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Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 320 Pro (x5-Z8350, LTE, 128 GB) Convertible Review

Compact convertible! The IdeaPad Miix 320 combines versatile use in the tightest space. An LTE module is also installed and the quad-core CPU is to ensure a decent work speed. Find out in this review how the 10-inch convertible scores in the test.

For the original German review, see here.

Lenovo's IdeaPad Miix 320 is a compact, 10-inch convertible with a removable keyboard dock, making the device versatile. Lenovo offers three different base configurations of the IdeaPad Miix 320 in its web shop. All models use Intel's Atom x5-Z8350 central processing unit with an integrated Intel HD Graphics 400 for video output. Differences are found in RAM, screen, and storage device capacity.

Our review sample is the most expensive device priced at 459 Euros (~$350). In addition to the named processor, it comes with 4 GB of DDR3 RAM and a 128 GB SSD. Also, this the only model whose 10.1-inch panel has a resolution of 1920x1200 pixels. The LTE modem is just as present as a Windows 10 Home 64-bit license. Lenovo does not offer any optional hardware configurations during the ordering process.

We selected identically configured convertibles for comparing Lenovo's IdeaPad Miix 320 in this review. An overview can be found in the following chart that also includes the comparison devices' most important technical specs.

Teclast Tbook 10s Lenovo Yoga Book Acer Switch V Acer Switch 3
CPU Intel Atom x5-Z8350 Intel Atom x5-Z8350 Intel Atom x5-Z8350 Intel Pentium N4200
GPU Intel HD Graphics (Cherry Trail) Intel HD Graphics (Cherry Trail) Intel HD Graphics (Cherry Trail) Intel HD Graphics 505
Display 10.1-inch 1920 x 1200 10.1-inch 1920 x 1200 10.1-inch 1200 x 800 12.2-inch 1920 x 1200
RAM 4 GB DDR3 4 GB LPDDR3 4 GB DDR3 4 GB DDR3
Storage 64 GB (eMMC) 64 GB (eMMC) 64 GB (eMMC) 64 GB (SSD)
Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 320-10ICR Pro LTE (IdeaPad Miix 320 Series)
Processor
Intel Atom x5-Z8350 4 x 1.4 - 1.9 GHz, Cherry Trail
Graphics adapter
Memory
4 GB 
, DDR3L, 1600 MHz
Display
10.10 inch 16:10, 1920 x 1200 pixel 224 PPI, multitouch, YF102, MS_9003, IPS, glossy: yes, detachable screen
Mainboard
Intel Cherry Trail
Storage
SanDisk DF4128, 128 GB 
, 80 GB free
Soundcard
Intel SST Audio Device
Connections
2 USB 2.0, 1 USB 3.0 / 3.1 Gen1, Audio Connections: combo audio jack, Card Reader: micro-SD, Brightness Sensor, Sensors: Bosch accelerometer, micro-HDMI
Networking
Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 3165 (a/b/g/n = Wi-Fi 4/ac = Wi-Fi 5/), Bluetooth 4.2, UMTS, LTE
Size
height x width x depth (in mm): 17.5 x 250 x 183 ( = 0.69 x 9.84 x 7.2 in)
Battery
33.3 Wh Lithium-Polymer
Operating System
Microsoft Windows 10 Pro 64 Bit
Camera
Webcam: front and rear
Primary Camera: 2 MPix webcam with microphone
Secondary Camera: 5 MPix autofocus
Additional features
Speakers: stereo speakers, Dolby Advanced Audio, Keyboard: chiclet, Keyboard Light: no, power supply, keyboard dock, 24 Months Warranty, fanless
Weight
1.049 kg ( = 37 oz / 2.31 pounds), Power Supply: 175 g ( = 6.17 oz / 0.39 pounds)
Price
459 EUR
Note: The manufacturer may use components from different suppliers including display panels, drives or memory sticks with similar specifications.

 

Case and Connectivity

Lenovo's IdeaPad Miix 320 is a tablet and keyboard dock combination. The tablet turns into a small laptop that is very compact in a folded state. The weight of both components adds up to just 1049 grams (tablet: 566 grams, keyboard dock: 483 grams). Lenovo's IdeaPad Miix 320 is offered in two colors: Steel gray like our review sample, and pearly white.

The 10-inch tablet is pleasant to hold and the silver plastic cover hides fingerprints outstandingly. The stability is also good; the tablet can only be warped marginally with quite some effort and responds to these attempts with a quiet cracking noise. The keyboard dock makes an identically good impression although twisting is more difficult due to higher stability. The materials make a premium impression and convey good quality.

The tablet is connected to the keyboard dock via a magnet. Unfortunately, the tablet wobbles slightly when connected, which reduces the positive quality impression slightly. Otherwise, the hinge does a reliable job and keeps the tablet well in position.

