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Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars with 1235 reviews

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Customers are pleased with the product's performance. They specifically noted that the speed of the laptop is decent.

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  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Satistfied client

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

    Performance of product is perfect Display and volume Battery and process is very perfect i personally recommend this product for you guys to experience the performance

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

    Affordable workhorse. Highly recommend!

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

    I chose this laptop based on a recommendation from a tech website and it's been great. Best Buy really does have the best prices on electronics. I didn't want to overspend on high-end functionality that would go unused and this was a great balance of specs to cost. It's bigger than I was picturing, so the extra screen space is really nice. The display is sharp and it's very responsive. After years of a Chromebook, it's a relief to have something that can do so much. I was a little concerned that 8 MB wouldn't be enough, but it's fine. Unless you will be doing a ton of graphic intensive gaming or you keep 100 apps and tabs open at a time, this is plenty. It's more than enough for video streaming, looking at websites and productivity functions like Word or Excel, etc. Very pleased with this purchase!

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

      Hi,

      Thanks for choosing Lenovo and for sharing your feedback with us!

      We are glad to read that you are satisfied with your purchase overall.

      Please don't hesitate to reach out to us via the Q& A section of this product page or contact Lenovo Support should you have any questions or need assistance.

      Regards,
      Lenovo Lenovo

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Pretty good laptop

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

    Well shoot, let me tell ya somethin’—this here laptop is slicker than a greased pig at a county fair. I fired it up and that thing booted faster than my truck on a cold mornin’. The screen’s bright as a July sunrise, and the colors pop like fireworks on the Fourth. The battery? Lord have mercy, it lasts longer than Uncle Ray’s fishin’ stories. I’ve been typin’, scrollin’, and watchin’ videos all day and it still ain’t tapped out. The keyboard’s comfy too—feels like butter under my fingers, none of that cheap, clickety-clack nonsense. Runs smooth as fresh churned ice cream, don’t lag, don’t freeze, don’t fuss. If you’re lookin’ for a reliable machine that’ll work hard and not complain—kinda like a good farm dog—this laptop’s the one. Five stars, no question

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Lenovo Product Expert
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      Howdy BrentW-

      We sure do appreciate you choosin’ Lenovo and takin’ the time to share your experience with us. It puts a smile on our faces hearin’ that the IdeaPad Flex 3i Chromebook’s performance, battery life, keyboard, and design are workin’ out real nice for ya. We aim to give folks a top‑notch experience, and it’s mighty fine to know we hit the mark.

      If you’ve got any questions or need a hand with somethin’, just holler at us through the Q&A section on the product page.

      Best wishes,
      Lenovo Lenovo

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great laptop for every day use

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

    Perfect for my mother. She's elderly and was using a 15 year old laptop that barely turned on and had to be plugged in to use... This fit the bill... Cheap... Works fast...good battery life... Decent size screen...

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Lenovo Product Expert
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      Hey WilliamD,

      Thanks for choosing Lenovo and for sharing your feedback with us!

      We are glad to read that this IdeaPad Slim 3i is a perfect fit for your mother.

      Please feel free to reach out to us via the Q&A section of the product page should you have any questions or need assistance.

      Best,
      Lenovo Lenovo

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Value

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

    Bought this laptop for my elderly mom to surf the web. It is very light, has a long lasting battery and more than enough processing speed to accomodate her. Great price, great machine.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Lenovo Product Expert
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      Hi ScottC,

      Thanks for choosing Lenovo and for sharing your feedback with us!

      We are pleased to read that this IdeaPad Slim 3i offers great value to you and your mom.

      Please feel free to reach out to us via the Q& A section of this product page should you have any questions or need assistance.

      Best,
      Lenovo Lenovo

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    So far so good.

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

    I bought this computer for my daughter during Black Friday and it has been the best purchase for the money. It operates really fast, has a huge screen and looks very sleek.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Lenovo Product Expert
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      Hi,

      Thanks for choosing Lenovo and for sharing your feedback with us!

      We are glad to read that you are satisfied with your purchase overall.

      Please don't hesitate to reach out to us via the Q& A section of this product page or contact Lenovo Support should you have any questions or need assistance.

      Regards,
      Lenovo Lenovo

  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Reliable Everyday Laptop with Minor Drawback

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

    We bought two of these laptops for our household to separate personal use from our work and school Chromebooks, and they’ve been a dependable choice. The screen size works well for productivity and watching videos, and connecting to an external monitor and Bluetooth devices was quick and seamless. The only reason for four stars instead of five is the charger. It’s not USB-based, which feels a bit outdated and less convenient. Aside from that, the laptops perform well and meet our everyday needs without issue.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Lenovo Product Expert
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      Hi,

      Thanks for choosing Lenovo and for sharing your feedback with us!

      We are glad to read that you are satisfied with your purchase overall. We appreciate your comment regarding the charging connector. This has been noted, as it may be considered for future design improvements.

      Please don't hesitate to reach out to us via the Q& A section of this product page or contact Lenovo Support should you have any questions or need assistance.

      Regards,
      Lenovo Lenovo

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    HP LAPTOP

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

    High quality performance hp laptop with low price. It has long battery life and it's convenient to use. I really enjoy using it

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

    Excellent College 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 speed Great battery life Great display Perfect for beginner gamers or college student school laptop.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Lenovo Product Expert
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      Hi,

      Thanks for choosing Lenovo and for sharing your feedback with us!

      We are glad to read that you are satisfied with your purchase overall.

      Please don't hesitate to reach out to us via the Q& A section of this product page or contact Lenovo Support should you have any questions or need assistance.

