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Rating 3.6 out of 5 stars with 1808 reviews

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  • Battery Life

    Rating 4.3 out of 5 stars

  • Speed

    Rating 3.2 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.0 out of 5 stars

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67%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers are enthusiastic about the Ideapad 1 14" laptop's ease of use, affordability, and impressive battery life, praising its portability and lightweight design. However, many users express concerns regarding its processing speed and limited RAM, finding the performance inadequate for demanding tasks. Some also mention challenges with boot times and storage capacity.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Lenovo

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This laptop is excellent for when you have to do work and when you have homework it helps you study and I recommend it for people who work in offices so they can do their work on this laptop.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Lenovo Product Expert
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      Hi, Lucgamer, thank you for choosing Lenovo! We are glad to hear that your IdeaPad has been excellent for your use, and we appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with us. Lenovo

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Would buy again

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I mean it’s 2026 and it’s still going strong. I’m using it to stream off of I like it like it.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Speed

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Gets the job done

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    Posted . Owned for 7 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It’s okay, let’s me do my work just fine but is slow.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Lenovo Product Expert
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      Hey, LEvono, thank you for choosing Lenovo! We recommend ensuring your system has the latest Windows updates available to help improve system performance. Other than that, we are glad to hear that your IdeaPad 1 has been fine for you, and we appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with us. Lenovo

  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Return order # BBY01-806905332987, #BBY01-8069053

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The item was not what I thought it was going to be. I have received authorization to return them. I talked to Paola in your Help Center on 2/7. She verified that BB knew there were 8 of them. Right now I'm travelling and will return them in the 1st week of March 2024...well before the 3/17/ deadline. Someone ftom Best Buy SHOULD CONTACT ME PRIOR TO 3/4/24 IF THERE IS A PROBLEM WITH THIS!!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Performance

    Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Budget-Friendly but Slow

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This budget laptop, priced at $149, offers affordability but struggles with slow performance. While it handles basic tasks, accessing essential applications, including the web browser, requires considerable patience due to occasional delays. If you’re seeking a low-cost option and can tolerate occasional sluggishness, this might suit your needs.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Performance

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Good laptop for less price

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It’s always price matter. For such a low price, we cannot expect high performance.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Price

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Purchase for College student

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Serve its purpose for the good price. Good for school work and minor work related stuff.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Speed

    Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    But something else!!!

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I bought this for my son for Christmas, it took forever to setup. After logging in, it took a long time for icons to appear. It's so slow, I tried to connect it to his tv, it kept timing out and never connected. He haven't used it since he set it up. The return date has passed for store, so I guess we are stuck with it.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Lenovo Product Expert
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      Hello, TraciL. We are sorry to hear that you have experienced an issue with your IdeaPad. This model is an entry level, light use system designed for singular, non-demanding tasks. Should you feel you are using the device for its intended use and still experiencing a performance issue, we recommend searching for and applying any available updates through Windows Update Settings. Also, ensure that your home Wi-Fi network is compatible with, and is capable of supplying your laptop with sufficient bandwidth to deliver the performance you desire for internet-based tasks. If after these steps your issue persists, we then recommend reaching out to Lenovo Tech Support at this number: 877-453-6686, and providing a representative with details of your issue, so that they may help by providing a solution for you. We appreciate you sharing your experience so that we may use it to continue to better our products and services for yourself and others. Lenovo

  • Cons mentioned:
    Speed

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Not bad

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Not bad but not good because its slow bit its worth if you trying to save up money

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Gets me by

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    Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Works decent for the price. Sometimes slow to load

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Price

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    AWESOME

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This thing is awesome! Black Friday deal for $149! My son is 14, his schools no longer issue physical textbooks so the students are required to have a laptop. This one has been amazing! If you’re looking for a good, reliable, cheap laptop, this is it!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good laptop

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Works great! Updates and keeps a long battery life!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Performance

    Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Kinda like a box of chocolates, you never know....

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    Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    After reading the reviews, it seemed they are all hit or miss as far as working as expected. I must have gotten a bad one. Never worked quite right out of the box, with similar issues to the other reviews. They store I went to didn't have a display to try out. There were no issues with the return and purchase of a better laptop.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Speed

    Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Missed Opportunity

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I bought this for my son for school. He says it runs so slow that he can't even use it for school because the videos are always buffering. Unfortunately he didn't tell me until well after the return window and I am not tech savvy enough to know how to make it faster so I'm just out $200. I did get it on sale.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Lenovo Product Expert
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      Hello, BrittneyI. We are sorry to hear that you have experienced an issue with your IdeaPad. To help remedy this, first, we recommend searching for and applying any available updates through Windows Update Settings. Also, ensure that your home Wi-Fi network is compatible with, and is capable of supplying your laptop with sufficient bandwidth to deliver the performance you desire for internet-based tasks. If after these steps your issue persists, we then recommend reaching out to Lenovo Tech Support at this number: 877-453-6686, and providing a representative with details of your issue, so that they may help by providing a solution for you. We appreciate you sharing your experience so that we may use it to continue to better our products and services for yourself and others. Lenovo

  • Cons mentioned:
    Speed

    Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    A huge miss

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    Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Man is this thing slow. The display is awful too. I only bought this because I needed an emergency backup laptop. I would never consider this to be a functional long-term laptop for anyone.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Lenovo Product Expert
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      Hello, Azdesert92. We are sorry to hear that you have experienced an issue with your IdeaPad. This model is an entry level, light use system designed for singular, non-demanding tasks. Should you feel you are using the device for its intended use and still experiencing a performance issue, we recommend searching for and applying any available updates through Windows Update Settings. Also, ensure that your home Wi-Fi network is compatible with, and is capable of supplying your laptop with sufficient bandwidth to deliver the performance you desire for internet-based tasks. If after these steps your issue persists, we then recommend reaching out to Lenovo Tech Support at this number: 877-453-6686, and providing a representative with details of your issue, so that they may help by providing a solution for you. We appreciate you sharing your experience so that we may use it to continue to better our products and services for yourself and others. Lenovo

  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    LOVE THIS LAPTOP!

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I got this laptop a month ago and still haven’t needed to charge it. Hands down the absolute best battery with any device I’ve ever used. Super fast, great for my college work.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Lenovo Product Expert
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      Hi, JessicaA, thank you for choosing Lenovo! We are glad to hear that you are loving your IdeaPad, and we appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with us. Lenovo

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Happy Kid on Christmas!

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    My grandson loves his new computer!!! It has great specs and slim design is perfect for easy travel!!!! He loved his computer so much we didn’t hear a pep out of him on Christmas!!! Lol thanks Best Buy for an awesome computer and a great price!!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Lenovo laptop

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I purchased this laptop for my niece to complete school work on. This is my second laptop from them. I have one as well and had it for a couple years. This is good for school work not enough dogs to do a lot of downloads unless you going to buy an hard drive to connect to it. Overall good for what we do with it.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Speed

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Decent

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Computer is a bit on the slow side. But it does what I need it to do.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Speed

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Alright.thanks

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The laptop processing is sometimes laggy. Does all necessary functions.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend