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Rating 3.6 out of 5 stars with 1724 reviews

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    Rating 4.3 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 3.2 out of 5 stars

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66%would recommend to a friend

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Customers admire the Lenovo Ideapad 1 for its budget-friendly price, extended battery life, user-friendly interface, and lightweight design, making it a suitable choice for basic tasks and everyday productivity. However, they express concerns regarding its slow performance, limited storage capacity, and modest processor, which may not be ideal for intensive tasks or multitasking.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Price
    Cons mentioned:
    Processor

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good little computer after a few modifications

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This was an open box special so I got it at a great price. With a manufacturing date of Aug 2023 I was a little surprised that it didn't come with a universal USB-C power supply. It also has the large SD card slot that requires an adapter. It came with the latest windows OS but that seemed to be a bit much for the little processor. It would occasionally freeze up, I'm guessing trying to catch up on things it needed to do in the OS. So I dumped windows and loaded Debian-Linux. It works fine now, plenty of speed working with Debian and no freeze ups. I did have to spend $11 on a n USB network dongle since Debian didn't have the driver for the on board network device. If you're comfortable with a Linux OS this will be a good little device. If you need to stick with windows it may be a little disappointing.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Ok

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    Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Technical Specifications • Brand: Brand name • Model: Specific model • Processor: Processor type • RAM: Amount of RAM • Storage: Disk type and capacity General Performance ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4/5 stars) Strengths • Excellent processing speed • Elegant and modern design • Good battery life • High resolution screen Aspects to improve • Possible heating in intensive use • Somewhat high price User Experience The computer offers solid performance for everyday tasks such as web browsing, office work, document editing and multimedia playback. Its lightweight design makes it very portable. Recommendation Highly recommended for professionals, students and users looking for a versatile and reliable team. Final Verdict A computer that combines power, design and functionality at a competitive price.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Lenovo Product Expert
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      Hey FranklinF, thanks for choosing Lenovo! We're thrilled to hear that this IdeaPad offers great value to you and that it is highly recommend by you to others. We really appreciate you sharing your experience and feedback with us. Lenovo

  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life
    Cons mentioned:
    Storage

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Awesome battery life, great for school.

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    Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Don't get me wrong, it's an awesome computer. My battery lasts about 8 hours before needing to recharge, and it charges super fast! I have a couple of problems though. One, you only get 128 GB of storage. It's great for web browsing and low-end tasks, but not for anything else. My second issue is the charger. It doesn't go in easily, so you have to wiggle it to make it go in. Overall, it's an awesome computer and I would recommend this if you need a computer for school or work without breaking your wallet.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Lenovo Product Expert
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      Hi, carsondevelops. Thank you for choosing Lenovo! We are pleased to hear that your IdeaPad is a good fit for your needs, and we appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with us. Lenovo

  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Price

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    "Lenovo Ideapad 1: Stylish, Efficient, Affordable

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The Lenovo Ideapad 1 is a stylish, efficient, and budget-friendly laptop that exceeds expectations. Whether you're a professional or student, its Celeron N4020 processor and 4GB memory ensure seamless multitasking. The 14.0" HD display and 128GB eMMC storage provide a vibrant visual experience and ample space for files. With impressive battery life, comfortable keyboard, and affordable price, the Ideapad 1 is a winning choice that elevates your computing experience. Highly recommended for those seeking a reliable, well-rounded laptop without breaking the bank.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Price

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Forget MAC Lenovo Ideapad is where its at

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    for the price this computer is AMAZING everyone is so shipping was fast. I use this laptop daily for my WFH job and online classes and it gets the job done. Couldn't be more satisfied with my purchase. I also regularly watch movies from this laptop and my daughter plays Roblox regularly as well. Battery life is amazing but what's even better is that it charges EXTREMELY FAST.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Price
    Cons mentioned:
    Slow

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    For $130 it works fairly well

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    Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great laptop for the price, it can be a bit slow upon first start up, or when too many browser tabs are open. Very useful if its for a child or if your just on a tight budget.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Slow

    Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Not worth the money

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    THIS BY FAR IS THE “WORST” laptop you can buy. It constantly freezes when you open the browser. It’s super slow. Having to constantly restart the laptop. The lights always flashing on it. It’s just not really worth the money it’s best to save more money and get more quality for your money. This laptop was just thrown together with a price slapped on it. Definitely not worth it.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Lenovo Product Expert
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      Hello, Betsy. We are sorry to hear that you have experienced an issue with your IdeaPad. This model is an entry level, light use system designed for singular, non-demanding tasks. Should you feel you are using the device for its intended use and still experiencing a performance issue, we recommend searching for and applying any available updates through Windows Update Settings. Also, ensure that your home Wi-Fi network is compatible with, and is capable of supplying your laptop with sufficient bandwidth to deliver the performance you desire for internet-based tasks. If after these steps your issue persists, we then recommend reaching out to Lenovo Tech Support at this number: 877-453-6686, and providing a representative with details of your issue, so that they may help by providing a solution for you. We appreciate you sharing your experience so that we may use it to continue to better our products and services for yourself and others. Lenovo