      Regards,
      Lenovo Lenovo

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great value, solid, functionat basic laptops

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

    Very solid basic laptops. Premium look and feel, good battery life, solid keyboards, good screen. I've bought a bunch of these for my organization for the staff that uses mainly web-based applications and do not need heavy duty processing power. These fit that need nicely. The price to function ratio is very good at $3XX, and extremely good if it's on sale at under that amount.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Lenovo Product Expert
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      Hi,

      Thanks for choosing Lenovo and for sharing your feedback with us!

      We are pleased to read that this IdeaPad Slim 3i offers great value to you.

      Please feel free to reach out to us via the Q& A section of this product page should you have any questions or need assistance.

      Best,
      Lenovo Lenovo

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Lenovo Is great!

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

    Very great product, works as advertised. I’m a Lenovo advocate, the speed, battery life, and specs are everything you need to handle your business, hey it can even run low graphic games like Roblox or Minecraft on low settings. Option to run In S mode. I turned my S mode off.

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

    Great for elderly or a student

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

    For simple pc use like browsing the web, or using for school this laptop is all you need. Has a very fast 8 core CPU. If you want this to be able to download games or apps then this is not for you. The Cons of this laptop are there is very little storage for apps or games. No ability to upgrade ram or storage either. Only people that buy this should be elderly people that just need to get online or a student that is only using this for school purposes only.

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

      Thanks for choosing Lenovo and for sharing your feedback with us!

      We are glad to read that you are satisfied with your purchase.

      Please don't hesitate to reach out to us via the Q& A section of this product page or contact Lenovo Support should you have any questions or need assistance.

      Regards,
      Lenovo Lenovo

  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Linux Support

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

    I am not the typical purchaser. As a software engineer this product was purchased with the intent of removing Windows and installing Fedora Linux. Lenova is traditionally the best hardware vendor for Linux support. Additionally Lenova laptops are usually able to be easily updated. The issues I had with this laptop were: Memory not up gradable I am not a typical consumer. As a software engineer, this system was purchased specifically to replace the preinstalled Windows OS with Fedora Linux. Lenovo has historically provided strong Linux hardware compatibility, and their platforms are generally known for being serviceable and upgrade-friendly. The primary limitations encountered were hardware design choices rather than performance issues: * System memory is soldered and not user-upgradable * The NVMe SSD is not user-replaceable * The integrated microphone was not detected by Fedora (kernel/firmware support issue) Aside from these constraints, all other components were functional under Fedora, and overall system performance has been excellent. The platform is stable and performs well for development workloads. However, the lack of upgradeability and incomplete Linux audio support prevent this system from being an ideal choice. Addressing these limitations would make it a truly exceptional Linux-capable laptop.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 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.

    Overall, this is a good laptop and does what I need it to do. Performance is smooth for everyday tasks like browsing, streaming, and work. Battery life is solid and lasts most of the day without needing a charge. The screen looks nice and setup was easy right out of the box. The only reason I didn’t give it five stars is because it could be a little faster under heavier use and the fan can get noticeable at times. Still, for the price, it’s a reliable choice and I’m happy with it.

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

    New computer

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

    Easy to use, fast and slick. Start up and set-up were smooth and user friendly

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

      Hi,

      Thanks for choosing Lenovo and for sharing your feedback with us!

      We are glad to read that you are satisfied with your purchase overall.

      Please don't hesitate to reach out to us via the Q& A section of this product page or contact Lenovo Support should you have any questions or need assistance.

      Regards,
      Lenovo Lenovo

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Reliable

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

    For daily tasks, this laptop excels with its reliable performance and quick responsiveness. It handles web browsing, document editing, and streaming effortlessly. The comfortable keyboard and clear display enhance productivity, while the decent battery life keeps you going throughout the day. A practical, efficient choice for everyday computing needs.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Lenovo Product Expert
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      Hi,

      Thanks for choosing Lenovo and for sharing your feedback with us!

      We are glad to read that you are satisfied with your purchase.

      Please don't hesitate to reach out to us via the Q& A section of this product page or contact Lenovo Support should you have any questions or need assistance.

      Regards,
      Lenovo Lenovo

  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great value for a good laptop

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

    Pretty great for an economy laptop, the battery life is better than I expected and it functions very well. You do have to agree to void some sort of virus protection in order to download chrome or any apps outside of the Microsoft store that they make sound like a big deal but it really doesn't mean anything. We've been using these for about a month now for daily work and and so far no complaints.

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

    No frills, adequate Work Machine

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

    Not fancy but very solid work laptop. Good speed, battery life and performance. No complaints

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Lenovo Product Expert
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      Hey AlistairS,

      Thank you for choosing Lenovo and for sharing your feedback with us!

      We are glad to hear that the IdeaPad Slim 3 is sufficient for your use.

      Please feel free to reach out to us should you have any questions.

      Best,
      Lenovo Lenovo

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Love My New Laptop

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

    Love my new laptop! It's exactly what I needed for business travel and direct connection to corporate HDMI for presentations. The transaction was smooth as glass—curbside pickup was there immediately. I am one happy camper!

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

    Great laptop. Highly recommended

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

    Works great! Smotth operation, fast and great battery life

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Lenovo Product Expert
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      Hi,

      Thanks for choosing Lenovo and for sharing your feedback with us!

      We are glad to read that you are satisfied with your purchase.

      Please don't hesitate to reach out to us via the Q& A section of this product page or contact Lenovo Support should you have any questions or need assistance.

      Regards,
      Lenovo Lenovo