- Is the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 good for students?
- Yes, for basic coursework, writing, browsing and video calls. It struggles with heavy design software or gaming, so pick something else for those majors.
- Can I upgrade the RAM or storage?
- Storage is a standard M.2 SSD and can be swapped. RAM is often soldered on this model, so buy the 8GB version you need up front.
- Does it have a backlit keyboard?
- No. The keyboard is not backlit, which matters if you type in dim rooms.
- How long does the battery last?
- Lenovo quotes up to 12 hours, but owners typically see closer to 5 to 7 hours of mixed use. Expect less for video or heavy browsing.
- Does it have USB-C and HDMI?
- Yes. It includes HDMI, an SD card slot and USB-C with DisplayPort 1.2 output, so you can connect an external monitor.
- Is the screen touchscreen?
- Yes, this configuration has a 15.6-inch 1920 x 1080 touchscreen.
- Where is the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15.6" Laptop (AMD Ryzen 5, 8GB RAM, 512GB SSD) cheapest?
- At eBay, for $239.99, 40% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.
- Where can I buy the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15.6" Laptop (AMD Ryzen 5, 8GB RAM, 512GB SSD)?
- 7 stores we checked sell it, including eBay, CDW, Back Market, Walmart, Pondesk.