The connectivity of Lenovo's IdeaPad Miix 320 is good and sufficient for its intended purpose. Unfortunately, the tablet does not have a full-sized USB port, which could be annoying in routine use. However, we found a USB Type-C port and a micro-HDMI port that underlines the multimedia properties on the right. Connecting the keyboard dock adds two USB 2.0 ports to the connectivity.

The Wi-Fi performance of Intel's Dual Band Wireless-AC 3165 module is below average. We measured an average of 272 MBit/s when transmitting data. The reception speed of Lenovo's IdeaPad Miix 320 is slightly better at 289 MBit/s. Our review sample carries an LTE modem by Fibocom (Fibocom L831-EAU) for mobile data connections. (The US model apparently lacks such a module).

Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 320-10ICR Pro LTE
Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 320-10ICR Pro LTE
Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 320-10ICR Pro LTE
Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 320-10ICR Pro LTE
Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 320-10ICR Pro LTE
Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 320-10ICR Pro LTE
Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 320-10ICR Pro LTE
Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 320-10ICR Pro LTE
Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 320-10ICR Pro LTE
Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 320-10ICR Pro LTE

Size Comparison

295 mm / 11.6 inch 201 mm / 7.91 inch 9.95 mm / 0.3917 inch 877 g1.933 lbs262 mm / 10.3 inch 188 mm / 7.4 inch 19.2 mm / 0.756 inch 1.2 kg2.65 lbs250 mm / 9.84 inch 183 mm / 7.2 inch 17.5 mm / 0.689 inch 1 kg2.31 lbs256.6 mm / 10.1 inch 170.8 mm / 6.72 inch 9.6 mm / 0.378 inch 690 g1.521 lbs247 mm / 9.72 inch 166 mm / 6.54 inch 8 mm / 0.315 inch 574 g1.265 lbs297 mm / 11.7 inch 210 mm / 8.27 inch 1 mm / 0.03937 inch 5.7 g0.01257 lbs

Connectivity

Left: Audio combo (mic-in, line-out), USB 2.0 ((charging suitable) keyboard dock), volume control, status LED, power-on
Left: Audio combo (mic-in, line-out), USB 2.0 ((charging suitable) keyboard dock), volume control, status LED, power-on
Right: Microphone, micro-HDMI, USB Type-C 3.0, power-in, USB 2.0 (keyboard dock)
Right: Microphone, micro-HDMI, USB Type-C 3.0, power-in, USB 2.0 (keyboard dock)
Underside: Keyboard dock port, nano-SIM slot
Underside: Keyboard dock port, nano-SIM slot
Networking
iperf3 transmit AX12
Acer Switch 3 SW312-31-P5VG
Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 7265
573 MBit/s +111%
Acer Switch V 10 SW5-017-196Q
Atheros/Qualcomm QCA6174
374 MBit/s +38%
Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 320-10ICR Pro LTE
Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 3165
272 MBit/s
Teclast Tbook 10s
802.11 b/g/n
39.2 MBit/s -86%
iperf3 receive AX12
Acer Switch 3 SW312-31-P5VG
Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 7265
560 MBit/s +94%
Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 320-10ICR Pro LTE
Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 3165
289 MBit/s
Acer Switch V 10 SW5-017-196Q
Atheros/Qualcomm QCA6174
247 MBit/s -15%
Teclast Tbook 10s
802.11 b/g/n
38.3 MBit/s -87%

Input Devices

Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 320 keyboard dock
Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 320 keyboard dock

The keyboard dock for Lenovo's IdeaPad Miix 320 is included and turns the tablet into a small, useful laptop/netbook. Unfortunately, the manufacturer does not install a subtle backlight that would help working in unfavorable light conditions.

The keys are level with the wrist rest that consequently means that the keyboard is lowered slightly into the keyboard dock. The letter keys have a pleasant size although the numbers in the first row are a bit cramped. A condition that is tolerable in routine use. It is more annoying that the enter key is relatively small. On the other hand, the keyboard convinced us with a clearly palpable pressure point and a pleasingly short drop. The keyboard easily copes with typing without producing a high noise level.

The ClickPad has a size of 9x6 centimeters and uses the space below the keyboard ideally. The surface matches to the rest of the appearance and is perfectly suitable for fast navigation thanks to the sleek texture. However, clicking noises are very audible. We found the slightly loose gliding area that clatters a bit due to a marginal play unpleasant.

The touchscreen in Lenovo's IdeaPad Miix 320 has a favorable working surface area of 10.1 inches, which is enough for simply browsing the Internet on the sofa. The screen is responsive and it is fun to work with it.

