This Lenovo is one of a new breed of
tablet-laptop hybrids, inspired by Intel's Ultrabook design and running Windows
8
The Lenovo IdeaPad Yoga is aptly named -
it's flexible in more than one way. Not only can this Ultrabook be used as a
laptop and a tablet, its screen can swivel around the hinge 360 degrees to
maximise the tablet experience.
Our review model has a third-generation
Intel Core i5-3317U processor, 4GB of RAM, and a 128GB solid-state drive.
There’s also a 13in multitouch screen, a 720p webcam and built-in Wi-Fi
802.llb/g/n, It runs Windows 8.
Lenovo
IdeaPad Yoga
The Yoga scored 60 out of 100 in WorldBench
8, and 2,115 in PCMark7 - good scores for an Ultrabook. Plus, it has the
fastest startup time of any computer we've tested, at just 7.9 seconds.
Its GPU is integrated to the processor, yet
the Yoga can play most games acceptably well. In Dirt Showdown (1366x768, Low),
it recorded a playable 30.lfps. Battery life isn't amazing, though, at five
hours 37 minutes.
The Lenovo's design is what really makes it
stand out from the crowd. It's a laptop and tablet in one, which can be folded
into a variety of positions and it feels sturdy and durable in all.
The
Yoga scored 60 out of 100 in WorldBench 8, and 2,115 in PCMark7 - good scores
for an Ultrabook. Plus, it has the fastest startup time of any computer we've
tested, at just 7.9 seconds
The Yoga's silver-grey exterior has a soft,
rubbery finish, which extends to the wristrest. The screen features a
glass-to-glass 'bezel-less' design that makes it look more like a tablet, with
a small button Windows button on the bottom that lets you switch between the
Modern UI and traditional desktop.
This l3in glossy 10-point touchscreen has a
native resolution of 1600x900 pixels. It’s a pleasure to look at and to touch.
Text and images are crisp and clear, and colors are bright and vibrant. The
screen gets very bright, although it’s still a little difficult to use in
bright or direct sunlight.
Ports include one USB 3.0, one USB 2.0,
HDMI, a combo mic/headphone jack, an SD card reader and buttons for adjusting
the volume and locking the screen orientation in tablet mode.
The
Yoga has a full-size keyboard and a button-less glass trackpad
The Yoga has a full-size keyboard and a
button-less glass trackpad. The keyboard is comfortable to type on and easy to
use, with great tactile feedback and nicely spaced keys. The trackpad is
smooth, accurate and responsive.
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Specifications
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Price: From $1598
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Company: Lenovo
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Website: Lenovo.Com/Uk
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Intel Core i5-3317U processor
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Windows 8
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4GB RAM
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128GB SSD
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13in (1600x900) multitouch screen
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802.11b/g/n
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1x USB 3.0
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1x USB 2.0
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HDMI
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SD slot
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combo mic/headphone jack
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720p webcam
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16.9mm
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1.47kg (all specs as tested)
Pros
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Flexible design; fast for an Ultrabook; speedy
startup time; capable of playing Windows games; fantastic screen; USB 3.0;
great keyboard/trackpad
Cons
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Heavy to hold in tablet mode; battery life
isn't the longest
Verdict
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A stylish, powerful, and flexible computer
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