Lenovo Flex 14 Review

Sometimes the finest laptops to use can do virtually everything, and the Lenovo Flex 14 is one of them. A 2-in-1 gadget with adequate power for typing and processing papers, as well as light photo processing. It does have difficulties with average screen brightness, and it is not suitable for gaming or heavy editing work. However, it is a useful and inexpensive gadget for everyday chores.

If you want a 2-in-1 laptop under $500 with respectable features for a mid-range price, the Lenovo Ideapad Flex 14 is an excellent option. It can handle most of your duties and online browsing, as well as a little gaming. Many devices additionally have sophisticated functionality, such as a fingerprint reader. It even includes a privacy shutter control.

The Lenovo Ideapad Flex 14 also comes with a pen, making it ideal for artists. Furthermore, it will be better for gaming if you acquire an AMD Ryzen, Core i7 or i5, or another strong CPU.

Key Specifications:

• CPU: i5 4200U( Intel 1.6GHz Core)
• Storage: 128GB SSD hard drive
• Weight: 4.4 pounds
• Size: 13.25 x 9.50 x 0.85 inches
• Graphics: 4400 graphics HD Intel integrated
• RAM: 8GB (DDR3)
• Webcam: 720p camera
• Screen: 14-inch 1366×768 LED screen
• WiFi: Intel Wireless-N 7260 network adapter (2×2 802.11bgn)

Design and Ergonomics

The Flex 14 has Lenovo’s unique tapered design, which means the front is somewhat narrower than the back. This machine is slim and light, weighing only 4.4 pounds. Although it is not an Ultrabook, it is lighter than many 14 and 15-inch laptops on the market.

The machine is made of matte black soft-touch plastic with a brushed metal keyboard deck and contrasts grey or trendy orange sides. The build quality is excellent, but this isn’t a luxury device with a metal case. However, Lenovo refers to the product as a “mainstream multimode PC,” not a premium laptop. We enjoy how the design is current and tidy. However, as compared to the Yoga 2 Pro, the grey plastic sides appear a touch tacky.

Keyboard and Trackpad

When it comes to the keyboard, the Flex is properly named: there’s lots of Flex. More than we are accustomed to seeing on Lenovo machines with their superb keyboards. Granted, the IdeaPad series doesn’t get as much attention as the ThinkPads, which are the pinnacles of keyboard excellence. Still, the Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 14’s keyboard is bouncy enough for gerbil trampoline games. Because this is Lenovo, despite the obvious waves and bounce when typing, the keyboard performs properly.

The spacious smile-shaped keys and characteristic AccuType design help make this an acceptable, if not outstanding, typing experience. The keys are pleasantly damped, and the travel is enough for such a little notebook. There is no backlight keypad. The wide Synaptics trackpad works well for single and multi-touch motions and swipes, and we appreciate how a chrome trim ring distinguishes it so you can see when your finger has strayed off the pad.

Performance and Horsepower

The Flex is powered by the Intel Core i3-4010U, i5-4200U, and i7-5400U processors. The Flex 14 never gets hot because of the wide chassis and 15-watt low power and low heat CPU, and though the fan kicks in clearly from time to time, it’s not overly intrusive. The IdeaPad Flex has Intel HD 4400 graphics and 4 or 8 gigabytes of DDR3L RAM (1600MHz, 1.35v).

Less costly variants include a 5400 RPM 500GB HDD and 128 and 256GB SSD alternatives. The computer is more than competent in daily computing as a primary machine for folks who use MS Office, picture editing, HD video playing, and occasional HD video editing. The low native resolution benefits you.

Also read: Lenovo Vs Dell Laptops.

Wireless and Networking

The Lenovo Flex 14 includes a single band 2.4GHz Intel 7260-N WiFi 802.11b/g/n (2 x 2) and Bluetooth 4.0 as standard. There is no dual-band option, and you cannot order with WiFi ac. Lower-end setups may include a different wireless card brand. The laptop includes RealTek Gigabit Ethernet but no 3G/4G connectivity.

If you require network access while you are not connected to WiFi or Ethernet, you can use a MiFi, 3G-4G LTE USB dongle, or the mobile hotspot functionality on your smartphone.

Battery Life

The Flex 14’s battery is a 4 cell, 3040 mAh unit that can be removed via two simple sliding locks. That’s hardly a large battery, but the computer doesn’t require much juice to operate Intel’s low-power 15-watt CPUs and a low-resolution display. Battery life is better than that of other Ultrabooks with considerably larger capacity batteries.

Verdict

Having said that, if you want a more sophisticated laptop, you should pay a bit more money. However, if you’re searching for a high-end gaming laptop, Alienware is a good option. Otherwise, most 2-in-1 laptops at this price point perform admirably and may be just what you’re looking for.

Choosing a laptop is a difficult decision, and it may be a time-consuming process. You’ll spend a lot of time searching the web and reading review after review. There is no right or wrong laptop to choose from; simply consider the specifications and decide whether it is perfect for you. We feel that the Lenovo Flex 6, Lenovo Ideapad Flex 5, and any other laptops in this series are excellent. However, there may be a better option for your circumstances.

We’ll wrap up this LF 14 review by adding that when buying a laptop, look for a reliable vendor and make sure it has a solid guarantee.