested in the new platform, the promotion effectively adds a $129 accessory without raising the laptop price.
The larger decision will come down to which hardware platform and display configuration best fit your needs, as the first Googlebook lineup ranges from the $899 Acer model to $1,299 systems from ASUS and HP.
Best Buy has opened preorders for the first wave of Googlebook laptops and is including a free pair of Pixel Buds 2a with qualifying purchases.
The promotion applies across Googlebook models from Acer, Dell, Lenovo, ASUS and HP. Buyers do not need to add a separate coupon, as the earbuds are automatically included when an eligible laptop is placed in the cart.
The free Pixel Buds 2a come in the Hazel color, with no option to choose a different finish.
Googlebook buyers get a $129 accessory
Pixel Buds 2a normally carry a retail price of $129, although they have previously been discounted to around $99.
The earbuds were introduced as a more affordable alternative to Google's higher end Pixel Buds Pro line.
Recent software updates have also expanded their capabilities, including Gemini based voice controls and improvements to Live Translate.
That makes the preorder bundle more useful than a simple low cost accessory inclusion, particularly for buyers planning to use Google's wider hardware and AI ecosystem.
| Googlebook model | Key specifications | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Acer Googlebook 14 | 3K OLED, 120Hz, Core Ultra 5 325, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD | $899 |
| Dell XPS Googlebook | 2.5K, 120Hz, Snapdragon X Elite, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD | $999 |
| Lenovo Googlebook | 3K OLED, 120Hz, Core Ultra 5 325, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD | $1,099 |
| ASUS Googlebook 14 | 3K OLED, 120Hz, Core Ultra 5 325, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD | $1,299 |
| HP Googlebook | 3K OLED, 120Hz, Snapdragon X Elite, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD | $1,299 |
The Acer model is currently the least expensive option at $899, while ASUS and HP sit at the top of this initial range at $1,299.
Intel and Snapdragon models are both available
The first Googlebook lineup is split between Intel and Qualcomm platforms.
Acer, Lenovo and ASUS are using the Intel Core Ultra 5 325, while Dell and HP are offering Snapdragon X Elite configurations.
All of the listed systems include 16GB of memory and 512GB of storage.
Display specifications are also fairly consistent, with most models offering 3K OLED panels running at 120Hz.
The Dell XPS Googlebook differs slightly with a 2.5K 120Hz display.
This gives buyers a choice between x86 and Arm based hardware while keeping the rest of the specifications relatively close.
Googlebook is positioned beyond the traditional Chromebook model
Google's new Googlebook platform is designed as a broader evolution of the Chromebook concept.
The systems are built around Gemini Intelligence and deeper Android integration, with an emphasis on AI assisted features and cross device compatibility.
Prices starting at $899 also place Googlebooks much higher than many traditional Chromebooks.
That pricing suggests Google and its hardware partners are aiming at the premium laptop market rather than competing mainly with entry level ChromeOS systems.
The inclusion of OLED displays, 120Hz refresh rates and newer Intel or Snapdragon processors supports that positioning.
Buyers also get Google AI Pro and app benefits
The Pixel Buds 2a are not the only extra included with a Googlebook purchase.
Googlebook buyers also receive 12 months of Google AI Pro.
The systems additionally include up to $500 in apps, adding more value for buyers who intend to use Google's software and AI services heavily.
These benefits are separate from Best Buy's Pixel Buds promotion.
The free earbuds offer is specifically tied to the preorder period.
Preorders run until the October 4 launch
Googlebooks are scheduled to launch on October 4, 2026.
Best Buy says its Pixel Buds 2a promotion will remain available through the preorder window leading up to that date.
Availability may still vary by individual model, configuration and inventory as launch approaches.
For buyers already interested in the new platform, the promotion effectively adds a $129 accessory without raising the laptop price.
The larger decision will come down to which hardware platform and display configuration best fit your needs, as the first Googlebook lineup ranges from the $899 Acer model to $1,299 systems from ASUS and HP.
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