  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Decent low cost Laptop for lite use

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This is a low cost decent Laptop. You can use it for browsing, simple work in documents etc. Not for Heavy use or gaming. Do not expect speedy work or browsing either, considering it running Windows 11 on 4 GB memory - it is tough to expect a quicker response for any task. It takes time to settle down after a few updates. I wanted an additional Laptop for my kids to complete occasional school Homework which it is able to do, however if you start loading more applications and demanding operation, this laptop will lag behind and get you frustrated soon. I would recommend this laptop only if you are on a tight budget or need a spare for kids/light tasks.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Lenovo Product Expert
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      Hello, abhijgd. Thank you for choosing Lenovo! We are pleased to hear that your IdeaPad 1 meets your specific needs well, and we appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. Lenovo

  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life
    Cons mentioned:
    Slow

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Lenovo laptop

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It’s a little slow but does the job the battery life is good it’s a good school computer

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Slow

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great to use

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    Posted . Owned for 11 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Worked well but a lil slow Also great for work and other things

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Slow

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Last year christmas gift to son

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    Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The labtop came in great condition it just runs very slow and it won’t connect to certain apps

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Price
    Cons mentioned:
    Performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Good product

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great product for the price tag! It does seem a bit sluggish depending on what you are doing. But hey, that is to be expected on a lower priced unit.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Lenovo Product Expert
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      Hello, Danny. Thank you for choosing Lenovo! We are pleased to hear that your IdeaPad 1 is a good fit for your needs and we appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. Lenovo

  • Pros mentioned:
    Price
    Cons mentioned:
    Slow

    Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Lenovo

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Slow, it is slow to upload a document or google. I dislike how slow it is but for the price you can say it’s okay. I am overall okay with this fir processing documents that will need to be submitted for school. I need it for school so it probably will work

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Lenovo Product Expert
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      Hello, SantaG. We are sorry to hear that you have experienced an issue with your IdeaPad. To help remedy this, first, we recommend searching for and applying any available updates through Windows Update Settings. Also, ensure that your home Wi-Fi network is compatible with, and is capable of supplying your laptop with sufficient bandwidth to deliver the performance you desire for internet-based tasks. If after these steps your issue persists, we then recommend reaching out to Lenovo Tech Support at this number: 877-453-6686, and providing a representative with details of your issue, so that they may help by providing a solution for you. We appreciate you sharing your experience so that we may use it to continue to better our products and services for yourself and others. Lenovo

  • Pros mentioned:
    Price

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Very good buy

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    Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I bought this laptop as a gift for my son for coming first in his middle school spelling bee in January of this year, it’s been his companion ever since, I have watched movie on it several time using the HDMI connection to connect it to my room tv. Basically it’s a good computer as my so as never complain about it. It’s an open box excellent condition at Best Buy but it’s literally a new one in box and I got it for a fraction of the price.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Lenovo Product Expert
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      Hi, Adeflakky. Thank you for choosing Lenovo! We are glad to hear that your IdeaPad is a great fit for you, and we appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with us. Lenovo

  • Cons mentioned:
    Slow

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Lenovo review

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Too slow, it’s not bad for work. The screen is very nice, and at times it can be fast but overall too slow

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Slow

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Productive Sloth

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Could be faster. Then again….I only paid like 130. Fine for BASIC task that you don’t mind waiting in. Email, office/excel docs & spreadsheets. Fiddle around and easily transport.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good product

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I like it a lot it’s fast sometimes and I like how it’s a Game laptop so it has many features on It and i like that it doesn’t die fast like others for overall I like my laptop.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Wasn’t bad, did well for some time

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    Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    She was a great laptop for the last four years, but she has slowed down a lot. The fan has always been relatively loud and nothing I ciuld do much about. She struggles ro run games with Medium-Low requirements like League of Legends and definitely cant run games like Ark or Rocket League. But the first year or two she did well. Had to get a new laptop. I’d recommend a more recent laptop. I

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Lenovo

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    Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Originally got the computer for school, It works great although it can get a bit slow when one to many tabs are open. Overall I recommend.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Easy to use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Five Stars!!! Works great! No problems!

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I purchased this laptop last month and it works great! The set up was easy and I began working on my paper for my college class.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Lenovo Product Expert
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      Hey, EugeneG, thank you for choosing Lenovo! We are glad to hear that your IdeaPad has been great so far, and we appreciate you taking the time to share your thoughts with us. Lenovo