Lenovo IdeaPad 5i Chromebook 14inch FHD Laptop (Intel Core i5, 8 GB RAM, 256GB SSD, Intel Iris Xe Graphics, Chrome OS) – Storm Grey

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You also get to make the most of the full number pad and a large trackpad to add function while you’re not in-game. ChromeBooks, almost by default, tend to be far less powerful and contain far less memory, which can be a significant stumble when users start becoming more proficient and wanting to use their device for more.

With a 16-inch display and a 1920 x 1200 resolution, the Lenovo IdeaPad 5i has plenty of screen real estate for serious work. The color of the backlight can be customized directly through Chrome OS’s settings, but the range of customization is limited to a handful of colors and a predefined rainbow option. The fact it isn’t backlit is a shame, though, as this Chromebook won’t be too suitable for after-dark working. It’s also a huge leap over Windows gaming laptops, which often struggle to hit five hours of battery life on a charge. The 51wh battery lasts an exceptionally long time on a Chromebook even under intense usage – which, given that it is mainly running the equivalent of a web browser and maybe a mobile app, seems to make a lot of sense.Ultrabook, Celeron, Celeron Inside, Core Inside, Intel, Intel Logo, Intel Atom, Intel Atom Inside, Intel Core, Intel Inside, Intel Inside Logo, Intel vPro, Itanium, Itanium Inside, Pentium, Pentium Inside, vPro Inside, Xeon, Xeon Phi, Xeon Inside, and Intel Optane are trademarks of Intel Corporation or its subsidiaries in the U.

Access a rich library of Google Play apps on the streamlined Chrome OS, complete with wallpapers, images, and more. As my typical use case is running Chrome and a few web apps, my battery results are probably on the higher end of what to expect. This is because of the combination of a lightweight OS in ChromeOS and its snappy Intel Core i3-1215U chip. If for any reason the manufacturer rejects the warranty claim, or you have any other difficulties please contact us and we will be more than happy to help. In my experience, a 256GB SSD on a Chromebook feels similar to a 1TB drive on a Windows laptop, as the reduced storage space is offset by the fact most apps (including games) run in the cloud.That’s healthy endurance, beating out the Acer Chromebook Vero 514, Acer Chromebook Spin 514, and Framework Chromebook Laptop, among others we’ve recently reviewed. An enhanced Waves-certified speaker system with built-in amplifier provides rich, crystal-clear audio. It has a bright, sharp display, good performance, great network connectivity, tons of ports, and long battery life.

The problem here is its 45% rated coverage of the NTSC gamut, which left colours feeling quite washed out and not necessarily as punchy as other displays I’ve seen on Chromebooks. All our products are covered by a manufacturer's warranty unless stated otherwise on the listing (usually under the conditions tab). From the photo it looks like maybe there’s a different material/finish on the right and left side, with the left maybe prone to fingerprints? You can change your choices at any time by visiting Cookie preferences, as described in the Cookie notice.All our items range from brand new to refurbished - you can find more details in the condition tab below.

The Acer Chromebook 516 GE, an alternative gaming-focused Chromebook with a 16-inch display, offers everything found in the Lenovo alongside a more attractive and luxurious chassis. I was equally surprised by how solid the IdeaPad 5 Gaming Chromebook’s Wi-Fi adapter performed in this situation. Access a rich library of Google Play apps on the streamlined Chrome OS, complete with wallpapers, images and more. With the Intel Core i5 processor in this laptop, you'll easily handle day-to-day tasks like word processing, image editing, and web browsing.

I’d say the Lenovo IdeaPad 5i Chromebook ticks off most of the main boxes when it comes to design, run-time, and a solid experience.