Along with Acer, HP, and Asus, Lenovo has also launched a new range of Chromebooks today powered by up to 13th Gen Intel processors. The three machines part of the new IdeaPad Chromebook lineup are called the IdeaPad Gaming Chromebook Plus, IdeaPad Flex 5i Chromebook Plus, and IdeaPad Slim 3i Chromebook Plus. As the names suggest, there is something for everyone in this lineup.
Starting with some key features of these laptops, File Sync is one of the standouts, which allows users to access their Google Drive files even when they’re offline. Lenovo has integrated AI-powered Google Photos Magic Eraser to make photo editing a breeze. Check out the technical specifications of the laptops below.
IdeaPad Gaming Chromebook Plus specs
The IdeaPad Gaming Chromebook Plus, with a 16-inch display, boasts an impressive slim profile. It weighs under 1.95 kg, making it highly portable. The laptop features a 16-inch WQXGA display with a 120Hz refresh rate and 100% sRGB color coverage, delivering vibrant visuals. Powering the device is a 12th Gen Intel Core i5-1235U processor and Intel Iris Xe Graphics. It comes with 8GB of LPDDR4x RAM and storage options ranging from 128GB eMMC to 512GB SSD. It runs on ChromeOS and provides up to 12 hours of battery life. The laptop includes a 1080p FHD camera with a privacy shutter and various ports for connectivity.
IdeaPad Flex 5i Chromebook Plus specs
The IdeaPad Flex 5i Chromebook Plus, featuring a 14-inch FHD IPS display with touch support, offers the convenience of a 2-in-1 convertible. Weighing starting at 1.62 kg, it’s relatively lightweight and easy to carry. It features a 12th Gen Intel Core i3-1215U processor, paired with Intel UHD Graphics. It has 8GB of LPDDR4X RAM and storage options ranging from 128GB eMMC to 512GB SSD. Running on ChromeOS, it offers up to 10 hours of battery life and includes a 1080p FHD camera with privacy features. Various ports, including USB Type-C and USB Type-A, provide versatile connectivity options.
IdeaPad Slim 3i Chromebook Plus specs
The IdeaPad Slim 3i Chromebook Plus features a 14-inch FHD display with touch support. You can either go with the Intel Core i5-1334U or Core i3-1315U processor options. It provides 8GB of LPDDR5 RAM and storage options ranging from 128GB eMMC to 256GB SSD. It delivers up to 12 hours of battery life and includes a 1080p FHD camera with privacy protection. It features a variety of ports for connectivity.
Pricing & availability
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3i Chromebook Plus 14” and IdeaPad Flex 5i Chromebook Plus 14” can now be purchased in North America, with prices starting at $549.99 and $499.99, respectively. As for the Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming Chromebook Plus 16”, it’s not available in North America but is now accessible in EMEA, with prices starting at 599 euros.
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