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Lenovo IdeaPad 720 Series

Lenovo Ideapad 720S-13IKBR-81BV0098SPProcessor: AMD Raven Ridge (Ryzen 2000 APU) R5 2500U, AMD Raven Ridge (Ryzen 2000 APU) R7 2700U, Intel Kaby Lake Refresh i5-8250U, Intel Kaby Lake Refresh i5-8550U, Intel Kaby Lake i5-7200U, Intel Kaby Lake i7-7500U, Intel Kaby Lake i7-7700HQ
Graphics Adapter: AMD Radeon RX 560 (Laptop), AMD Vega 10, AMD Vega 8, Intel HD Graphics 620, Intel UHD Graphics 620, NVIDIA GeForce 940MX, NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Ti Max-Q, NVIDIA GeForce MX150
Display: 13.30 inch, 14.00 inch, 15.60 inch
Weight: 1.1kg, 1.14kg, 1.15kg, 1.3kg, 1.5kg, 1.55kg, 1.6kg, 1.9kg, 2.03kg, 2.1kg
Price: 799, 959, 999, 1000, 1200, 1300, 1450 euro
Average Score: 81.15% - good
Average of 22 scores (from 40 reviews)
price: 90%, performance: 79%, features: 48%, display: 86%, mobility: 82%, workmanship: 85%, ergonomy: 84%, emissions: 91%

 

Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-80XC003RGE

Specifications

Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-80XC003RGENotebook: Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-80XC003RGE
Processor: Intel Kaby Lake i5-7200U
Graphics Adapter: NVIDIA GeForce 940MX 2048 MB
Display: 14.00 inch, 16:9, 1920 x 1080 pixels
Weight: 1.6kg
Price: 1200 euro
Links: Lenovo homepage

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Average Score: 86.25% - good

Average of 8 scores (from 9 reviews)

 

Reviews

90% Lenovo IdeaPad 720S review
Source: Tech Advisor English Archive.org version
The Lenovo IdeaPad 720S is a laptop that proves you can sometimes get more if you pay less. Its more versatile than a lot of £1000-plus portable laptops because it has a separate graphics card, making it a passable gaming machine.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 11/19/2018
Rating: Total score: 90%
80% Lenovo IdeaPad 720S review: A solid 14-inch laptop with discrete graphics and a great keyboard
Source: Zdnet.com English Archive.org version
A tough chassis and excellent keyboard are real selling points for Lenovo's IdeaPad 720S, which although not exactly lightweight has plenty of connectivity options. However, the key feature is discrete graphics, which makes this is a laptop suitable for both work and play.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 11/06/2017
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% Lenovo IdeaPad 720S review
Source: Techradar English Archive.org version
Tight bezel, decent CPU, and dedicated graphics, all crammed in to an almost impossibly small slimline aluminium case. Nice.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 09/27/2017
Rating: Total score: 80%
90% Lenovo IdeaPad 720S review
Source: Tech Advisor English Archive.org version
The Lenovo IdeaPad 720S is a laptop that proves you can sometimes get more if you pay less. Its more versatile than a lot of £1000-plus portable laptops because it has a separate graphics card, making it a passable gaming machine.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 09/18/2017
Rating: Total score: 90%
90% Lenovo IdeaPad 720S
Source: Trusted Reviews English Archive.org version
Not the slimmest or lightest laptop around, but an all-metal design, great screen, plenty of performance and good battery life combine to make the Lenovo IdeaPad 720S an excellent option for its price.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 08/25/2017
Rating: Total score: 90% price: 90% performance: 80% display: 80% mobility: 90% workmanship: 80% ergonomy: 80%
90% Lenovo IdeaPad 720s Review
Source: Gotta Be Mobile English Archive.org version
Still, the Lenovo IdeaPad 720s handles apps and programs well, starts quickly, looks nice and has some features you can’t get for its price elsewhere. You really can spend a little less on a Windows 10 laptop and still get some high-end finishes and options these days.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 08/18/2017
Rating: Total score: 90%
80% Lenovo IdeaPad 720S Review
Source: Laptop Mag English Archive.org version
Carrying around the $909 IdeaPad 720S, I've come to appreciate its understated style; bright, colorful display; solid sound; and comfortable keyboard. If its 8-hour battery life were just slightly longer, this laptop would be even better.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 07/28/2017
Rating: Total score: 80%

Foreign Reviews

90% Lenovo Ideapad 720s İncelemesi
Source: Chip Online TR TR→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 12/28/2017
Rating: Total score: 90%
Ревю на Lenovo Ideapad 720s (14″) – сериозна конкуренция на изключително тънките ZenBook устройства
Source: Laptop.bg BU→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Solid workmanship; compact size; light weight; excellent display; powerful hardware; nice connectivity; long battery life. Negative: Noisy under loads; overheats while using.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 11/01/2017