Display

Subpixels
Subpixels
Very good: no clouding
Very good: no clouding

Our review sample is furnished with a 10.1-inch IPS panel with a resolution of 1920x1200 pixels. Lenovo also offers the IdeaPad Miix 320 with an IPS screen that has a resolution of just 1280x800 pixels.

Lenovo's IdeaPad Miix 320 achieved an average screen brightness of 244 cd/m² during our measurements. That places it just before Acer's Switch V that has the lowest rate in this comparison with 239 cd/m². The average screen brightness is dimmed to 210 cd/m² in battery mode. The screen's black level (0.33 cd/m²) is not convincing, either. Furthermore, we have to strongly criticize the illumination of 79%, which is far below average. However, the rivals only do a marginally better job than Lenovo's IdeaPad Miix 320 here. We were very surprised that we did not encounter clouding. The measured PWM frequency (19000 Hz) is also very high, which is favorable for the screen.

229
cd/m²
244
cd/m²
253
cd/m²
213
cd/m²
251
cd/m²
257
cd/m²
221
cd/m²
255
cd/m²
270
cd/m²
Distribution of brightness
YF102, MS_9003 tested with X-Rite i1Pro 2
Maximum: 270 cd/m² (Nits) Average: 243.7 cd/m² Minimum: 48 cd/m²
Brightness Distribution: 79 %
Center on Battery: 210 cd/m²
Contrast: 761:1 (Black: 0.33 cd/m²)
ΔE Color 5.34 | 0.5-29.43 Ø5
ΔE Greyscale 6.04 | 0.57-98 Ø5.3
81% sRGB (Argyll 1.6.3 3D)
51% AdobeRGB 1998 (Argyll 1.6.3 3D)
56% AdobeRGB 1998 (Argyll 2.2.0 3D)
81.4% sRGB (Argyll 2.2.0 3D)
54.2% Display P3 (Argyll 2.2.0 3D)
Gamma: 3.23
Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 320-10ICR Pro LTE
IPS, 1920x1200, 10.10
Teclast Tbook 10s
IPS, 1920x1200, 10.10
Lenovo Yoga Book Android YB1-X90F
IPS, 1920x1080, 10.10
Acer Switch V 10 SW5-017-196Q
IPS, 1280x800, 10.10
Acer Switch 3 SW312-31-P5VG
IPS, 1920x1200, 12.20
Display
-4%
13%
Display P3 Coverage
54.2
52.5
-3%
68
25%

58.8
8%

sRGB Coverage
81.4
76.3
-6%
91.2
12%

87.5
7%

AdobeRGB 1998 Coverage
56
54.1
-3%
66.9
19%

60.6
8%

Response Times
-18%
-35%
-30%
-5%
Response Time Grey 50% / Grey 80% *
32 ?(14, 18)
40 ?(21, 19)
-25%
54 ?(28, 26)
-69%
29 ?(8, 21)
9%
37 ?(18, 19)
-16%
Response Time Black / White *
24 ?(13, 11)
26.4 ?(14, 12.4)
-10%
24 ?(7, 17)
-0%
25 ?(9, 16)
-4%
25 ?(14, 12)
-4%
PWM Frequency
19000 ?(90)
877 ?(90)
-95%
20000 ?(90)
5%
Screen
3%
34%
18%
21%
Brightness middle
251
279
11%
449
79%
270
8%
364
45%
Brightness
244
280
15%
421
73%
239
-2%
341
40%
Brightness Distribution
79
82
4%
86
9%
82
4%
85
8%
Black Level *
0.33
0.29
12%
0.32
3%
0.21
36%
0.47
-42%
Contrast
761
962
26%
1403
84%
1286
69%
774
2%
Colorchecker dE 2000 *
5.34
6.7
-25%
4.7
12%
3.01
44%
3.4
36%
Colorchecker dE 2000 max. *
9.91
10.8
-9%
11.1
-12%
4.63
53%
7.61
23%
Greyscale dE 2000 *
6.04
6.8
-13%
4.5
25%
7.66
-27%
1.7
72%
Gamma
3.23 68%
2.27 97%
2.22 99%
1.45 152%
2.36 93%
CCT
7491 87%
8466 77%
7122 91%
6665 98%
6750 96%
Color Space (Percent of AdobeRGB 1998)
51
49
-4%
59
16%
Color Space (Percent of sRGB)
81
76
-6%
91
12%
Total Average (Program / Settings)
-8% / -1%
-1% / 20%
-5% / 5%
10% / 15%

