Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5i 14" (Gen 9) Review
Our Verdict
The IdeaPad Flex 5i delivers 2-in-1 versatility and a great display at a student-friendly price — the best budget convertible laptop.
Pros & Cons
+ Pros
- +360° 2-in-1 flexibility
- +Sharp 2.8K IPS display
- +Active stylus included
- +10-hour battery life
- +Great student value
− Cons
- −Plastic build
- −No Thunderbolt
- −Speakers are mediocre
- −Runs warm under load
In-Depth Review
The Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5i makes 2-in-1 versatility accessible to budget shoppers. Its 360° hinge enables laptop, tent, stand, and tablet modes, and Intel Core i5-1335U handles schoolwork, streaming, and light creative tasks comfortably. The 14" 2.8K IPS display is surprisingly sharp for the price, and battery life reaches 10 hours. The included active stylus (charged via USB-C) makes note-taking in class practical. At $699, it's an outstanding deal for students who want multi-mode flexibility without the MacBook Air's price tag.
Specifications
| Processor | Intel Core i5-1335U |
| RAM | 8 GB – 16 GB LPDDR5 |
| Storage | 512 GB NVMe SSD |
| Display | 14" 2.8K IPS, 2880×1800, 60Hz, touch |
| Battery | Up to 10 hours |
| Weight | 3.42 lbs (1.55 kg) |
| Ports | 1x Thunderbolt 4, 1x USB-A, HDMI, 3.5mm |
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