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Lenovo IdeaPad 5
Serious performance at a student-friendly price
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 delivers performance that punches well above its price. For families who want a capable, reliable laptop for high school without breaking the bank, this is the definitive answer.
✓ Pros
- Exceptional value — Core i5/Ryzen 5 performance at $600
- Good keyboard with comfortable key travel
- Fingerprint reader for quick, secure login
✕ Cons
- Display brightness lower than premium picks
- Build quality not as premium as XPS or MacBook
Scores
Overall
8.8
Safety
8.8
Value
9.6
Ease
8.9
Quality
8.7
Specifications
processorAMD Ryzen 5 7530U
ram8GB
storage512GB SSD
display15.6-inch FHD IPS
battery Life10–12 hours
weight3.74 lbs