* ... smaller is better

Display Response Times

Display response times show how fast the screen is able to change from one color to the next. Slow response times can lead to afterimages and can cause moving objects to appear blurry (ghosting). Gamers of fast-paced 3D titles should pay special attention to fast response times.
       Response Time Black to White
24 ms ... rise ↗ and fall ↘ combined↗ 13 ms rise
↘ 11 ms fall
The screen shows good response rates in our tests, but may be too slow for competitive gamers.
In comparison, all tested devices range from 0.1 (minimum) to 240 (maximum) ms. » 48 % of all devices are better.
This means that the measured response time is worse than the average of all tested devices (21.6 ms).
       Response Time 50% Grey to 80% Grey
32 ms ... rise ↗ and fall ↘ combined↗ 14 ms rise
↘ 18 ms fall
The screen shows slow response rates in our tests and will be unsatisfactory for gamers.
In comparison, all tested devices range from 0.2 (minimum) to 636 (maximum) ms. » 36 % of all devices are better.
This means that the measured response time is similar to the average of all tested devices (33.9 ms).

Screen Flickering / PWM (Pulse-Width Modulation)

To dim the screen, some notebooks will simply cycle the backlight on and off in rapid succession - a method called Pulse Width Modulation (PWM) . This cycling frequency should ideally be undetectable to the human eye. If said frequency is too low, users with sensitive eyes may experience strain or headaches or even notice the flickering altogether.
Screen flickering / PWM detected 19000 Hz ≤ 90 % brightness setting

The display backlight flickers at 19000 Hz (worst case, e.g., utilizing PWM) Flickering detected at a brightness setting of 90 % and below. There should be no flickering or PWM above this brightness setting.

The frequency of 19000 Hz is quite high, so most users sensitive to PWM should not notice any flickering.

In comparison: 53 % of all tested devices do not use PWM to dim the display. If PWM was detected, an average of 18110 (minimum: 5 - maximum: 3846000) Hz was measured.

Grayscales
Grayscales
ColorChecker
ColorChecker
Saturation Sweeps
Saturation Sweeps
sRGB coverage: 81 percent
sRGB coverage: 81 percent
AdobeRGB coverage: 51 percent
AdobeRGB coverage: 51 percent

The high black value that results in a low contrast ratio of 761:1 covers dark scenes with a light grayish haze. The colors look a bit pale, but this does not restrict everyday use strongly. The DeltaE 2000 rates of 5.34 and 6.04 are clearly increased in state of delivery. This indicates that the manufacturer ships the screen to the customer without prior calibration. Calibrating improves the color shifts. We have provided the corresponding ICC profile for download.

As to color space coverage, our review sample can reproduce 81% of the sRGB color space and still 51% of the AdobeRGB color space. This is a sooner mediocre outcome that will be enough for hobby photo editing.

We would not recommend using this device outdoors. The reason: the much too low screen brightness cannot defy bright outdoor conditions in sunlight. Furthermore, the very glossy surface leads to further restrictions that make use almost impossible even in the shade.

Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 320 in sunlight
Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 320 in sunlight
Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 320 in the shade
Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 320 in the shade

The screen in Lenovo's IdeaPad Miix 320 makes a good impression in our viewing angle test. The test image reproduction is good to very good in almost every position. The panel only has problems in the corner photos that are covered with a light grayish haze. Here, the upper two photos are affected more than the two lower photos. However, this should not lead to restrictions in routine use since this phenomenon only occurs in a very flat viewing angle.

Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 320 viewing angles
Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 320 viewing angles

Performance

Our review sample carries Intel's Atom x5-Z8350 processor that finds support in 4 GB of DDR3 RAM. The 128 GB flash memory is enough for the operating system and office applications. The performance of the small quad-core processor can cope with office tasks and smaller multimedia jobs. However, the LatencyMon analysis shows that the latencies are too high during high load, and thus the device is unsuitable for real-time audio playback applications.

CPU-Z
CPU-Z
CPU-Z
CPU-Z
CPU-Z
CPU-Z
GPU-Z
GPU-Z
HWiNFO
DPC Latency
DPC Latency

Processor

Our review sample sports Intel's Atom x5-Z8350 processor that has four physical computing cores. The base clock of the small quad-core SoC is 1.44 GHz to 1.92 GHz (Burst). The power dissipation is just 4 watts, making the processor very suitable for passive cooling. The Cinebench test shows that the performance lags far behind Intel's Pentium N4200. However, Lenovo's IdeaPad Miix 320 cannot compete against similarly equipped devices by Telcast and Acer, either.

More benchmarks concerning Intel's Atom x5-Z8350 can be found here.

Lenovo's IdeaPad Miix 320 easily manages the Cinebench R15 loop test. The performance of Intel's Atom x5-Z8350 processor is reliably maintained completely even during prolonged load.

