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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And mainly to see the progress Intel has made over the last few silicon iterations, I included my daily driver. Again, this is a super simple test but installing development tools and testing how long it takes to compile code is likely beyond the scope of most Chromebook users. It hasn’t been an isolated experience, as I have seen it on other budget grade ChromeBooks as well – but if an operating system cannot perform well on the hardware that it shipped on, that’s a problem, and one which both Google and manufacturers need to resolve.

It feels responsive and never seems cramped, but a little extra space would be appreciated (there’s certainly room for it).It’s also an IPS panel, which provided some good viewing angles in testing while watching the latest Grand Tour special, while its 300 nits of brightness meets our target for adequate vibrancy. These Units are Ex Demo Display units from a major retailer and in immaculate ( A+ Grade ) condition with little or no signs of use but may have a VERY minor buff or scuff on the casing due to handling.

I was happy to see the inclusion of a privacy shutter, allowing you to close the camera lens when you aren’t actively using it. And Lenovo gave the 2021 5i Chromebook a brighter 300-nit backlight for the IPS panel, which is a welcome addition.Chrome OS continues to be a mixed bag, and your experience will vary based on your individual use case. And with speedy SSD drives, and bountiful memory options, this PC is more than just an everyday laptop. App support can be limited, and you may have to settle on using an Android app to cover all your bases, which may or may not be ideal. com%2Fgb%2Fen%2Fd%2Fdeals-and-coupons%2Ftrade-in-offers%2Fintel%3FIPromoID%3DLEN734656%22%20target%3D%22_self%22%20textvalue%3D%22Learn%20More%20%26gt%3B%22%20style%3D%22text-wrap%3A%20wrap%3B%22%3E%3Cstrong%3ELearn%20More%20%26gt%3B%3C%2Fstrong%3E%3C%2Fa%3E%3C%2Fp%3E","en":""},"id":"Pagee0b11e60-30d2-4988-8479-c6900987e315"},"gInfo":{"t_id":"Page5477f243-6d77-4892-8708-59c2961f857b","language":{"en_gb":"%3Cp%3E%3Cstrong%3ETrade-in%20Offer. If you prefer a large display and solid performance over everything else, the Lenovo Chromebook 5i will suit you well.

Another foible I arrived at regularly was that many external devices, such as keyboard fobs, external Bluetooth controllers, and so forth, either do not work at all, or only work after a significant amount of setup, which takes significantly away from the plug and play appeal that one might expect to find. An enhanced Waves-certified speaker system with built-in amplifier provides rich, crystal-clear audio. The top also houses a 1080p webcam, which is a nice touch, as some Chromebooks and Windows laptops are still lumbered with a 720p one, even in this day and age. 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. The latest aspect in this journey brought be from the land of souped up personal laptops to the humble ChromeBook – in this case Lenovo’s IdeaPad 5i ChromeBook – here are my thoughts.The laptop relies on simple gray exterior plastics with a contrasting strip of matte gray to liven up the look. The 300 nits of brightness worked well enough indoors but quickly becomes a hindrance if you work outside or in a bright environment. All things light and easy: Every detail in this classic dual-tone textured case of the IdeaPad 5i Chromebook 14" is designed to optimize usability.