- Is the touchscreen worth having on this model?
- The touch panel is handy for scrolling, tapping forms and light drawing, but it is not a pen-enabled display. If you never touch the screen, a non-touch IdeaPad with the same chip costs less and weighs the same.
- Can it handle gaming or video editing?
- Only lightly. The integrated AMD graphics and 60Hz screen suit older or casual games at low settings. Video editing works for short clips, but a laptop with a dedicated GPU is better for sustained work.
- How does it compare with the IdeaPad 5 Pro?
- The Pro adds a sharper, brighter display and optional dedicated graphics. This Slim 5 gives you the same class of Ryzen 7 performance and a touchscreen for less, at the cost of screen quality.
- Is 16 GB of RAM enough?
- Yes for browsing, Office, video calls and light photo editing. The memory is soldered on many Slim 5 configurations, so check before buying if you plan to upgrade later.
- What ports does it have?
- It has USB-A, USB-C and HDMI, plus a headphone jack. There is no card reader or Thunderbolt, so photographers will need an adapter.
- How portable is a 16-inch laptop at 4.2 lb?
- It fits in most backpacks and is light for its screen size, but it is not a featherweight. It suits commuting and campus use more than all-day carrying.
- Where is the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5 16" Touchscreen Laptop (AMD Ryzen 7) cheapest?
- At Amazon, for $899.00, as of our latest check.
- Where can I buy the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5 16" Touchscreen Laptop (AMD Ryzen 7)?
- 5 stores we checked sell it, including Quick Ship Electronics, eBay, SuperHiTech, Swing Computers, Amazon.