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Cinebench R15 CPU Multi 64 Bit
Cinebench R15
CPU Single 64Bit
Acer Switch 3 SW312-31-P5VG
Intel Pentium N4200
51 Points +82%
Acer Switch V 10 SW5-017-196Q
Intel Atom x5-Z8350
29 Points +4%
Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 320-10ICR Pro LTE
Intel Atom x5-Z8350
28 Points
CPU Multi 64Bit
Acer Switch 3 SW312-31-P5VG
Intel Pentium N4200
159 Points +73%
Teclast Tbook 10s
Intel Atom x5-Z8350
101 Points +10%
Acer Switch V 10 SW5-017-196Q
Intel Atom x5-Z8350
100 Points +9%
Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 320-10ICR Pro LTE
Intel Atom x5-Z8350
92 Points
JetStream 1.1 - Total Score
Acer Switch 3 SW312-31-P5VG
Intel Pentium N4200
78.8 Points +77%
Acer Switch V 10 SW5-017-196Q
Intel Atom x5-Z8350
45.77 Points +3%
Lenovo Yoga Book Android YB1-X90F
Intel Atom x5-Z8550
44.84 Points +1%
Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 320-10ICR Pro LTE
Intel Atom x5-Z8350
44.44 Points
Teclast Tbook 10s
Intel Atom x5-Z8350
35.36 Points -20%
Jetstream 1.1
Jetstream 1.1
Cinebench R15
Cinebench R15
Cinebench R15 CPU Single 64Bit
28 Points
Cinebench R15 CPU Multi 64Bit
92 Points
Cinebench R15 OpenGL 64Bit
9.34 fps
Cinebench R15 Ref. Match 64Bit
98 %
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System Performance

PCMark 8 Home
PCMark 8 Home

Although our review sample was sometimes clearly outperformed in the Cinebench test, it defeats Telcast's Tbook 10s in PCMark 8. However, Acer's Switch 3 with a much faster Intel Pentium N4200 takes a very large lead. Overall, working with Lenovo's IdeaPad Miix 320 is fun even if it involves an occasional moment of waiting. This cannot be seen as distracting since the SSD ensures a sufficient work speed.

PCMark 8 - Home Score Accelerated v2
Acer Switch 3 SW312-31-P5VG
HD Graphics 505, Pentium N4200, Hynix HCG4a2 64 GB
2066 Points +63%
Acer Switch V 10 SW5-017-196Q
HD Graphics (Cherry Trail), Z8350, 64 GB eMMC Flash
1520 Points +20%
Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 320-10ICR Pro LTE
HD Graphics 400 (Braswell), Z8350, SanDisk DF4128
1264 Points
Teclast Tbook 10s
HD Graphics (Cherry Trail), Z8350, 64 GB eMMC Flash
1088 Points -14%
PCMark 8 Home Score Accelerated v2
1264 points
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Storage Device

The operating system is stored on the 128 GB SSD by SanDisk. The measured performance is sooner below average. Even a fast hard drive can keep up with 127 MB/s (read) and 41 MB/s (write). The short access times that a conventional hard drive cannot reach are the only thing that speaks for the SSD. The user has approximately 80 GB of storage after deducting the preloaded operating system.

Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 320-10ICR Pro LTE
SanDisk DF4128
Acer Switch 3 SW312-31-P5VG
Hynix HCG4a2 64 GB
Acer Switch V 10 SW5-017-196Q
64 GB eMMC Flash
CrystalDiskMark 3.0
165%
85%
Read Seq
92.7
272.2
194%
153.9
66%
Write Seq
54.5
149.3
174%
101.1
86%
Read 512
68.6
231.6
238%
136.2
99%
Write 512
39.86
140
251%
91.5
130%
Read 4k
6.705
11.43
70%
12.58
88%
Write 4k
8.555
26.31
208%
12.38
45%
Read 4k QD32
32.71
30.39
-7%
23.81
-27%
Write 4k QD32
11.5
33.54
192%
33.93
195%
AS SSD
AS SSD
CrystalDiskMark 3.0
CrystalDiskMark 3.0
SanDisk DF4128
Sequential Read: 92.7 MB/s
Sequential Write: 54.5 MB/s
512K Read: 68.6 MB/s
512K Write: 39.86 MB/s
4K Read: 6.705 MB/s
4K Write: 8.555 MB/s
4K QD32 Read: 32.71 MB/s
4K QD32 Write: 11.5 MB/s

Graphics Card

3DMark 11
3DMark 11

Intel's HD Graphics 400 is responsible for video output. The integrated graphics unit clocks at 320 MHz to 640 MHz and supports the H.265 codec for unloading the CPU when playing videos. The small graphics card does not have enough power for playing games. Our Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 320 comes in last with just 297 points in 3DMark 11.

More information and benchmarks concerning Intel's HD Graphics 400 can be found here.

