Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 i7 15.6 inch IPS SSD Convertible Black

MPN: 81CA000CUS  |  EAN: 0191999910415  |  Model: IdeaPad Flex 5

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Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 i7 15.6 inch IPS SSD Convertible Black - 81CA000CUS Performance, Usage and Feature Ratings
Use Rating
Pro Video Editing
Outstanding
Amateur Photo Editing
Very Good
Casual Gaming
Just Right
College (Students)
Outstanding
Watching Movies
Just Right
Basic Video Editing
Outstanding
Simple Music Editing
Outstanding
Pro Music Production
Outstanding
Bookkeeping
Outstanding
Front-end Development
Very Good
Back-end Development
Just Right
Browsing
Outstanding
Documents
Outstanding
Email
Outstanding
Social Media
Outstanding
Short Journeys
Outstanding
Long Journeys
Very Good
Use in Public Places
Very Good
Use Around the Office
Very Good
Use At the Client's
Very Good
Carrying All the Time
Just Right
Carrying Occasionally
Very Good
Working in Low Light
Outstanding
Presentations
Outstanding
Business Look
Outstanding
Cool Look
Outstanding
Outstanding
Windows
Outstanding
Touchscreen
Outstanding
Serious Multitasking
Outstanding
15 Inches
Outstanding

Professional Video Production

A multi-core Intel Core i7-8550U sits at the heart of the IdeaPad Flex 5, providing plenty of raw processing power for editing 4K high definition video. With a total storage capacity of 512 GB, the IdeaPad Flex 5 ensures you have plenty of space to store your footage.

Great for photo editing

Resolution of up to 1920 x 1080 pixels means you can work in greater detail

Running editing programs such as photoshop is possible due to the inclusion of 16 GB of RAM and the 4 cores-core processor.

Even more, you can render your image and design work with ease as this laptops comes with a robust graphics card with a strong 3Dmark benchmark score of 1960.5 .

In addition, this laptop can be used night or day thanks to the built in back-lit keyboard.

The Memory card reader makes loading images from you camera straightforward.

Gaming

Whether your scoring on this year's FIFA or dominating on Fortnite, a basic laptop won't cut the mustard.

The 1.8 GHz  4 cores processor and NVIDIA GeForce 940MX will ensure smooth gameplay and the advanced wifi ensure you'll be victorious in any adventure.

It's good for academic research

As a student or researcher, the IdeaPad Flex 5 provides a good balance of portability and performance. With b/g/n/ac WiFi support, you can easily roam between networks in libraries, offices and labs. This laptop gives you the tools you need to research and write outstanding papers.

All about the Films!

In addition to its excellent Advanced screen, this laptop comes with a 1920 x 1080 pixels resolution ensuring scenes pop with colour and great fidelity. Also, while watching in the dark, you can start, stop and skip through scenes using the backlit keyboard.

Videos for fun

Whether you’re vlogging on YouTube, or putting together high-quality family videos, the IdeaPad Flex 5 can meet your needs.

And when you’ve finished editing, the on-board Memory Card Reader makes it simple to transfer and share your video content with others

Music and Audio

Making your first steps in music editing? The IdeaPad Flex 5 has what it takes to deliver your audio craft.

Its all about the Beats

With its wide selection of ports the IdeaPad Flex 5 sits at the heart of your music production workflow. And with a total storage capacity of 512 GB hard drive, you’ve got plenty of space to store work in progress

Book keeping

Capable of running spreadsheets or dedicated accounts software, the IdeaPad Flex 5 is perfect for keeping finances in check. And with a you’ll find it even easier to enter and update figures.

Can handle UI Dev & Design work

Whether it's HTML5, CSS or Javascript-based frameworks such as AJAX, Angular, JQUERY etc, the IdeaPad Flex 5 is a very capable option. 

It's multi-core CPU & 16 GB memory size helps you multi-task as you craft your vision on it's high quality, 1920 x 1080 pixels screen.

Can handle a Full-Stack Coding Environment

You'll need a machine that can handle multiple VMs for your various Dev environments, which is why we've picked something for you that's got an Intel Core i7-8550U , (a processor with 4 cores) plus a healthy RAM size of 16 GB.

Also, its 1920 x 1080 pixels resolution provides adequate screen estate to view multiple window or more of your IDE while you work.