 

Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-80XC004NGE

Specifications

Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-80XC004NGENotebook: Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-80XC004NGE
Processor: Intel Kaby Lake i7-7500U
Graphics Adapter: NVIDIA GeForce 940MX 2048 MB
Display: 14.00 inch, 16:9, 1920 x 1080 pixels
Weight: 1.6kg
Price: 1300 euro
Links: Lenovo homepage

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Average Score: 79% - good

Average of 1 scores (from 2 reviews)

 

Reviews

79% Lenovo Ideapad 720s Review
Source: Think Digit English Archive.org version
The Lenovo Ideapad 720s is an incremental update over last year’s Ideapad 710s. Lenovo has updated everything it could with the exception of the processor.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 12/04/2017
Rating: Total score: 79%
Lenovo Ideapad 720s (14-inch) review – the ultraportable ZenBooks finally have a serious competition
Source: Laptop Media English Archive.org version
The Ideapad 720s turned out to be a great all-rounder and a rare occurrence in this price range. The only real direct competitor that we can think of is the ASUS ZenBook UX410UQ. There are some things that Lenovo’s solution does better and in some cases, the ZenBook is a better choice. However, in terms of design, build quality and display – they appear to be pretty similar.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 08/28/2017

 

Lenovo Ideapad 720-81C70002RK

Specifications

Lenovo Ideapad 720-81C70002RKNotebook: Lenovo Ideapad 720-81C70002RK
Processor: Intel Kaby Lake Refresh i5-8550U
Graphics Adapter: AMD Radeon RX 560 (Laptop)
Display: 15.60 inch, 16:9, 1920 x 1080 pixels
Weight: 2.1kg
Links: Lenovo homepage

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Foreign Reviews

Lenovo IdeaPad 720-15IKB – test wydajnego ultrabooka
Source: PC Lab.pl Turkish PL→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Stylish design; decent ergonomy; good speakers; nice display. Negative: Short battery life; relatively high price.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 06/01/2018
Lenovo Ideapad 720 15 – Виртуозное Исполнение
Source: Notebook-Center.ru RU→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Stylish design; good hardware; metal case; large screen; nice display; decent ergonomy; nice connectivity; long battery life; good price.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 10/27/2017

 

Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-13-81A8000SRK

Specifications

Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-13-81A8000SRKNotebook: Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-13-81A8000SRK
Processor: Intel Kaby Lake i7-7500U
Graphics Adapter: Intel HD Graphics 620
Display: 13.30 inch, 16:9, 3840 x 2160 pixels
Weight: 1.1kg
Links: Lenovo homepage

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Foreign Reviews

Lenovo Ideapad 720S – Подающий Надежды
Source: Notebook-Center.ru RU→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Compact size; stylish design; metal case; great built quality; slim size; light weight; frameless; excellent display; backlit keys; good ergonomy; fast fingerprint sensor.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 12/14/2017

 

Lenovo Ideapad 720S-13IKB

Specifications

Lenovo Ideapad 720S-13IKBNotebook: Lenovo Ideapad 720S-13IKB
Processor: Intel Kaby Lake Refresh i5-8250U
Graphics Adapter: Intel UHD Graphics 620
Display: 13.30 inch, 16:9, 1920 x 1080 pixels
Weight: 1.1kg
Price: 999 euro
Links: Lenovo homepage

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Average Score: 80% - good

Average of 2 scores (from 4 reviews)

 

Reviews

85.2% Lenovo Ideapad 720S-13IKB (i5-8250U, UHD 620) Laptop Review | Notebookcheck
Ultra-mobile office performance. Lenovo calls the new IdeaPad 720s an "extremely high-performance and stylish power package." Even though we would not quite call it that, the performance is still impressive for a notebook that is only 13 mm (~0.51 in) thin. We found out in our test report what exactly you can expect from the 720s in its various configurations.