3DMark 11 - 1280x720 Performance GPU
Acer Switch 3 SW312-31-P5VG
Intel HD Graphics 505, Intel Pentium N4200
726 Points +144%
Acer Switch V 10 SW5-017-196Q
Intel HD Graphics (Cherry Trail), Intel Atom x5-Z8350
358 Points +21%
Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 320-10ICR Pro LTE
Intel HD Graphics 400 (Braswell), Intel Atom x5-Z8350
297 Points
3DMark 11 Performance
342 points
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Gaming Performance

Intel's HD Graphics 400 does not have enough power to render sophisticated 3D games smoothly. The small graphics card's performance is just enough for passing time with a basic browser game.

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BioShock Infinite (2013) 18.5 8.5

Emissions and Energy Management

System Noise

Lenovo's IdeaPad Miix 320 is completely passively cooled. Thus, there are no noise emissions and the device does its job absolutely noiselessly. Electronic noises were not audible from the casing even when data was being accessed.

Temperature

Stress test: Furmark+Prime95
Stress test: Furmark+Prime95

Despite the passive cooling unit, the casing does not get excessively hot. We measured the warmest point of 38.9°C on the rear.

Thanks to the low TDP of 4 watts that both the GPU and CPU have to share, Intel's Atom x5-Z835 processor clocks at an average of 533 MHz in the load test. We recorded 63°C as the little SoC's maximum temperature. This extreme scenario does not reflect everyday use and only shows whether the cooling design can cope with the demands.

Rerunning 3DMark 11 presented a similar outcome as a cold start.

Max. Load
 32.2 °C
90 F
31 °C
88 F
36.1 °C
97 F
 
 29.3 °C
85 F
30.4 °C
87 F
36.6 °C
98 F
 
 29.3 °C
85 F
30.1 °C
86 F
34.1 °C
93 F
 
Maximum: 36.6 °C = 98 F
Average: 32.1 °C = 90 F
35.2 °C
95 F
38.9 °C
102 F
28.3 °C
83 F
36 °C
97 F
29.9 °C
86 F
28.8 °C
84 F
34.6 °C
94 F
30 °C
86 F
29 °C
84 F
Maximum: 38.9 °C = 102 F
Average: 32.3 °C = 90 F
Power Supply (max.)  32.7 °C = 91 F | Room Temperature 23.4 °C = 74 F | FIRT 550-Pocket
(±) The average temperature for the upper side under maximal load is 32.1 °C / 90 F, compared to the average of 30.2 °C / 86 F for the devices in the class Convertible.
(+) The maximum temperature on the upper side is 36.6 °C / 98 F, compared to the average of 35.3 °C / 96 F, ranging from 19.6 to 55.7 °C for the class Convertible.
(+) The bottom heats up to a maximum of 38.9 °C / 102 F, compared to the average of 36.7 °C / 98 F
(+) In idle usage, the average temperature for the upper side is 27.7 °C / 82 F, compared to the device average of 30.2 °C / 86 F.
(+) The palmrests and touchpad are reaching skin temperature as a maximum (34.1 °C / 93.4 F) and are therefore not hot.
(-) The average temperature of the palmrest area of similar devices was 28.1 °C / 82.6 F (-6 °C / -10.8 F).
Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 320-10ICR Pro LTE
Z8350, HD Graphics 400 (Braswell)
Teclast Tbook 10s
Z8350, HD Graphics (Cherry Trail)
Lenovo Yoga Book Android YB1-X90F
Z8550, HD Graphics 400 (Braswell)
Acer Switch V 10 SW5-017-196Q
Z8350, HD Graphics (Cherry Trail)
Acer Switch 3 SW312-31-P5VG
Pentium N4200, HD Graphics 505
Apple MacBook 12 (Early 2016) 1.1 GHz
6Y30, HD Graphics 515
Heat
4%
11%
3%
-8%
-9%
Maximum Upper Side *
36.6
35.5
3%
29.2
20%
38
-4%
39.4
-8%
39
-7%
Maximum Bottom *
38.9
31.7
19%
31.3
20%
37.7
3%
38.6
1%
44
-13%
Idle Upper Side *
30
34.2
-14%
28.7
4%
29.6
1%
36.5
-22%
32
-7%
Idle Bottom *
29.6
27.1
8%
29.3
1%
26.5
10%
30.2
-2%
32
-8%

* ... smaller is better

Temperature development front (load)
Temperature development front (load)
Temperature development rear (load)
Temperature development rear (load)
Temperature development front (idle)
Temperature development front (idle)
Temperature development front (idle)
Temperature development front (idle)

Speakers

Speaker charakteristic
Speaker charakteristic

Two speakers are situated on the display's lower edge. Speech is well-intelligible although trebles and mids are prominent due to the compact build. Basses are muted completely and the settings in the Dolby Audio software do not change that. The maximum volume of almost 70 dB(A) distorts and overloads the playback unpleasantly. Users who want a first-rate sound experience will have to use an external player. The combined audio jack and HDMI port functioned without issues in the test.

