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Rating 3.6 out of 5 stars with 1808 reviews

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    Rating 4.3 out of 5 stars

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    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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  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Not a heavy user

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

    For what it is used for, which is mainly a few fashion games and email, it works great.

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

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    The Best Store In the Metro Area.

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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.

    Best buy on metcalf is the Rocking Store!!!! The best customer service, and always has what I need in stock. Great job ladies and gentlemen.

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

    Amazing Laptop

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    Posted . Owned for 11 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Amazing Laptop, enough power for my daily office work

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Lenovo Product Expert
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      Hi AlejandroP, thanks for choosing Lenovo! We're thrilled to hear that your IdeaPad has been amazing for you, and we really appreciate you sharing your experience and feedback with us. Lenovo

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great

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

    It works great, for the needs i use it for when doing a work report.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Lenovo Product Expert
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      Hey, JulioC, thank you for choosing Lenovo! We are glad to hear that your IdeaPad works great for you and your needs, and we appreciate you taking the time to share your perspective with us. Lenovo

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    My Daughter is going to love this!!!

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

    Super excited for my 10 year old to get this for Christmas! Quality for the cost is on point!!! Awesome 1st lap top for a kid for sure!!!!

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

    Laptop

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

    This computer help mostly for my schooling and the features is amazing!!!!! I love it and I would highly recommend anyone to get it.

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

    Lenovo

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

    I have been enjoying the laptop since purchase I can say it serves me with what I need

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Lenovo Product Expert
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      Hi, Jonzie, thank you for choosing Lenovo! We are glad to hear that you have been enjoying your IdeaPad and that it meets your needs. We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with us. Lenovo

  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Lenovo

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

    Can not hook up to the internet. Trying to return. Don't buy!

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Lenovo Product Expert
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      Hey, DawnC. We are sorry to hear that you are having trouble with your IdeaPad. To try to resolve this, here’s a link to a Lenovo Support webpage (https://support.lenovo.com/us/en/videos/vid100753-trouble-connecting-to-the-internet-or-a-wireless-network) with troubleshooting steps and a video to aid in fixing this problem. If you issue persists after taking these steps, we recommend contacting Lenovo Support directly here: 877-453-6686, to work with a representative who may provide a solution. We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with us. Lenovo

  • Cons mentioned:
    Speed

    Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    This is the worst computer I have ever used

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    Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Quite literally 30 seconds to open folders or navigate menus. It is unusable.

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

    Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Horrible Very slow

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

    Horrible, don't waste your time or money, it is very very slow, it takes up to 5 minutes to open anything no matter how simple it is

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Lenovo Product Expert
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      Hello, FranciscojavierE. We are sorry to hear that you have experienced an issue with your IdeaPad. As a disclaimer, this model is an entry level, light use system. This model ships with Windows 11 Home in S-Mode Operating System, a more secure, lighter version of the Windows 11 Operating System due to the computer’s entry level specifications. Should you feel you are using the device for its intended use and have the Wi-Fi performance needed for speedy load times, and are still experiencing a performance issue, we recommend reaching out to Lenovo Tech Support and providing a representative with details of your issue, so that they may help by providing a solution for you. Here is a phone number to speak with a tech support representative to further resolve your issue: 877-453-6686. 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

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best pit of box laptop

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

    Great computer to have already been opened/used. Did an update when I got it and has been moving so quick and good!! Love it

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    My Lenovo laptop review

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

    Although I can do my work up there, the quality of this laptop is low with a fuzzy screen resolution. It’s solid for the price but I feel like this laptop could’ve been better!

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Lenovo Product Expert
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      Hello, Donovan. We are sorry to hear that your IdeaPad has fallen short of your expectations. This model is an entry level system. We recommend all who are in search of a computing solution, that they review the features, design, and specifications of any device and select what aligns best with their needs and preferences to help ensure you find the right fit 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 1 out of 5 stars

    $100 laptop

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

    Was verry slow but worked. It would be good for maybe typing a eord document. But compared to my macbook it did. It perform well at all.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Lenovo Product Expert
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      Hello, Keyster. We are sorry to hear that you have experienced an issue with your IdeaPad, leading to you possibly returning it. In the future, should you need help with our products, we recommend contacting Lenovo Support. When looking for your next computing solution, we also recommend that you review the features, design, and specifications of any device and select what aligns best with their needs and preferences to help ensure you find the right fit 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

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Satisfied

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

    I really like this product, i use it everyday and the representative who helped me was very nice and helpful

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

    Lenovo laptop

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    Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The laptop runs so smooth and good viewing quality

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Lenovo Product Expert
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      Hi TraC, thanks for choosing Lenovo! We're thrilled to hear that IdeaPad is working smoothly for you, and we really appreciate you sharing your experience and feedback with us. Lenovo

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Happy with my Lenovo 1 14" 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 have another Lenovo 1 14" Laptop that is a GREAT laptop. When considering another laptop, there was no decision to make!!!!!

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

    Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    slooww

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    Posted . Owned for 8 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    very slow. camera function will not work. very frustating.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Lenovo Product Expert
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      Hello, ChrissyC. We are sorry to hear that you have experienced issues with your IdeaPad. To try to resolve these issues, we recommend searching for and applying any available updates through Windows Update Settings. Regarding the camera, here's a link to a Microsoft webpage (https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/camera-doesn-t-work-in-windows-32adb016-b29c-a928-0073-53d31da0dad5) that shares troubleshooting steps to attempt a fix. If after these steps your issues persist, 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

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Product

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

    I love this laptop its works really well. I recommend buying!!

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Lenovo Product Expert
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      Hey, Cece, thank you for choosing Lenovo! We are glad to hear that you are loving your IdeaPad 1, and we appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with us. Lenovo

  • Cons mentioned:
    Performance

    Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Would not buy again

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

    This laptop is ok for a child. However, there is limited space and it freezes often.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Lenovo Product Expert
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      Hello, LatoyaH. 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 reaching out to Lenovo Tech Support and providing a representative with details of your issue, so that they may help by providing a solution for you. Here is a phone number to speak with a tech support representative who may help resolve your issue: 877-453-6686. 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

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Good Laptop

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

    Good Laptop with a very reasonable price. Fast availability for pickup. Came a day earlier than promised which was a plus.

    I would recommend this to a friend