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Rating 4.3 out of 5 stars with 1316 reviews

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    Rating 4.5 out of 5 stars

  • Speed

    Rating 3.9 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.3 out of 5 stars

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85%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers are enthusiastic about the Ideapad 1i's affordability, ease of use, and performance. Many appreciate its lightweight and compact design, along with good battery life. However, some users point to limitations in storage and RAM as drawbacks. Concerns were also raised regarding the screen quality and touchpad responsiveness.

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  • Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Cool

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    Posted . Owned for 6 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Needed something just to us to for the internet. Overall got what I needed it.

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

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    This is reasonable.

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

    This is definitely a budget laptop, very slow for the price point.

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

    Neutral

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

    It's a good basic computer. For what I needed they have the proper software speed and it works well.

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

    My review

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

    It’s a good laptop even though it takes its time to power on but other than works well as it should

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

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Basic

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

    I had some issues with setting it up. The price was reasonable.

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

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Computer

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

    Slow but workw fine and is reliable sometimes depending on internet

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Lenovo Product Expert
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      This entry-level, Lenovo IdeaPad 1i 14 Laptop is meant for light workloads. It ships with the entry-level, 2-Core Intel Celeron N4020 Processor, with 4GB DDR4-2400MHz RAM soldered to the motherboard and is not upgradeable. This entry-level IdeaPad 1i 14 uses WiFi-6, 2x2 802.11ax frequency WiFi, which is also backward compatible to older a/b/g/n/ac frequency WiFi. We always recommend you check the requirements and compatibility of any software you will be installing on your new computer, before you invest in any computer. Be sure your new computer can support the software you will need to use and your workload. Lenovo

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Small Price, Great Device!

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

    Needed an inexpensive laptop for guitar effect pedal editing, and this was perfect! Since I'm not using it for anything else, the Celeron chip and small memory didn't matter -

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

    Happy with this

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

    I’m pretty happy with this giving this to my husband for Christmas he needs it for football fantasy and to connect to printer old one can’t close and doesn’t have driver for printer

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Lenovo Product Expert
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      Thank you for choosing the entry-level, Lenovo IdeaPad 1i 14 Laptop for your husband. We are pleased to hear that this entry-level, IdeaPad 1i 14 meets your husband's computing needs so well. We always recommend you check the requirements and compatibility of any software you will be installing on your new computer, before you invest in any computer. Be sure your new computer can support the software you will need to use and your workload. Lenovo

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Lenova

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

    This is a great laptop very small. It has a good battery. Easy to use. Can’t go bad with the brand Lenova pretty good. I recommend it if you need a small laptop at the gift.

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

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Cheapest Laptop great for begginers

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

    Needed extra device, pretty basic definitly worth the price.

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

    Bang for your Buck!!

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

    This budget laptop has everything you need for web browsing and other basic tasks, it also boasts an SD slot to expand the storage. I have also streamed video with no problem!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    my nightmare

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

    No good, could not completely shut down from the 1'st day I used, and after 6 months it was hard to connect to the internet, 8 months broke, dead, useless. waste my $106. I want full refund. It was the poorest performance since I use computer. I hope only me have this kind of problem.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Browser Response

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

    Its very slow when using chrome browser and 40 gb space consumed by default system apps.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Lenovo Product Expert
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      We are sorry to hear that you have had a poor experience with our product. The Lenovo IdeaPad 1i 14, model number 82V6S00000, is an entry level, light use system with an Intel Celeron N4020 processor, with a base speed of 1.1GHz and a boost speed of up to 2.8GHz, 4GB of RAM and a 64GB eMMC drive, for quick access to files and programs. 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. This Lenovo IdeaPad 1i 14 is not meant for multi-tasking or demanding programs. It is good for utilizing built-in and compatible applications available in the Microsoft App store and light internet browsing. We recommend you check the requirements and compatibility of any software you will be installing on your computer or know what specifications and features you need to effectively complete various workflows and tasks if being use for work, education, or personal use before you invest in any computer. Lenovo

  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    good for wfh

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

    good for wfm basic laptop i dont like windows security being default and a windows live account

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Lenovo Product Expert
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      Thank you for choosing the entry-level, Lenovo IdeaPad 1i 14 Laptop, model number 82V6S00000. This entry-level IdeaPad 1i 14 ships with the Windows 11 S-Mode, 64-bit Operating System installed. Windows 11 S-Mode provides added security by only allowing APPs available ( and therefore certified by Microsoft) at the Microsoft Store. If you don't need the added security or you need to install APPs not available at the Microsoft Store, you can switch to standard Windows 11 Home 64-bit Operating System, at no additional cost. We always recommend you check the requirements and compatibility of any software you will be installing on your new computer, before you invest in any computer. Be sure your new computer can support the software you will need to use and your workload. Lenovo

  • Pros mentioned:
    Price

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    So so

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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 good for price . Son uses for school nothing else .

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

    Rated 3 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.

    A bit slow and freezes up at times when viewing videos.

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

    Great basic laptop

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

    Great inexpensive laptop. Does everything I need a laptop for. Web surfing, videos, email, etc. Runs Windows 11 and Office 365 personal with no problem. Highly recommend!

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Lenovo Product Expert
      Posted .

      Thank you for choosing the entry-level, Lenovo IdeaPad 1i 14 laptop. This entry-level model ships with Windows 11 S-Mode, 64-bit Operating System installed. Windows 11 S-Mode provides added security by only allowing APPs available ( and therefore certified by Microsoft) at the Microsoft Store. If you don't need the added security or you need to install APPs not available at the Microsoft Store, you can switch to standard Windows 11 Home 64-bit Operating System, at no additional cost. There is also a free 1-year subscription to Microsoft Office 365, Personal included. We are pleased to hear that this entry-level, Lenovo IdeaPad 1i 14 Laptop meets your computing needs so well. We always recommend you check the requirements and compatibility of any software you will be installing on your new computer, before you invest in any computer. Be sure your new computer can support the software you will need to use and your workload. Lenovo

  • Pros mentioned:
    Price

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Worth what you pay for it.

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

    Great price but not much else, good basic Windows laptop.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Lenovo Product Expert
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      This entry-level, Lenovo IdeaPad 1i 14 Laptop is a light workload configuration, that ships with Windows 11 S-Mode, 64-bit Operating System installed. Windows 11 S-Mode provides added security by only allowing APPs available ( and therefore certified by Microsoft) at the Microsoft Store. If you don't need the added security or you need to install APPs not available at the Microsoft Store, you can switch to standard Windows 11 Home 64-bit Operating System, at no additional cost. We always recommend you check the requirements and compatibility of any software you will be installing on your new computer, before you invest in any computer. Be sure your new computer can support the software you will need to use and your workload. Lenovo

  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great budget laptop

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

    Great price and is fast for basic stuff like browsing, watching YouTube and homework.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Lenovo Product Expert
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      Thank you for choosing the entry-level, Lenovo IdeaPad 1i 14. This Lenovo IdeaPad 1i 14 Laptop is an entry-level, light workload configuration. We always recommend you check the requirements and compatibility of any software you will be installing on your new computer, before you invest in any computer. Be sure your new computer can support the software you will need to use and your workload. Lenovo

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Laptop

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

    Excellent laptop for a student or someone who needs a dependable fast all purpose general use (word, excel, shopping online, virtual meetings, etc, etc) laptop.

    I would recommend this to a friend