dB(A) 0102030405060708090Deep BassMiddle BassHigh BassLower RangeMidsHigher MidsLower HighsMid HighsUpper HighsSuper Highs2030.929.830.92531.131.231.13130.930.430.94028.228.928.25029.129.429.16329.827.829.88027.825.927.810027.927.127.912530.624.930.616033.824.233.820031.322.531.325032.421.532.431543.720.743.74005920.25950060.719.260.763062.518.462.580059.518.159.5100065.717.565.712506517.265160068.817.568.8200068.717.368.725006917.369315068.417.668.4400065.117.665.1500063.717.763.763006117.961800062.31862.31000059.618.259.61250057.718.257.7160004918.349SPL77.830.177.8N38.81.438.8median 60.7median 18.2median 60.7Delta10.71.510.729.832.129.831.229.631.230.431.530.428.932.828.929.429.229.427.827.727.825.925.525.927.124.327.124.924.124.924.22424.222.525.922.521.526.921.520.733.720.720.239.820.219.239.119.218.450.418.418.159.118.117.56317.517.256.617.217.558.517.517.355.317.317.35817.317.658.817.617.656.317.617.754.917.717.957.817.91859.21818.256.318.218.249.118.218.342.318.330.169.730.11.423.91.4median 18.2median 54.9median 18.21.511.51.5hearing rangehide median Pink NoiseLenovo IdeaPad Miix 320-10ICR Pro LTEAcer Switch 3 SW312-31-P5VG
Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 320-10ICR Pro LTE audio analysis

(-) | not very loud speakers (69 dB)
Bass 100 - 315 Hz
(-) | nearly no bass - on average 27.4% lower than median
(±) | linearity of bass is average (8.2% delta to prev. frequency)
Mids 400 - 2000 Hz
(+) | balanced mids - only 3.8% away from median
(±) | linearity of mids is average (9.6% delta to prev. frequency)
Highs 2 - 16 kHz
(+) | balanced highs - only 3.8% away from median
(+) | highs are linear (4.2% delta to prev. frequency)
Overall 100 - 16.000 Hz
(±) | linearity of overall sound is average (25.8% difference to median)
Compared to same class
» 76% of all tested devices in this class were better, 5% similar, 19% worse
» The best had a delta of 6%, average was 21%, worst was 57%
Compared to all devices tested
» 75% of all tested devices were better, 5% similar, 19% worse
» The best had a delta of 4%, average was 25%, worst was 134%

Acer Switch 3 SW312-31-P5VG audio analysis

(-) | not very loud speakers (63 dB)
Bass 100 - 315 Hz
(-) | nearly no bass - on average 28.4% lower than median
(+) | bass is linear (5.1% delta to prev. frequency)
Mids 400 - 2000 Hz
(±) | reduced mids - on average 6.7% lower than median
(±) | linearity of mids is average (14.4% delta to prev. frequency)
Highs 2 - 16 kHz
(+) | balanced highs - only 2.4% away from median
(+) | highs are linear (5.6% delta to prev. frequency)
Overall 100 - 16.000 Hz
(-) | overall sound is not linear (33.2% difference to median)
Compared to same class
» 92% of all tested devices in this class were better, 1% similar, 7% worse
» The best had a delta of 6%, average was 21%, worst was 57%
Compared to all devices tested
» 91% of all tested devices were better, 1% similar, 8% worse
» The best had a delta of 4%, average was 25%, worst was 134%

Frequency diagram comparison (checkboxes above can be turned on/off!)

Power Consumption

All devices, including our review sample are very frugal. Lenovo's IdeaPad Miix 320 is happy with 3 to 6.4 watts when idling. We measured a maximum load power consumption of 11 watts. Our review sample presents the worst outcome compared with devices furnished with Intel's Atom processors. Nevertheless, Lenovo's IdeaPad Miix 320 is a very frugal convertible. The power supply's maximum output power of 20 watts is sufficient.

