•  Date Published: 12 Dec 2014
    • Intel Core i7-4700HQ
    • NVIDIA GeForce GTX 860M (4GB GDDR5, GM107)
    • 15.6”, Full HD (1920 x 1080), TN
    • 512GB SSD
    • 2x 4GB DDR3
    • 2.40 kg (5.3 lbs)

    Specs

    • HDD/SSD
    • 512GB SSD
    • RAM
    • 2x 4GB DDR3
    • Body Material
    • Plastic / Polycarbonate (Aluminum)
    • Dimensions
    • 387 x 263 x 24 mm (15.24" x 10.35" x 0.94")
    • Weight
    • 2.40 kg (5.3 lbs)
    • Ports and connectivity
    • 2x USB Type-A
    • 3.2 Gen 1 (5 Gbps)
    • 1x USB Type-A
    • 2.0
    • HDMI
    • Card Reader
    • MMC, SD, SDHC, SDXC
    • Ethernet LAN
    • 10, 100, 1000 Mbit/s
    • Wi-Fi
    • Bluetooth
    • 4.0
    • Audio jack
    • combo audio/microphone jack
    • Features
    • Web camera
    • 720p HD
    • Microphone
    • dual array microphone
    • Speakers
    • 2 x 2.5W
    • Security Lock slot
    • 3W subwoofer

    Portability

    Lenovo Y50
    15.24" x 10.35" x 0.94" Dimensions
    2.40 kg (5.3 lbs) Weight
    Average 15.6-inch laptop
    2.03 kg (4.5 lbs) -15% Weight

    Review

    Lenovo Y50 in-depth review

    It has been almost a year since the launch of the new Y50 gaming notebook from Lenovo with its new design and now we have the updated model that's packing the same hardware as the recently reviewed Acer Aspire VN7 Nitro Black Edition (GTX 960M). We can even say that Acer has launched its new line to tackle the Lenovo Y series gaming laptops. How does that turn out? You will find in the detailed review below.However, let's have a few words about the new updated hardware and how it stacks up against last year's model. For starters, the Y50 is a gorgeous notebook with compact design, despite its powerful internals, but that's not what makes a gaming laptop good enough for flawless user experience. A lot of people expected quality IPS panel for the price, but Lenovo failed to deliver and[...]

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    Pros

    • Stylish and premium aluminum design
    • Good keyboard with little setbacks
    • Powerful hardware for the money
    • Despite the heat, the area where palms rest remains cool
    • Great sound quality
    • Improved IPS panel over last year's model

    Cons

    • The IPS panel still leaves a lot to be desired
    • Impractical cooling system
    • Inconsistent touchpad performance
    • No M.2 SATA slot