Foreign Reviews

80% Đánh giá Lenovo IdeaPad 720S: Bản nâng cấp hoàn hảo của IdeaPad 710S
Source: The Gioididong VN→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 12/24/2017
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% Đánh giá Lenovo IdeaPad 720S: Bản nâng cấp hoàn hảo của IdeaPad 710S
Source: The Gioididong VN→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 12/24/2017
Rating: Total score: 80%
Đánh giá Lenovo IdeaPad 720S 13IKB: mỏng nhẹ, viền mảnh, nhiều tính năng hiện đại
Source: VNReview VN→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Nice design; metal case; light weight; thin frameless; good hardware; fast fingerprint sensor; decent ergonomy. Negative: Poor connectivity; no HDMI; no memory card slot; short battery life.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 03/16/2018
Đánh giá Lenovo IdeaPad 720S 13IKB: mỏng nhẹ, viền mảnh, nhiều tính năng hiện đại
Source: VNReview VN→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Nice design; metal case; light weight; thin frameless; good hardware; fast fingerprint sensor; decent ergonomy. Negative: Poor connectivity; no HDMI; no memory card slot; short battery life.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 03/16/2018

 

Lenovo Ideapad 720S-13ARR

The Lenovo IdeaPad 72 0S-13ARR combines appearance and functionality. Its innovative antenna hinge delivers a stronger, more stable Wi-Fi signal, while advanced processor and graphics capabilities deliver stunning performance. The rimless display provides a sharp, crystal clear image and the metal case offers exceptional ruggedness. The Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-13ARR uses an AMD Ryzen 7 2700U processor, which is also responsible for graphics calculations with its integrated AMD Radeon RX Vega 8. With the AMD Radeon RX Vega 8, users are able to play modern, demanding games fluently at medium detail settings and HD resolution. As for memory, the notebook has 8 GB DDR4 type with 2,400 MHz. The Lenovo 720S-13ARR has a 256 GB SSD storage. The SSD enables applications to launch faster and it allows faster file transfer. Featuring a 13.3-inch 16:9 1,920 x 1,080 pixel display and a redesign that significantly narrows the borders around the screen, the Ideapad 720S provides the visual quality of a portable home theater. A users can enjoy stunning visuals when they stream videos, watch their favorite TV series or browse photos online. The non-glossy display does not not reflect environmental light which is an advantage. The Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-13ARR weighs only 1.14 kg and is 13.6 mm flat, making it perfect for on the go lifestyle. Its sturdy aluminum housing gives it a distinctive appearance. Treated with the same technique used to shape and polish diamonds, the Ideapad 720S 15” has been redesigned with stylish details and a sophisticated tone-on-tone Iron Grey soft-touch finish. Angled edges make it look even thinner. With JBL stereo speakers and Dolby Audio, which enhances dialogue playback, fine-tunes fine-tuned details across a wide range and delivers maximum, distortion-free PC sound through speakers or headphones, entertainment is a pleasure to the user. In addition, Windows 10 is pre-installed on the notebook, which means users can streamline their day with Windows Hello, which works with an optional fingerprint reader to ensure safe, secure login in less than two seconds. The Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-13ARR has a 4-cell lithium-ion battery which offers up to 8 hours battery life. It also features always-on charging, so a user will be able to charge other devices via USB port, even when the laptop is powered off. Best of all, it gives a user the convenience of rapid charging. One hour plugged in will give the user an 80 % charge. The Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-13ARR notebook has two USB 3.0 and one USB-C port. It can also be used to connect external devices such as USB hard drives, printers or DVD writers to the IdeaPad 720S-13ARR. The Ideapad 72 0S-13ARR is a good laptop for those who need something with good specs but without high price. The AMD Ryzen processor keeps the laptop's price low while still giving it the necessary performance. Hands-On-Artikel von Jagadisa Rajarathnam

Specifications

Lenovo Ideapad 720S-13ARRNotebook: Lenovo Ideapad 720S-13ARR
Processor: AMD Raven Ridge (Ryzen 2000 APU) R5 2500U
Graphics Adapter: AMD Vega 8
Display: 13.30 inch, 16:9, 1920 x 1080 pixels
Weight: 1.14kg
Price: 799 euro
Links: Lenovo homepage

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Average Score: 76% - good

Average of 2 scores (from 6 reviews)

 

Reviews

81.8% Lenovo Ideapad 720S (Ryzen 2500U, Vega 8) Laptop Review | Notebookcheck
AMD-Update. We have already had Lenovo's IdeaPad 720s in review, and found it to be a lightweight and thin notebook for everyday challenges. The 13-inch notebook is now also available with AMD's Ryzen 5 2500U processor and as a viable alternative to the Intel SKU.

