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Rating 4 out of 5 stars with 523 reviews

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    Rating 3.4 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 2.7 out of 5 stars

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81%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers are impressed with the IdeaPad S145's affordability, ease of use, lightweight design, and compact size. Many appreciate its sufficient storage for everyday tasks, although some experienced slow performance and limited RAM. Concerns were also raised regarding the battery life and the inability to upgrade the RAM or hard drive. Overall, the laptop is considered a good value for basic computing needs.

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  • Cons mentioned:
    Speed

    Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Good price

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

    Good price but using it takes so long to navigate it’s really slow I ultimately wouldn’t recommend this

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Lenovo Product Expert
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      The Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15 laptop is a mid-level, moderate use configuration, with its AMD A6-9225 processor. This Dual-Core processor has a base speed of 2.6GHz and a boost speed of up to 3.0GHz. This configuration has 4GB of RAM. It is good with Microsoft Office type programs, internet browsing and other moderate work. This computer will boot from off to the Windows 10 desktop in less than 40-seconds. This model ships with Windows 10 S-Mode. Windows 10 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 10 Home 64-bit Operating System, at no additional cost. Lenovo

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    V. Martin

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

    This Laptop Is A Super Buy and if you Purchase It, You will not be disappointed.

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

    Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Not good at all.

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    Posted . Owned for 9 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Its says good configurations but it's very slow. I bought it new but it still very slow.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • 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.

    Actually a birthday gift for my daughter that fits well with her age and easy enough for her to use. No complaints

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Laptop

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

    This is the perfect laptop that I bought for a friend. He is new to using a laptop and it was very easy for him to use.

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

    Great for college students

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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 pretty solid laptop fast,easy to use ,and solid design. Great for doing school work or even watching movies.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Lenovo Product Expert
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      Thank you for choosing the Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15 laptop. This is a mid-level, moderate use configuration, with its AMD A6-9225 processor. This Dual-Core processor has a base speed of 2.6GHz and a boost speed of up to 3.0GHz. This configuration has 4GB of RAM. It is good with Microsoft Office type programs, internet browsing and other moderate work. This model ships with Windows 10 S-Mode Operating System. Windows 10 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 10 Home 64-bit Operating System, at no additional cost. Lenovo

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great laptop for beginners

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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 2 of these laptop for my 2 boys. Very fast, doesnt lag and They love it. Haven't got one complained from them.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Lenovo Product Expert
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      Thank you for choosing the Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15 laptop for your children. We are pleased to hear that the performance of the IdeaPad S145-15 meets the computing needs of your children so well. This is a mid-level, moderate use configuration, with its AMD A6-9225 processor. This Dual-Core processor has a base speed of 2.6GHz and a boost speed of up to 3.0GHz. This configuration has 4GB of RAM. It is good with Microsoft Office type programs, internet browsing and other moderate work. This model ships with Windows 10 S-Mode Operating System. Windows 10 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 10 Home 64-bit Operating System, at no additional cost. Lenovo

  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    TURTTLE COMPUTER

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

    MY OPINION THIS CUMPUTER IT'S BERRY SLOW I DON'T LIKE IN THE FUTURE I PLANED TO BUY SANTTEN DIFERENT SORRY GUY'S

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Laptop

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

    I have not used much-because it does not have enough USB ports only 2. I would recommend but I would advise that it only has 2 ports

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Lenovo Product Expert
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      The Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15 laptop, model number 81N3005LUS ships with three standard USB ports. One standard USB 2.0 version and two standard USB 3.0 ports. Lenovo

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Laptop

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

    Great purchase for a Laptop My wife loves it Takes it with her everywhere

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

    computers

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

    My husband I bought two computers . The tech support is great they helped twice and answered all our questions.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Lenovo Product Expert
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      Thank you for choosing the Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15 laptop for you and your husband. This is a mid-level, moderate use configuration, with its AMD A6-9225 processor. This Dual-Core processor has a base speed of 2.6GHz and a boost speed of up to 3.0GHz. This configuration has 4GB of RAM. It is good with Microsoft Office type programs, internet browsing and other moderate work. This model ships with Windows 10 S-Mode Operating System. Windows 10 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 10 Home 64-bit Operating System, at no additional cost. Lenovo

  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Not a fan of Windows 10 in S mode.