Power Consumption
Off / Standbydarklight 5.4 / 4 Watt
Idledarkmidlight 3 / 5.3 / 6.4 Watt
Load midlight 10.9 / 11 Watt
 color bar
Key: min: dark, med: mid, max: light        Metrahit Energy
Currently we use the Metrahit Energy, a professional single phase power quality and energy measurement digital multimeter, for our measurements. Find out more about it here. All of our test methods can be found here.
Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 320-10ICR Pro LTE
Z8350, HD Graphics 400 (Braswell), SanDisk DF4128, IPS, 1920x1200, 10.10
Teclast Tbook 10s
Z8350, HD Graphics (Cherry Trail), 64 GB eMMC Flash, IPS, 1920x1200, 10.10
Lenovo Yoga Book Android YB1-X90F
Z8550, HD Graphics 400 (Braswell), 64 GB eMMC Flash, IPS, 1920x1080, 10.10
Acer Switch V 10 SW5-017-196Q
Z8350, HD Graphics (Cherry Trail), 64 GB eMMC Flash, IPS, 1280x800, 10.10
Acer Switch 3 SW312-31-P5VG
Pentium N4200, HD Graphics 505, Hynix HCG4a2 64 GB, IPS, 1920x1200, 12.20
Power Consumption
18%
19%
1%
-62%
Idle Minimum *
3
1.46
51%
2.19
27%
2.9
3%
4.1
-37%
Idle Average *
5.3
5
6%
4.3
19%
5.3
-0%
9.3
-75%
Idle Maximum *
6.4
5.08
21%
4.37
32%
5.6
12%
9.8
-53%
Load Average *
10.9
9.57
12%
8.62
21%
10.9
-0%
18.9
-73%
Load Maximum *
11
10.77
2%
11.26
-2%
12
-9%
19
-73%

* ... smaller is better

Battery Runtime

Wi-Fi battery life
Wi-Fi battery life
Charging time
Charging time

The non-removable battery is sufficiently sized with 33.3 Wh. Our Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 320 shut down after 7:41 hours on one charged battery. The test was based on a script that opens different websites every 30 seconds and thus simulates Internet browsing. The "Balanced" energy profile is enabled, and the screen's brightness is set to approximately 150 cd/m², which means dimming the screen by 3 levels in this case.

Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 320-10ICR Pro LTE
Z8350, HD Graphics 400 (Braswell), 33.3 Wh
Teclast Tbook 10s
Z8350, HD Graphics (Cherry Trail),  Wh
Lenovo Yoga Book Android YB1-X90F
Z8550, HD Graphics 400 (Braswell), 32 Wh
Acer Switch V 10 SW5-017-196Q
Z8350, HD Graphics (Cherry Trail), 28.2 Wh
Acer Switch 3 SW312-31-P5VG
Pentium N4200, HD Graphics 505, 36 Wh
Battery Runtime
WiFi Websurfing
461
228
-51%
602
31%
493
7%
309
-33%
Battery Runtime
WiFi Websurfing (Edge 38.14393.1066.0)
7h 41min

Pros

+ stylish design
+ versatile
+ IPS panel (viewing angle stable and no clouding)
+ low weight
+ absolutely noiselss
+ LTE module
+ 128 GB SSD
+ good battery life

Cons

- highly reflective screen
- low brightness
- keyboard dock's wobbly tablet holder
- clattering touchpad
- non-backlit keyboard

Verdict

Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 320-10ICR Pro LTE courtesy of Cyberport.de
Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 320-10ICR Pro LTE courtesy of Cyberport.de

Lenovo's IdeaPad Miix 320 is a 10-inch convertible. The quad-core processor and 4 GB of working memory is sufficient for its intended purpose. However, buyers should keep in mind that the 459 Euro (~$350) device is not a premium-range machine. Consequently, short waiting times will occasionally be needed. The 128 GB SSD has enough capacity, but smaller versions are also offered. We would recommend customers to take a device with 128 GB of storage.

Lenovo's IdeaPad Miix 320 makes a very high-quality impression despite its low price. Thanks to the good choice of materials, the laptop still looks impeccable even after a while of use. The keyboard dock turns the tablet into a small laptop within seconds.

The convertible has to accept criticism primarily for its screen. The screen did not convince us with its brightness of just 244 cd/m². Also, the highly reflective surface is distracting and makes outdoor use virtually impossible. The insecure connection between tablet and keyboard dock that does not correspond to the good first impression after looking closer did not appeal to us. The manufacturer should rework this point in order to satisfy the appearance's quality claim into the smallest detail.

The input devices of Lenovo's IdeaPad Miix 320 leave us with mixed feelings. The keyboard actually offers a pleasing typing comfort - but it also lacks details here as a backlight should be standard these days!?

Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 320-10ICR Pro LTE - 07/26/2017 v6(old)
Sebastian Bade

Chassis
78 / 98 → 79%
Keyboard
82%
Pointing Device
85%
Connectivity
43 / 80 → 54%
Weight
74 / 35-78 → 92%
Battery
90%
Display
80%
Games Performance
32 / 68 → 46%
Application Performance
38 / 87 → 44%
Temperature
93%
Noise
100%
Audio
44 / 91 → 48%
Camera
51 / 85 → 59%
Average
68%
80%
Convertible - Weighted Average

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Sebastian Bade, 2017-08- 1 (Update: 2020-05-19)