Foreign Reviews

76% Schickes Gehäuse und AMD Ryzen Mobile
Source: Chip.de German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 07/17/2018
Rating: Total score: 76% performance: 81% features: 53% display: 88% mobility: 77% ergonomy: 89%
76% Schickes Gehäuse und AMD Ryzen Mobile
Source: Chip.de German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 07/17/2018
Rating: Total score: 76% performance: 81% features: 53% display: 88% mobility: 77% ergonomy: 89%
Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-13ARR – test ultrabooka z procesorem Ryzen 5 2500U
Source: PC Lab.pl Turkish PL→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Slim size; light weight; stylish design; nice performance; decent speakers. Negative: Short battery life; overheats while using; relatively high price.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 07/09/2018
Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-13ARR – test ultrabooka z procesorem Ryzen 5 2500U
Source: PC Lab.pl Turkish PL→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Slim size; light weight; stylish design; nice performance; decent speakers. Negative: Short battery life; overheats while using; relatively high price.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 07/09/2018
Review Notebook AMD Ryzen: Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-13ARR
Source: Jagat Review ID→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Metal case; slim size; light weight; powerful hardware; nice display; backlit keys; fast fingerprint sensor. Negative: No memory card slot; overheats while using.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 05/30/2018
Review Notebook AMD Ryzen: Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-13ARR
Source: Jagat Review ID→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Metal case; slim size; light weight; powerful hardware; nice display; backlit keys; fast fingerprint sensor. Negative: No memory card slot; overheats while using.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 05/30/2018

 

Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-14IKB 81BD003YMH

Specifications

Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-14IKB 81BD003YMHNotebook: Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-14IKB 81BD003YMH
Processor: Intel Kaby Lake Refresh i5-8250U
Graphics Adapter: NVIDIA GeForce MX150
Display: 14.00 inch, 16:9, 1920 x 1080 pixels
Weight: 1.55kg
Links: Lenovo homepage

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Average Score: 65% - average

Average of 1 scores (from 1 reviews)

 

Foreign Reviews

65% Lenovo 720S 14" Review
Source: Tweakers Dutch NL→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 03/10/2018
Rating: Total score: 65%

 

Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-13ARR-81BR000XGE

Specifications

Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-13ARR-81BR000XGENotebook: Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-13ARR-81BR000XGE
Processor: AMD Raven Ridge (Ryzen 2000 APU) R7 2700U
Graphics Adapter: AMD Vega 10
Display: 13.30 inch, 16:9, 1920 x 1080 pixels
Weight: 1.14kg
Price: 1000 euro
Links: Lenovo homepage

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Foreign Reviews

AMD Raven Ridge mit Feststellbremse
Source: Computerbase German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 04/11/2018

 

Lenovo IdeaPad 720s-13ARR 81BR0028MH

The Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-13ARR 81BR0028MH is a compact and powerful 13.3-inch laptop on which users can perform heavy tasks such as video editing. But not only at home, as this Lenovo IdeaPad is lightweight (1.1 kg) and slim (1.36 cm thin), so this laptop can be used on the way to school or work. The device has a 256-GB PCIe SSD, which makes it faster than laptops with a mechanical hard disk drive. After having turned on the laptop, users can start working in about 15 seconds. You can log on to this laptop with Windows Hello and the fingerprint sensor, no need for a password. In low-light environments, the illuminated keyboard offers a solution for typing. Lenovo has made the housing largely of aluminum, the whole is well assembled and feels solid. It is thin, but does not bend easily when pressed. Despite the thin casing, Lenovo still found space for USB-3.0 connections with a Type-A connector. There is one on both the left and the right side. Furthermore, the 720S has two USB-C ports. Lenovo also includes a USB-C charger. However, it is unfortunate that the company has omitted a card reader. The built-in fingerprint scanner is in a handy location, on the right side of the casing. On some other laptops, the scanner is in the touchpad, which can be inconvenient while operating the mouse cursor. Therefore, Lenovo has found a nice solution. Additionally, the Synaptics scanner works quickly, which is another plus.

The Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-13ARR is similar in hardware to many other thin and light laptops in the same price range. Users get a quad-core processor, 8 GB of RAM and a 256-GB SSD. The big difference is that this laptop uses a Ryzen Mobile processor instead of an Intel Core one. The Ryzen 7 2700U in this laptop has a Vega 10 GPU, which is much more powerful on paper than the iGPU Intel puts in its laptop processors. The integrated GPU from AMD benefits from fast memory, preferably placed in dual channel. It is therefore a pity that Lenovo has opted for single channel memory on the 720S. Moreover, the fact that the RAM is DDR4-2133 raises concerns, since this type is slightly slower than DDR4-2400. The 13.3" screen of the 720S-13ARR is an IPS panel from the LG Philips factory with a resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels and a refresh rate of 60 Hz. The panel has FreeSync in combination with the Vega GPU. This results in smooth reproduction, even if the frame rate is lower than 60 FPS. Lenovo has opted for a matte finish of the panel to minimize reflection.

