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Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5i Chromebook Plus 14

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IdeaPad Flex 5i Chromebook Plus 14
IdeaPad Flex 5i Chromebook Plus 14
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A 14.0-inch convertible chromebook tested with Chrome OS 119.0, Intel Core i3-1315U 1.2GHz processor, 8GB of memory, Intel UHD Graphics video adapter, a touchscreen, and a 128GB eMMC drive. This model will receive updates from Google up until June 2032.
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A 14.0-inch convertible chromebook tested with Chrome OS 119.0, Intel Core i3-1315U 1.2GHz processor, 8GB of memory, Intel UHD Graphics video adapter, a touchscreen, and a 128GB eMMC drive. This model will receive updates from Google up until June 2032.
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Predicted Reliability
 /  5
Owner Satisfaction
 /  5
Performance
 /  5
Display
 /  5
Ease of use
 /  5
Versatility
 /  5
Battery
 /  5
Weight score
 /  5
Display size
Battery Life - web
Battery Life - video
Weight
Touch screen
 /  5
2-in-1
 /  5

Detailed Test Results

Performance: Performance was very good. Speed was above average for productivity and Web-based tasks such as word processing, Web browsing, and online game play.

Battery Life and Weight: Battery life lasted 9.5 hours in a light load of web browsing tests, and 5.75 hours in a heavier load of 4K video playback tests. Results were sufficient to get through most of a workday of mixed use tasks, but not as notable as similar Chromebooks. At 3.6 lbs, weight was heavier than a typical Chromebook.

Ergnomics: The keyboard and case were well-designed, making it comfortable and convenient to use. The keyboard has large keys and was comfortably sized. Its high contrast letters were easy to read, and the backlighting can be useful in dark rooms. The keyboard can be folded away, allowing the screen to be used like a tablet. Friction on the touchscreen may prevent fast swiping, and fingerprints may take some effort to clean off. Testers liked the sturdy build of the chassis.

Display: The display quality was good overall. Colors were in the ballpark, though not completely accurate. The display was brighter than most but it was highly prone to glare so it's somewhat difficult to see in a brightly lit room or outdoors. The display has a wide viewing angle, especially important if more than one person needs to see the screen at a time, say, for a video or presentation. Its display has better contrast than on most other tested Chromebooks.

Useful features and attributes on this model include: Chromebook converts to a touchscreen tablet to be used as either a computer or a tablet. This Chromebook supports DisplayPort over USB-C for connecting to a TV or monitor. The power supply and chassis are lighter than the average weight of a chromebook and power supply.

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The Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5i Chromebook Plus 14 is a 14.0-inch convertible Chromebook with a screen resolution of 1920 x 1200. It has 8GB of memory and a 128GB eMMC drive. It has an Intel Core i3-1315U 1.2GHz processor and a Intel UHD Graphics video adapter. It was tested with Chrome OS 119.0. This model will receive updates from Google up until June 2032.

It has a built-in microSD memory card reader for digital photography, a touch screen, and 1 full-size and 2 type-C USB ports. As with most Chromebooks, it comes with a USB charger, but this means you'll lose a USB port to plug in the power cable when charging. Video outputs include: supporting DisplayPort over USB-C. It also supports WiFi 6 (802.11ax), which provides faster and more dependable High Efficiency Wireless, but you'll need a compatible router to see the faster speeds. It has Bluetooth 5.2 built-in. It has a manual sliding cover to hide the webcam when not in use. Google Play is available for downloading Android apps and games.

The Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5i Chromebook Plus 14 measures 12.4 inches wide by 9 inches deep by 0.9 inches high, and it weighs 3.6 lbs. A standard manufacturer's warranty for Chromebooks covers 1-year, with 1-year tech support, but some vendors may provide free additional duration.

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