While Lenovo’s business laptop range is nothing to sniff at, we’ll be focusing just on the new models most relevant to consumers, from laptops to PCs to their one interesting phone/tablet hybrid release. More on this – the Best and Worst Tech from MWC 2019
Lenovo IdeaPad S540
This new consumer laptop model boasts an all-aluminum chassis, and it’s available in both 14-inch and 15-inch sizes. It’s a slim build, but the battery is claimed to last up to 12 hours, making it a solid option for anyone in the market for a portable but reliable laptop.
Dimensions: 14.1″ x 9.6″ x 0.67″Weight: Starts at 3.97 lbsIntel Core i7 processorOS: Windows 10 HomeUp to 16 GB memoryUp to 1 TB storageDolby Audio Speaker SystemStarts at €799 (About $908)Available April 2019
Lenovo IdeaPad S340
Another consumer laptop that claims to be slimmer and more powerful than ever. The new IdeaPad S340 has 14-inch or 15-inch sizes and either an 8th Gen Intel Core i7-8565U processor or an AMD Ryzen 7 3700U mobile processor. The battery can last up to 10 hours.
14-inch or 15-inch displayDimensions: 14.09″ x 9.64″ x 0.7″ – 0.76″Up to 16 GBUp to 2 TB storageBattery max: 10 hoursWeight: Starts at 3.72 lbsIntel Core i7-8565U processor or AMD Ryzen 7 3700U mobile processorOS: Windows 10 HomeStarts at €549 (About $624) for the AMD-based model, which is available April 2019Starts at €599 (About $681) for the Intel-based model, which is available March 2019
Lenovo IdeaPad C340
Finally, this new IdeaPad is a 2-in-1 convertible laptop that can be used as a tablet as well. The battery life takes a hit compared to this model’s IdeaPad cousins: it only lasts 8 hours, not 12, though it supports RapidCharge technology. It comes with a fingerprint reader and an Active Pen support for easily inspired sketch artists. Once again, your two size options are the 14-inch or the 15-inch. My favorite feature? The “TrueBlock Privacy Shutter,” a physical slide you can close to keep your PC’s webcam in the dark when turned off. It’s the little things.
14-inch display dimensions: 12.91″ x 9.01″ x 0.7″15-inch display dimensions: 14.33″ x 9.84″ x 0.81″Up to Intel Core i7-8565U ProcessorLatest NVIDIA® Graphics (N17S-G0)Up to 16 GB memoryUp to 512 GB + 1 TB storageOS: Windows 10 HomeStarts at €599 (About $681)Available March 2019
Lenovo Tab V7 Tablet/Phone
Yes, you read that right – Lenovo has revealed a tablet/phone hybrid, or as Lenovo puts it, “a tablet with the DNA of a smartphone.” It’s Lenovo’s way of offering the bigger screen that consumers want, with a 6.9-inch HD display, while still fitting in your back pocket (provided you have a large one). The device has a 81 percent screen-to-body ratio, complete with bezels. The processing power should be great, thanks to the octa-core Snapdragon 450, and the 5180 mAh battery will last you all day (30 hours of audio, or 10 hours of video/browsing). The camera specs are okay but not amazing. This device is definitely aimed at people who enjoy watching video on the go. It also works well as a kid-distracter when you need a portable entertainment system.
6.9-inch Full HD display18:9 display ratio7.89 mm size195 grams weight13-megapixel rear camera5-megapixel front-facing cameraQualcomm Snapdragon 450 processor4GB RAM64GB memory with 128GB microSD expansion5180 mAh batteryRear fingerprint unlockFront facial recognition unlockAndroid 9.0 PieStarts at €249 (about $283)Available April 2019
Lenovo IdeaCentre AIO A340
Lenovo’s new consumer PC model comes with a streamlined, modernist stand made out of a single strip of curved steel. The 24-inch HD display for the AIO A340 comes with thinner bezels than the previous model, with a choice of two different processors: The Intel Core i5-8400T or the 7th generation AMD A9-9425. Either way, it’ll look stylish in your home.
24-inch Full HD displayIntel Core i5-8400T or 7th generation AMD A9-9425 processor8 GB memory1 TB HDD storageOS: Windows 10 HomeCamera: 720PAudio: 2 x 3W Stereo SpeakerStarts at €599 (About $680)Available March 2019
Should You Buy Them?
Lenovo’s new models all seem to be holding up to the company’s reputation for well-built products. If you’re a Lenovo fan, there’s a lot of enjoy, from the processing power to the sleek designs. If you’re in the US, however, you’ll have to wait for pricing confirmation. Lenovo hasn’t made their U.S. prices available yet, so watch this space for updates.