Hands-on article by Jagadisa Rajarathnam

Specifications

Lenovo IdeaPad 720s-13ARR 81BR0028MHNotebook: Lenovo IdeaPad 720s-13ARR 81BR0028MH
Processor: AMD Raven Ridge (Ryzen 2000 APU) R7 2700U
Graphics Adapter: AMD Vega 10
Display: 13.30 inch, 16:9, 1920 x 1080 pixels
Weight: 1.15kg
Links: Lenovo homepage

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Average Score: 55% - poor

Average of 1 scores (from 1 reviews)

 

Foreign Reviews

55% Lenovo 720S-13ARR Review
Source: Tweakers Dutch NL→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 04/22/2018
Rating: Total score: 55%

 

Lenovo IdeaPad 720-15IKB

The Lenovo IdeaPad 720 is an affordable and reliable notebook that is powerful enough to handle most of the demands made on today's laptops. All notebooks in this range excel in first-class design and ergonomic controls and have a full range of advanced features for convenient work and excellent entertainment. The Gaming Metallic Mineral Gray IdeaPad 720-15IKB features a Full-HD display and a powerful Intel Core i5 8550U quad-core processor. It is supplemented with 12 GB of DDR operating memory at a good 2133 MHz frequency, which ensures smooth operation of the notebook. The 1TB hard drive provides enough space for data. The other is an SSD with a capacity of 128 GB. The laptop has a separate AMD Radeon RX 560M GDDR5 graphics card with its own 4 GB of memory. It works perfectly with demanding multimedia and gaming and allows users to fully enjoy their entertainment. The notebook has an anti-glare LED display with a resolution of 1920 x 1080 and a 15.6" diagonal screen size, delivering high-definition video when watching movies or playing games in Full HD. For an even more compelling effect in the case of movies, the user can use HDMI to connect their notebook comfortably to a TV or projector.

The casing of the IdeaPad 720 is made from aluminum and magnesium, which gives it a very sturdy appearance. Lenovo uses the same material for the back of the display, thus only the display bezel is made of plastic. All the workmanship appears to be of very high quality. In terms of colors, buyers of the IdeaPad 720 can choose among "Platinum silver," "Champagne gold," and "Iron gray". Because the device is very light - it weighs only 2.1 kg (~4.6 lb) -, Lenovo has shaved off connectivity options that are not absolutely necessary. However, one can restore most connections via a Thunderbolt or USB Type-C adapter. Buyers should also definitely keep in mind that there is no SD-card reader on the device. Any peripherals can only be connected to the IdeaPad 720 via the USB or the Thunderbolt ports. The security options of the IdeaPad 720 are straightforward: A fingerprint reader and a TPM-2.0 module are supposed to provide sufficient security for the device. Users can easily set up the fingerprint reader via Windows 10. During the login, the scanner recognizes the fingerprint after about a second and then logs in the user automatically. Sound is reproduced by stereo speakers with Dolby-Audio support. Audio speech is clearer and more understandable for VoIP communications, video conferencing or gaming. For these instances, the notebook also features an integrated microphone and HD webcam. The latter produces recordings in 16:9 format with a maximum resolution of 1280 x 720 pixels, which should be sufficient for simple video chats.

Hands-on article by Jagadisa Rajarathnam

Specifications

Lenovo IdeaPad 720-15IKBNotebook: Lenovo IdeaPad 720-15IKB
Processor: Intel Kaby Lake i5-7200U
Graphics Adapter: AMD Radeon RX 560 (Laptop) 2048 MB
Display: 15.60 inch, 16:9, 1920 x 1080 pixels
Weight: 2.03kg
Price: 959 euro
Links: Lenovo homepage

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Reviews

85.2% Lenovo IdeaPad 720 (i5-7200U, RX 560) Laptop Review | Notebookcheck
Misleading first impressions. Lenovo is equipping its 2018 multimedia notebooks with 2016 processors. Even more surprising is the consistently solid concept, which does not shy away from the competition. The AMD Radeon graphics is a small highlight and one which allows for some gaming.

 

Lenovo Ideapad 720S-13IKB-81BV0058GE

Specifications

Lenovo Ideapad 720S-13IKB-81BV0058GENotebook: Lenovo Ideapad 720S-13IKB-81BV0058GE
Processor: Intel Kaby Lake Refresh i5-8550U
Graphics Adapter: Intel UHD Graphics 620
Display: 13.30 inch, 16:9, 1920 x 1080 pixels
Weight: 1.1kg
Price: 1200 euro
Links: Lenovo homepage

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Average Score: 80% - good

Average of 1 scores (from 1 reviews)

 

Reviews

80% Lenovo IdeaPad 720s (13-Inch)
Source: PC Mag English Archive.org version
The 13-inch Lenovo IdeaPad 720s is a light, powerful, and customizable ultraportable that won't break the bank.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 04/09/2018
Rating: Total score: 80%

 

