IdeaPad Slim 3 Chromebook 14 Inch FHD Laptop - (MediaTek Kompanio 520, 8GB RAM, 128GB eMMC, ChromeOS) - Abyss Blue

This was very easy to set up and sync with my mobile phone, the set up was a doddle and I'm really impressed with the specs and overall quality of the screen , very colourful and vivid , clear FHD screen. I find it perfect for watching YouTube or browsing the Internet, but it also comes in handy for work , it's very portable and streamlined, it's easy to take with me anywhere and I love te slim design. I had it set up to my canon printer with ease in no time at all, I can transfer pictures and data from my mobile phone easily too , it also has find my phone option if needed. I think it's an excellent option for a budget laptop, it actually looks more of a mid range laptop , it looks stylish and well made and a popping FHD display. I've found the performance of the laptop really good so far, I've had no problems with the set up or connectivity of it , it's been a doddle to use and set up.

Needed to replace an old Chromebook that had served me well for 4 years but the battery was diminishing and the cursor pad was also a bit naff. So I had a look for a replacement and found this Lenovo chromebook and it is a really nice bit of kit, the Media Tek Kampanio520 with 8GB of RAM is fantastic at this price point and it is a definite improvement on my previous Chromebook in terms of speed and usability..This Lenovo Chromebook is perfect for everyday browsing, e-mails, etc. but it also has great sound via the front facing speakers.. If you are looking for a reasonably priced Chromebook that works really well, then definitely give this one some serious consideration....

Easy setup, a real pleasure to receive and set up in conjunction with my phone. They worked together perfectly, I was seriously impressed - this is how software should be. Good performance. Long battery life. Light weight and very pleasant to look at in this blue colour. Fast charging with the supplied charger, or charge for a few hours with any low power USB charger for convenience. Very fast boot-up. Always recovers from sleep mode as soon as you open the lid. My use-case is well catered for. Web radio streaming, occasional research on the Internet, plus WhatsApp and a few other Android apps. It's quite wonderful to be able to use Android apps on chromeOS. Most seem to work fine, with a few differences compared to their behaviour on a pure Android device. My particular banking app is not supported, this is the only disappointment for me here. Keyboard is fine, mine arrived with a UK layout instead of the USA layout shown. So that was pleasing. I thought I'd need to use an external mouse but the touch-pad is perfectly adequate. Scrolling with two fingertips is actually fun. The speakers sound ok for their size. Nice stereo effect, though of course they lack both bass and top-end treble. Audio output through the proper old-fashioned 3.5mm jack is wonderful. Unlike on many devices, the bass and treble are not rolled-off. So it is full bandwidth, high quality sound. Negligible digital noise to spoil the audio. I use it constantly for internet radio streaming and it's great. Drops a star for the LCD screen, which is something of an embarrassment. I had to use the colour management settings to bring up the red tones, choose browser themes carefully and select permanent night mode. After that I had adequate contrast and fair colours, though only if you tilt the screen well back. Otherwise it is washed-out. So, a good-value machine with great all-round performance but a poor LCD. Recommended if you don't mind experimenting with colour settings etc to sort out the weak screen.

This review is for the MediaTek Kompanio 520, 8GB RAM, 128GB eMMC version. I recently acquired two new computers: a high-end, all-singing, all-dancing Lenovo with an OLED screen, 1TB of storage, and 32GB of RAM for my work, and this sleek little Chromebook as a secondary, lightweight companion. My decision to buy the Chromebook was prompted by observing its significant market presence, I noticed that approximately 20% of laptops listed by major retailers were Chromebooks. Given the lack of traditional advertising, I realized this massive growth must be fueled by positive word-of-mouth, which led me to research the devices myself. After watching a few YouTube reviews, I was convinced, and I am now the owner of this nifty machine. Design, Portability, and Initial Setup The portability of this laptop is truly exceptional. Weighing in at just 1.3 kilos, it is incredibly lightweight, you can easily pick it up by the corner with one hand. It is so light that I hardly notice it resting on my knees. This low mass also means it's unlikely to sustain serious damage from a typical drop. Beyond the weight, the user experience is incredibly relaxed: the device is silent in operation, having no fan and no moving parts, and produces only a feeling of gentle warmth underneath, even after an hour of continuous use. Chrome OS itself has been a revelation. The setup process was automated and took barely 15 minutes by simply connecting it to my Android phone. I immediately found myself in a familiar desktop environment, signed in, with my Gmail, Photos app, and Google Docs instantly accessible. The learning curve is shallow; while some minor differences exist compared to Windows, the system is intuitive, making the transition an absolute breeze. Unlike my experience with Windows, this Chromebook has required zero troubleshooting. Performance, Battery, and Security The battery life is outstanding. After 12 hours of use on a dark winter's day (meaning low screen brightness), the laptop still retained over 40% of its charge. This level of endurance makes it perfect for all-day use away from a power outlet. Regarding performance, please take note of one critical piece of advice: I advise you to buy the 8GB model. Chrome OS alone can utilize over 3GB of memory, which will quickly lead to performance bottlenecks. The 8GB model is essential, as it provides roughly 5GB of usable memory, allowing you to comfortably run multiple browser tabs, an email client, the photos app, and several other applications simultaneously without slowdown. For security, there is no need to worry about installing third-party antivirus software, as Google has built-in robust protections. Furthermore, if you've heard that you can't install Linux or Android apps on an ARM chip (like the MediaTek found in this model), those claims are incorrect. I have successfully installed both with ease, following Google's own simple instructions. Hardware and Longevity While onboard speakers are often a weak point on laptops, these are noticeably better than I anticipated. The build quality is excellent. Crucially, Google has committed to supporting Chrome OS on this machine for 10 years after its introduction, which should extend support well into 2033 (please verify the specific model's end-of-life date yourself!). Even after the updates cease, the machine should remain usable for some time. Now for the screen: it uses TN panel technology. While this is an older technology and certainly won't impress those accustomed to high-end displays like my new OLED, it is perfectly usable, bright enough, and I am more than happy with it for what I need. The TN panel is a key reason, along with the arm chip, for the lower power consumption and the lightweight design, making it an acceptable trade-off. Final Verdict For my intended uses of shopping, banking, social media, and emails, this has been an exceptional purchase. I wholeheartedly recommend this Chromebook, especially the 8GB model, for older people, the very young, and anyone who simply wants to get things done without the fuss and maintenance required by Windows. It’s a low-effort, high-reward device. Five Stars.

It does what it should do