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

    I shouldn't have bought a computer with a platform (Windows 10 in S mode) I wasn't familiar with. Reminds me of Windows ME.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Lenovo Product Expert
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      This model ships with Windows 10 S-Mode Operating System. Windows 10 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 10 Home 64-bit Operating System, at no additional cost. Here is a link to instructions for switching from Windows 10 S-Mode to Windows 10 Home:  https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/help/4456067/windows-10-switch-out-of-s-mode Lenovo

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Easy to use

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

    Got this for my daughter to replace her broken laptop. Added more memory but was fast enough out of the box.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Lenovo Product Expert
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      Thank you for choosing the Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15 laptop for your daughter. Please keep in mind, This model is not user upgradable. A certified technician must do all of the work, so as to not void the warranty. This is a mid-level, moderate use configuration, with its AMD A6-9225 processor. This Dual-Core processor has a base speed of 2.6GHz and a boost speed of up to 3.0GHz. This configuration has 4GB of RAM. It is good with Microsoft Office type programs, internet browsing and other moderate work. This model ships with Windows 10 S-Mode Operating System. Windows 10 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 10 Home 64-bit Operating System, at no additional cost. Lenovo

  • Cons mentioned:
    Performance

    Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Very slow

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

    I am disappointed with my purchase. This laptop is very sluggish. I do not recommend.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Lenovo Product Expert
      Posted .

      This is a mid-level, moderate use configuration, with its AMD A6-9225 processor. This Dual-Core processor has a base speed of 2.6GHz and a boost speed of up to 3.0GHz. This configuration has 4GB of RAM. It is good with Microsoft Office type programs, internet browsing and other moderate work. This model ships with Windows 10 S-Mode Operating System. Windows 10 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 10 Home 64-bit Operating System, at no additional cost. Lenovo

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    great lap top

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

    Anthony Greek Squad was especially helpful, He explained everything and got me started on my new lap top.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Lenovo Product Expert
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      Thank you for choosing the Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15 laptop. This is a mid-level, moderate use configuration, with its AMD A6-9225 processor. This Dual-Core processor has a base speed of 2.6GHz and a boost speed of up to 3.0GHz. This configuration has 4GB of RAM. It is good with Microsoft Office type programs, internet browsing and other moderate work. This model ships with Windows 10 S-Mode Operating System. Windows 10 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 10 Home 64-bit Operating System, at no additional cost. Lenovo

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Solid laptop

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

    Bought for small business. Works really well, not a ton of frills but does everything I need it to.

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

    Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Slow. You are better of paying money for a real la

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

    Way too slow for even internet browsing. Spend the money for a laptop that works.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Lenovo Product Expert
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      This is a mid-level, moderate use configuration, with its AMD A6-9225 processor. This Dual-Core processor has a base speed of 2.6GHz and a boost speed of up to 3.0GHz. This configuration has 4GB of RAM. It is good with Microsoft Office type programs, internet browsing and other moderate work. This model ships with Windows 10 S-Mode Operating System. Windows 10 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 10 Home 64-bit Operating System, at no additional cost. Lenovo

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great for everyday use.

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

    REALLY NICE COMPUTER FOR EVERYDAY USE. WORKS FINE FOR WHAT I DO. WOULD RECOMMEND AS THIS IS A GOOD BUY.

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

    Over all it's worth the money

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

    Great starter computer. Plenty of power and graphics for basic use and good for light ware games too.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Lenovo Product Expert
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      Thank you for choosing the Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15 laptop. This is a mid-level, moderate use configuration, with its AMD A6-9225 processor. This Dual-Core processor has a base speed of 2.6GHz and a boost speed of up to 3.0GHz. This configuration has 4GB of RAM. It is good with Microsoft Office type programs, internet browsing and other moderate work. This model ships with Windows 10 S-Mode Operating System. Windows 10 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 10 Home 64-bit Operating System, at no additional cost. Lenovo

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great buy for the price

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

    I use it for browsing info for work and school and it is a nice experience. Fast enough for the use.

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

      Thank you for choosing the Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15 laptop. We are pleased to hear that the performance of the IdeaPad S145-15 meets your computing needs so well. This is a mid-level, moderate use configuration, with its AMD A6-9225 processor. This Dual-Core processor has a base speed of 2.6GHz and a boost speed of up to 3.0GHz. This configuration has 4GB of RAM. It is good with Microsoft Office type programs, internet browsing and other moderate work. This model ships with Windows 10 S-Mode Operating System. Windows 10 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 10 Home 64-bit Operating System, at no additional cost. Lenovo