Lenovo Ideapad 720S-13ARR

The Lenovo IdeaPad 72 0S-13ARR combines appearance and functionality. Its innovative antenna hinge delivers a stronger, more stable Wi-Fi signal, while advanced processor and graphics capabilities deliver stunning performance. The rimless display provides a sharp, crystal clear image and the metal case offers exceptional ruggedness. The Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-13ARR uses an AMD Ryzen 7 2700U processor, which is also responsible for graphics calculations with its integrated AMD Radeon RX Vega 8. With the AMD Radeon RX Vega 8, users are able to play modern, demanding games fluently at medium detail settings and HD resolution. As for memory, the notebook has 8 GB DDR4 type with 2,400 MHz. The Lenovo 720S-13ARR has a 256 GB SSD storage. The SSD enables applications to launch faster and it allows faster file transfer. Featuring a 13.3-inch 16:9 1,920 x 1,080 pixel display and a redesign that significantly narrows the borders around the screen, the Ideapad 720S provides the visual quality of a portable home theater. A users can enjoy stunning visuals when they stream videos, watch their favorite TV series or browse photos online. The non-glossy display does not not reflect environmental light which is an advantage. The Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-13ARR weighs only 1.14 kg and is 13.6 mm flat, making it perfect for on the go lifestyle. Its sturdy aluminum housing gives it a distinctive appearance. Treated with the same technique used to shape and polish diamonds, the Ideapad 720S 15” has been redesigned with stylish details and a sophisticated tone-on-tone Iron Grey soft-touch finish. Angled edges make it look even thinner. With JBL stereo speakers and Dolby Audio, which enhances dialogue playback, fine-tunes fine-tuned details across a wide range and delivers maximum, distortion-free PC sound through speakers or headphones, entertainment is a pleasure to the user. In addition, Windows 10 is pre-installed on the notebook, which means users can streamline their day with Windows Hello, which works with an optional fingerprint reader to ensure safe, secure login in less than two seconds. The Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-13ARR has a 4-cell lithium-ion battery which offers up to 8 hours battery life. It also features always-on charging, so a user will be able to charge other devices via USB port, even when the laptop is powered off. Best of all, it gives a user the convenience of rapid charging. One hour plugged in will give the user an 80 % charge. The Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-13ARR notebook has two USB 3.0 and one USB-C port. It can also be used to connect external devices such as USB hard drives, printers or DVD writers to the IdeaPad 720S-13ARR. The Ideapad 72 0S-13ARR is a good laptop for those who need something with good specs but without high price. The AMD Ryzen processor keeps the laptop's price low while still giving it the necessary performance. Hands-On-Artikel von Jagadisa Rajarathnam

Specifications

Lenovo Ideapad 720S-13ARRNotebook: Lenovo Ideapad 720S-13ARR
Processor: AMD Raven Ridge (Ryzen 2000 APU) R7 2700U
Graphics Adapter: AMD Vega 10
Display: 13.30 inch, 16:9, 1920 x 1080 pixels
Weight: 1.14kg
Price: 999 euro
Links: Lenovo homepage

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Reviews

84.2% Lenovo IdeaPad 720s-13ARR (Ryzen 7 2700U, RX Vega 10) Laptop Review | Notebookcheck
With the handbrake left on. The Lenovo IdeaPad 720s-13ARR is a 13.3-inch notebook with a sleek, slim keyboard, a backlit keyboard and an NVMe SSD. Unfortunately, neither the processor nor the battery life lives up to expectations. Find out in this review how the 720s-13ARR fares in our tests.

 

Lenovo Ideapad 720S-15IKB 81AC001AGE

Specifications

Lenovo Ideapad 720S-15IKB 81AC001AGENotebook: Lenovo Ideapad 720S-15IKB 81AC001AGE
Processor: Intel Kaby Lake i7-7700HQ
Graphics Adapter: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Ti Max-Q 4096 MB
Display: 15.60 inch, 16:9, 1920 x 1080 pixels
Weight: 1.9kg
Price: 1450 euro
Links: Lenovo homepage

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Reviews

86.9% Lenovo Ideapad 720S-15IKB (i7-7700HQ, GTX 1050 Ti Max-Q, SSD 512 GB) Laptop Review | Notebookcheck
Multimedia oddball. Lenovo has outfitted the first 15-inch laptop in its 700 series with exotic hardware, including an i7-7700HQ with a TDP reduced to 35 watts and a 1050 Ti Max-Q. The contender has a lot to offer—a great display, long battery life—but the proverbial fly in the ointment could be a no-go for some people.