Regular Stuff / Everyday Tasks

Spreadsheets, presentations and documents, don't need much, but your Intel Core i7-8550U processor and 16 GB RAM ensures even image laden files won't leave you watching the 'spinning wheel'!

Surf the web at speed thanks to the IdeaPad Flex 5’s speedy b/g/n/ac WiFi interface.

Sending and receiving email is a relatively lightweight activity that the IdeaPad Flex 5 can comfortably handle. It also comes with of total storage so you never have to delete a message or attachment again.

Facebook, twitter etc require little processing power or screen specification so the IdeaPad Flex 5 will do just fine.

Battery life is fairly decent

With its 10.5 hours battery life, the IdeaPad Flex 5 offers a good amount of freedom while moving from place to place around the house.

For anyone who works on the road, or outside the office, portability is everything. With a battery life of 10.5 hours, the IdeaPad Flex 5 can go the distance for you while working on the move.

The 10.5 hours battery life in the IdeaPad Flex 5 has got enough juice to help you work while on the move during quick trips around the city.

A long journey doesn’t mean wasted time with the IdeaPad Flex 5 thanks to its massive 10.5 hours battery life.

If you work in a hot desk environment, portability will be key. The IdeaPad Flex 5 comes with 10.5 hours battery life so you can move around the office as much as you need.

With a great run time of approximately 10.5 hours, there isn't a huge need to carry a charger each time your about.

Suits your occasional mobility

The IdeaPad Flex 5 is a great choice for when you need a good value, reliable laptop that won't be carried around too often. It’s not the smallest or lightest, however the 4.4 lbs weight is enough to get the job done.

Great to use on the go!

Because this has got a weight measuring in at 4.4 lbs, it'll help you stay light and nimble. 

Working in the dark

The lights may be low, but that doesn’t mean you can’t work. The IdeaPad Flex 5’s built-in 1 allows you to type accurately – even in the dark

Presentations

When delivering presentations, you need to be sure you can connect to the meeting room projector or screen. The 1 offers several different display ports to make sure everyone can see your slideshow.

Slick package

It's got clean lines and a premium look, which showcases a refined taste in mobile devices.

Looks very professional

It's got the traditional corporate look and will definitely blend in within the enterprise environment. 

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Technical Specifications

Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 i7 15.6 inch IPS SSD Convertible Black - 81CA000CUS Technical Specifications
Specification Description
Design
Colour Black
Form Factor Convertible (Folder)
Display
Display Brightness 250 cd/m²
Display HD Type FHD
Display Resolution 1920 x 1080 pixels
Display Size 15.6 inches
Display Technology Name IPS
Display Touchscreen Yes
Processor
Processor Architecture 64 Bit
Processor Cores 4 cores
Processor Family Intel Core i7
Processor Model Intel Core i7-8550U
Processor Speed 1.80 GHz
Processor Threads 8
Memory
RAM Size 16 GB
RAM Speed 2133 MHz
RAM Type DDR4-SDRAM
Storage
SSD Capacity 512 GB
Storage Total Capacity 512 GB
Storage Type SSD
Graphics
Graphics Card Model - Dedicated NVIDIA GeForce 940MX
Graphics Card Model - Integrated Intel UHD Graphics 620
Graphics Card Type Dedicated
Networking
Network Bluetooth Type 4.1
Network Wireless Type b/g/n/ac
Ports & Interfaces
HDMI Port 1
Memory Card Reader 1
Microphone 1
USB 3.0 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-C Ports 1
USB 3.0/3.1 (Gen 1) Type-A Ports 2
USB Sleep-and-Charge Ports 1
Camera
Camera 1
Camera Resolution 1280 x 720 pixels
Keyboard
Keyboard Back-lit Yes
Software
Operating System Architecture 64 Bit
Operating System Name Microsoft Windows
Operating System Version Windows 10 Home
Battery
Battery Life 10.5 hours
Security
Cable Lock Slot Yes
Fingerprint Reader Yes
Weight & Dimensions
Dimesnsions - Depth 24.7 cm
Dimesnsions - Height 1.9 cm
Dimesnsions - Width 36.4 cm
Weight 2 kg
Certifications & Compliance
Energy Star Certified Yes
EPEAT Compliance Silver
RoHS Compliance 1