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Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5i Chromebook Plus

Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5i Chromebook Plus

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$649.99at Best BuyChecked Nov 9

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Price facts

  • Last seen at $649.99 at Best Buy on Nov 9.
  • Checked at 2 stores.

Our take on the Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5i Chromebook Plus

The IdeaPad Flex 5i Chromebook Plus is a 2-in-1 convertible running ChromeOS on a 13th-gen Intel processor with 8 GB of soldered memory. Its 360-degree hinge lets it flip into tablet or tent mode, and it includes a backlit keyboard, a 1080p webcam with a privacy shutter, and Wi-Fi 6E. It suits students and light home users who want a flexible ChromeOS machine with a real keyboard and a decent camera for calls. Against pricier Chromebook Plus models it trades a faster SSD and more RAM for a lower-cost build, and the soldered memory and eMMC storage cannot be upgraded later.

Best forStudents and note-takers who want a convertibleLight home and browser-first usersVideo calls and remote classesTablet-style reading and streaming
Pros
  • 360-degree hinge works as laptop, tent or tablet
  • Backlit keyboard helps in dim rooms
  • 1080p webcam with privacy shutter for calls
  • Wi-Fi 6E for fast modern routers
  • ChromeOS is quick to boot and low-maintenance
Cons
  • 8 GB memory is soldered and cannot be upgraded
  • 128 GB eMMC storage is slower and smaller than an SSD
  • No stylus included despite the touchscreen
  • Integrated graphics limit gaming and heavy editing

Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5i Chromebook Plus prices at every store

  • Best BuyNew

    In stock

    $649.99Free shippingChecked Nov 9
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    Availability unknownSold by ave_electronics (100% positive, 20,600 ratings)Returns: Set by the eBay seller; the eBay Money Back Guarantee covers an item that doesn't arrive or isn't as described.

    $349.99Free shippingChecked Nov 9
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    Availability unknownSold by swingcomputers (99.6% positive, 71,200 ratings)Returns: Set by the eBay seller; the eBay Money Back Guarantee covers an item that doesn't arrive or isn't as described.

    $874.99Free shippingChecked Nov 9
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Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5i Chromebook Plus price history

Lowest price we've seen: $649.99 on Nov 9 at Best Buy. Tracked across 1 store since Nov 9.

What reviewers say

Owners of the Flex 5i Chromebook Plus generally like the sturdy convertible build, the backlit keyboard and the sharp webcam for the class. Complaints center on the eMMC storage feeling slow and the 8 GB of soldered RAM limiting heavy multitasking.

What people mention
  • StorageCriticisedOwners say the 128 GB eMMC drive feels slower than the SSDs on competing Chromebooks.
  • MemoryCriticisedReviewers note the 8 GB of RAM is soldered, so heavy multitasking cannot be fixed with an upgrade.
  • BuildPraisedBuyers describe the convertible chassis and hinge as sturdy for the price.
  • KeyboardPraisedThe backlit keyboard is called comfortable and useful in low light.
  • WebcamPraisedThe 1080p camera with privacy shutter gets credit for clear video calls.

Specifications

Operating System
ChromeOSSource
Graphics
Integrated Intel® UHD Graphics for 13th Gen Intel® ProcessorsSource
Memory
8 GB LPDDR4X-4266MT/s (Soldered)Source
Storage

Questions and answers

Can I upgrade the RAM or storage?
No. The 8 GB of memory is soldered to the board, and the 128 GB eMMC drive is not a user-serviceable upgrade on this model. Buyers who need more should look at a configuration with larger storage from the start.
Does it come with a stylus?
No pen is included. The touchscreen supports an active pen, but you have to buy one separately if you want to write or draw in tablet mode.
Is it good for gaming?
Only for light and browser games. The integrated Intel UHD graphics handle streaming and casual titles, not modern 3D games at high settings.
How does it compare with the older Flex 5 Chromebook?
This Plus model moves to a 13th-gen Intel processor, adds Wi-Fi 6E and a 1080p webcam. The trade-off is the same soldered memory and eMMC storage rather than an SSD.
Is the keyboard backlit?
Yes. The US English keyboard is backlit, which helps when typing in dim rooms or at night.
What ports and connectivity does it have?
It has Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.1 or newer for wireless, plus the usual USB and audio ports for wired accessories. Check the exact port layout for your configuration before buying.
Where is the Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5i Chromebook Plus cheapest?
At Best Buy, for $649.99, as of our latest check.
Where can I buy the Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5i Chromebook Plus?
2 stores we checked sell it, including Best Buy, eBay.

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128 GB eMMC 5.1 TLC
Source
Camera
1080P FHD with Dual Microphone and Privacy ShutterSource
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 6E 2x2 AXSource
Bluetooth
Bluetooth® 5.1 or aboveSource
Keyboard
Backlit, Grey - English (US)Source
Color
Storm GreySource
Hard Drive Type
SSDSource