 

Lenovo IdeaPad 720-15IKBR 81C7001VPB

Specifications

Lenovo IdeaPad 720-15IKBR 81C7001VPBNotebook: Lenovo IdeaPad 720-15IKBR 81C7001VPB
Processor: Intel Kaby Lake Refresh i5-8250U
Graphics Adapter: Intel UHD Graphics 620
Display: 15.60 inch, 16:9, 1920 x 1080 pixels
Weight: 2.1kg
Links: Lenovo homepage

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Foreign Reviews

Lenovo Ideapad 720 teszt – Otthoni multimédiás mindenes
Source: Laptopkalauz HU→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Solid workmanship; premium design; powerful hardware; nice display.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 08/26/2018

 

Lenovo Ideapad 720s-14IKBR-81BD003RSP

Specifications

Lenovo Ideapad 720s-14IKBR-81BD003RSPNotebook: Lenovo Ideapad 720s-14IKBR-81BD003RSP
Processor: Intel Kaby Lake Refresh i5-8550U
Graphics Adapter: NVIDIA GeForce MX150
Display: 14.00 inch, 16:9, 1920 x 1080 pixels
Weight: 1.6kg
Links: Lenovo homepage

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Lenovo Ideapad 720s-14IKBR (81BD003RSP). Ultrabook 14,0" premium potente (999 €)
Source: Ofertaman Spanish ES→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Compact size; high autonomy; elegant design; nice performance.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 10/07/2018

 

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Lenovo Ideapad 720S-13IKB-81BV005AGENotebook: Lenovo Ideapad 720S-13IKB-81BV005AGE
Processor: Intel Kaby Lake Refresh i5-8550U
Graphics Adapter: Intel UHD Graphics 620
Display: 13.30 inch, 16:9, 1920 x 1080 pixels
Weight: 1.14kg
Price: 1200 euro
Links: Lenovo homepage

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Average Score: 81% - good

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81% Starke MacBook-Alternative
Source: Chip.de German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/30/2018
Rating: Total score: 81% performance: 84% features: 63% display: 87% mobility: 100% ergonomy: 83%

 

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Specifications

Lenovo Ideapad 720-13IKBR-81C3008YSPNotebook: Lenovo Ideapad 720-13IKBR-81C3008YSP
Processor: Intel Kaby Lake Refresh i5-8250U
Graphics Adapter: Intel UHD Graphics 620
Display: 13.30 inch, 16:9, 1920 x 1080 pixels
Weight: 1.3kg
Links: Lenovo homepage

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OFERTA DEL DÍA: Lenovo Ideapad 720-13IKBR [81C3008YSP], un ultraportátil convertible de 13,3" con Core i5-8250U, SSD de 256 Gb. y pantalla IPS Full-HD por 759 €
Source: Putoinformatico Spanish ES→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Compact size; light weight; high mobility; good price; nice display.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 12/24/2018

 

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Specifications

Lenovo Ideapad 720S-13IKBR-81BV0098SPNotebook: Lenovo Ideapad 720S-13IKBR-81BV0098SP
Processor: Intel Kaby Lake Refresh i5-8250U
Graphics Adapter: Intel UHD Graphics 620
Display: 13.30 inch, 16:9, 1920 x 1080 pixels
Weight: 1.5kg
Links: Lenovo homepage

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Lenovo Ideapad 720S-13IKBR: La Evolución de los Ultrabooks
Source: Mi Mundo Gadget Spanish ES→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Slim size; light weight; nice display; decent processor; fast fingerprint sensor. Negative: No HDMI port; no SD card slot; only 256GB storage.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 05/27/2020
¡CHOLLO Exprés! Lenovo Ideapad 720S-13IKBR (81BV0098SP). Ultrabook 13,3" de gama alta (599 €)
Source: Ofertaman Spanish ES→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Compact size; light weight; good price; decent hardware; nice performance; high mobility.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 07/24/2019
Lenovo Ideapad 720S-13IKBR (81BV0098SP). Ultrabook 13,3" de gama alta (699 €)
Source: Ofertaman Spanish ES→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Compact size; light weight; good price; high mobility.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 07/04/2019
¡Chollo! Lenovo Ideapad 720S-13IKBR (81BV0098SP). Ultrabook 13,3" de gama alta (699 €)
Source: Ofertaman Spanish ES→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Compact size; light weight; good price; elegant design; high mobility.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 03/18/2019
¡Oferta 06/03! Lenovo Ideapad 720S-13IKBR (81BV0098SP). Ultrabook 13,3" de gama alta (699 €)
Source: Ofertaman Spanish ES→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Compact size; light weight; good price; elegant design; high mobility.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 03/06/2019

 

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Lenovo: Lenovo ("Le" from English legend, novo (Latin) for new) was founded in 1984 as a Chinese computer trading company. As of 2004, the company was the largest laptop manufacturer in China and, after acquiring IBM's PC division in 2005, the fourth largest in the world. In addition to desktops and notebooks, the company manufactures monitors, projectors, servers, etc, and specializes in developing, manufacturing and marketing consumer electronics, personal computers, software, enterprise solutions and related services.

