Lenovo Ideapad A1 VD21EGE
Specifications
Tablet/MID
Processor
Texas Instruments OMAP 3622 1 x 1 GHz, Cortex A8
Graphics adapter
Memory
512 MB
, LP-DDR
Display
7.00 inch 16:10, 1024 x 600 pixel, capacitive multi-touchscreen, glossy: yes
Storage
2 GB NAND Flash, 2 GB
, 16 GB
Connections
1 (Micro) USB 2.0, Audio Connections: 3.5 mm, Card Reader: micro SD
Networking
802.11 b/g/n (b/g/n = Wi-Fi 4/), Bluetooth 2.1+EDR
Size
height x width x depth (in mm): 196 x 124 x 13 ( = 7.72 x 4.88 x 0.51 in)
Battery
Lithium-Ion, 3550mAh
Operating System
Android 2.3
Camera
Webcam: front: 0.3MP, rear: 3MP
Additional features
12 Carry - In Months Warranty
Weight
400 g ( = 14.11 oz / 0.88 pounds) ( = 0 oz / 0 pounds)
Price
199 Euro
Price comparison
Average Score:
Average of 3 scores (from 3 reviews)
Average of 3 scores (from 3 reviews)
price: - %, performance: 19%, features: 35%, display: 64% mobility: 95%, workmanship: 85%, ergonomy: 61%, emissions: 97%
Reviews for the Lenovo Ideapad A1 VD21EGE
Review Lenovo Ideapad A1 Tablet | Notebookcheck
Solid entry-level tablet? The new Lenovo IdeaPad Tablet A1 was announced a long time ago but it was first available at the beginning of December. The A1 is a 7 inch entry-level tablet and is currently sold for €199 RRP. Is it just an oversized smartphone (without phone functions) or an undersized tablet? How Lenovo's new "penny pincher" fares will be rated based on our conclusive test criteria in the following review.
Solid entry-level tablet? The new Lenovo IdeaPad Tablet A1 was announced a long time ago but it was first available at the beginning of December. The A1 is a 7 inch entry-level tablet and is currently sold for €199 RRP. Is it just an oversized smartphone (without phone functions) or an undersized tablet? How Lenovo's new "penny pincher" fares will be rated based on our conclusive test criteria in the following review.
Lenovo IdeaPad Tablet A1
Source: PC Mag
Archive.org version
If you're sold on the 7-inch form factor and want an affordable, capable tablet, the Kindle Fire or the Nook Tablet, which is now available in an 8GB version for $199, are better (and less-expensive) bets. Below-average performance, an older OS, and a subpar screen make the A1 a tough sell.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 02/29/2012
Rating: Total score: 50%
Source: PC Mag
Archive.org versionIf you're sold on the 7-inch form factor and want an affordable, capable tablet, the Kindle Fire or the Nook Tablet, which is now available in an 8GB version for $199, are better (and less-expensive) bets. Below-average performance, an older OS, and a subpar screen make the A1 a tough sell.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 02/29/2012
Rating: Total score: 50%
Lenovo’s affordable Ideapad A1 put to the test
Source: Fudzilla Archive.org version
In the end, it is really a matter of personal choice. If you are on a tight budget, the A1 will do the job. Also, if you prefer storage or GPS functionality over performance, particularly in games, it also makes sense. Basically, if you are interested, make sure you go down to your local shop and see the screen in action before you reach for your wallet. Maybe it’s just me, some people might not mind the limited viewing angles as much as I do. On another note, the A1 seems like the perfect choice for kids, too. It is dirt cheap, robust, it has a couple of cameras to play around with and it is available in white, pink and blue.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 02/26/2012
Source: Fudzilla
Archive.org versionIn the end, it is really a matter of personal choice. If you are on a tight budget, the A1 will do the job. Also, if you prefer storage or GPS functionality over performance, particularly in games, it also makes sense. Basically, if you are interested, make sure you go down to your local shop and see the screen in action before you reach for your wallet. Maybe it’s just me, some people might not mind the limited viewing angles as much as I do. On another note, the A1 seems like the perfect choice for kids, too. It is dirt cheap, robust, it has a couple of cameras to play around with and it is available in white, pink and blue.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 02/26/2012
Lenovo IdeaPad A1 Review
Source: Laptop Mag Archive.org version
At $249, the IdeaPad A1 is one of the least expensive full-fledged Android tablets you can buy. The build quality is certainly better than other budget slates we've tested from Ainovo, Archos, and Pandigital--and the battery life is strong. However, in too many ways you get what you paid for with a dull screen, sluggish single-core performance, and an outdated OS. Hardware hackers looking to improve the experience by rooting the IdeaPad A1 and installing a more up-to-date version of Android may find this device a bargain, but most others would be better off with the less expensive Kindle Fire, similarly priced Nook Tablet, or pricier but more powerful Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.0 Plus.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 02/24/2012
Rating: Total score: 50%
Source: Laptop Mag
Archive.org versionAt $249, the IdeaPad A1 is one of the least expensive full-fledged Android tablets you can buy. The build quality is certainly better than other budget slates we've tested from Ainovo, Archos, and Pandigital--and the battery life is strong. However, in too many ways you get what you paid for with a dull screen, sluggish single-core performance, and an outdated OS. Hardware hackers looking to improve the experience by rooting the IdeaPad A1 and installing a more up-to-date version of Android may find this device a bargain, but most others would be better off with the less expensive Kindle Fire, similarly priced Nook Tablet, or pricier but more powerful Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.0 Plus.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 02/24/2012
Rating: Total score: 50%
Comment
PowerVR SGX530:
These graphics cards are not suited for Windows 3D games. Office and Internet surfing however is possible.
» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Graphics Cards and the corresponding Benchmark List.
OMAP 3622: » Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Processsors.
