•  Date Published: 21 May 2019
    • Intel Core i7-8565U
    • Intel UHD Graphics 620
    • 15.6”, Full HD (1920 x 1080), TN
    • 256GB SSD
    • 12GB DDR4, 2400 MHz
    • 1.85 kg (4.1 lbs)
    Lenovo ideapad S145 15″

    Lenovo ideapad S145 15″

    $699.90
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    Specs

    • HDD/SSD
    • 256GB SSD
    • RAM
    • 12GB DDR4, 2400 MHz
    • OS
    • Windows 10 Home
    • Body Material
    • Plastic / Polycarbonate
    • Dimensions
    • 362 x 252 x 19.9 mm (14.25" x 9.92" x 0.78")
    • Weight
    • 1.85 kg (4.1 lbs)
    • Ports and connectivity
    • 1x USB Type-A
    • 2.0
    • 2x USB Type-A
    • 3.2 Gen 1 (5 Gbps)
    • HDMI
    • 1.4b
    • Card Reader
    • MMC, SD, SDHC, SDXC
    • Wi-Fi
    • 802.11ac
    • Bluetooth
    • 4.2
    • Audio jack
    • 3.5 mm combo
    • Features
    • Web camera
    • Microphone
    • Monaural Microphone
    • Speakers
    • 2x 1.5W, Dolby Audio
    • Optical drive

    Portability

    Lenovo IdeaPad S145 15″ (15API/15IGM/15IKB)
    14.25" x 9.92" x 0.78" Dimensions
    1.85 kg (4.1 lbs) Weight
    Average 15.6-inch laptop
    2.03 kg (4.5 lbs) +10% Weight

    Review

    Lenovo ideapad S145 15″ in-depth review

    On the bottom end of the Ideapad brand, there is a laptop that is going to target a wide variety of people. It is offered in both a Pentium form and in an Intel Core iteration. However, no matter which option you choose, there is one thing in common - the philosophy about price management.With that said, the laptop is going to appeal more to students and people that prefer to stay on the budget, rather than go for a flashy notebook. Although it is clearly visible where Lenovo has done the cost-cutting - the plastic body and the lack of a TN panel, we have to admit that the laptop looks quite stunning on the outside.You can check the prices and configurations in our Specs System: https://laptopmedia.com/series/lenovo-ideapad-s145-15/Specs SheetWhat's in the box? Insi[...]

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    Pros

    • Adequate price
    • Cool and quiet
    • The screen doesn't use PWM for brightness adjustment (AUO B156HTN06.1 (AUO61ED))
    • Thin and light body

    Cons

    • Poor build quality
    • Bendy base
    • Poor viewing angles and contrast ratio (AUO B156HTN06.1 (AUO61ED))
    • Only 50% of sRGB is covered (AUO B156HTN06.1 (AUO61ED))
    • Mediocre battery life

    Disassembly, maintenance and upgrade options

    Lenovo Ideapad S145 15" has a very wide target, given the fact that it can be bought with either a Pentium or a Core i7 processor.Check out all Lenovo Ideapad S145 15" prices and configurations in our Specs System or read more in our In-Depth review.1. Remove the bottom plate There are 10 Phillips-head screws that you have to take out of your way to remove the bottom plate. Then, as traditionally, pry the plastic panel up by preferably using a plastic tool. Be really careful, though, because, in order to keep the price down, Lenovo has given up on build quality.2. Battery [...]

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