In 2016, the company ranked first in the world in computer sales. It still held it in 2023 with about 23% global market share. Important product lines are Thinkpad, Legion and Ideapad.

In 2011, it acquired a majority stake in Medion AG, a European computer hardware manufacturer. In 2014, Motorola Mobility was purchased, which gave Lenovo a boost in the smartphone market.


Modern games should be playable with these graphics cards at low settings and resolutions. Casual gamers may be happy with these cards.

NVIDIA GeForce 940MX: Mid-range laptop graphics card based on the Maxwell architecture. Compared to the older 940M, the MX now also supports GDDR5 graphics memory and maybe slightly faster clock speeds.

AMD Radeon RX 560 (Laptop): Based on the Polaris 11 or 21 and therefore the mobile version of the Desktop RX 560.

Intel HD Graphics 620: Integrated GPU (GT2) found on some Kaby-Lake CPU models (15 W ULV series).

Intel UHD Graphics 620: Integrated GPU (GT2, 24 EUs) found on some Kaby-Lake-Refresh CPU models (15 W ULV series). Technically identical to the previous Kaby-Lake GPU called HD Graphics 620.

AMD Vega 8: Integrated graphics card of the Ryzen APUs based on the Vega architecture with 8 CUs (= 512 shaders) and a clock of up to 1100 MHz.

NVIDIA GeForce MX150: Pascal GP108 based laptop graphics card and mobile version of the desktop GeForce GT 1030. Offers 384 shader cores and usually 2 GB GDDR5 with a 64 Bit memory bus. Manufactured in 14nm.

AMD Vega 10: Integrated graphics card of the Ryzen APUs based on the Vega architecture with 10 CUs (=640 shaders) and a clock of up to 1300 MHz.

NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Ti Max-Q: More power efficient version of the GTX 1050 Ti with about 10-15% slower than a normal laptop GTX 1050 Ti.

» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Graphics Cards and the corresponding Benchmark List.


Intel Kaby Lake:

i5-7200U: Kaby-Lake based SoC with two CPU cores clocked at 2.5 to 3.1 GHz, HyperThreading and manufactured with an improved 14nm process.

i7-7500U: Kaby-Lake based SoC with two CPU cores clocked at 2.7 to 3.5 GHz, HyperThreading and manufactured with an improved 14nm process.

i7-7700HQ: Quad-core notebook processor based on the Kaby Lake architecture. Besides four CPU cores (including Hyper Threading), the chips also integrates the HD Graphics 630 GPU and is manufactured in an improved 14 nm process.

Intel Kaby Lake Refresh:

i5-8550U: Kaby-Lake-Refresh based low power quad-core processor. The four cores are clocked between 1.8 and 4 GHz (Turbo Boost) and support HyperThreading. The integrated GPU is clocked between 300 and 1,150 MHz. The SoC is manufactured in a 14nm+ FinFET process.

i5-8250U: Kaby-Lake-Refresh based low power quad-core processor. The four cores are clocked between 1.6 and 3.4 GHz (Turbo Boost) and support HyperThreading. The integrated GPU is clocked between 300 and 1,100 MHz. The SoC is manufactured in a 14nm+ FinFET process.

AMD Raven Ridge (Ryzen 2000 APU):

R5 2500U: Mobile APU that integrates four Zen cores clocked at 2 to 3.6 GHz. The TDP is configurable between 12 to 25 Watt (15 W nominal) and the integrated Radeon RX Vega 8 is clocked at up to 1100 MHz.

R7 2700U: Mobile Quad-Core APU using Zen cores clocked at 2.2 to 3.8 GHz and a Vega graphics card with 10 CUs clocked at up to 1300 MHz.

» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Processsors.


14.00:

14 inch display size represents a middle ground between the small subnotebook formats and the screens of the standard 15 inch laptops.

The reason for the popularity of mid-sized displays is that this size is reasonably easy on the eyes, provides good resolutions with usable detail sizes, yet does not consume too much power and the devices can still be reasonably compact. 

In the past, 14-inch devices were very rare, but now they are the standard for laptops after the 15-inchers. 

» To find out how fine a display is, see our DPI List.


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81.15%: This rating is slightly above average, there are somewhat more devices with worse ratings. However, clear purchase recommendations look different.

» Further information can be found in our Notebook Purchase Guide.

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