Customer Ratings & Reviews
- Model:
- 81N3009BUS
- SKU:
- 6361116
Rating by feature
- Battery Life
Rating 3.4 out of 5 stars
- Speed
Rating 2.6 out of 5 stars
- Display
Rating 3.6 out of 5 stars
Customers are saying
Customers regard the S145-15AST laptop as a budget-friendly option that is easy to use and offers sufficient storage. However, they express significant dissatisfaction with its slow performance, short battery life, and limited RAM, which can result in freezing and lagging issues.
This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.
- Cons mentioned:Slow
For the price not bad
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I bought it to use on my glowforge laser cutter and it not too bad just a bit slow
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from Lenovo Product Expert
Posted .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 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.
- Pros mentioned:Easy to use
Great for College
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Ez to use and understand all the applications for College students you may need
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from Lenovo Product Expert
Posted .Once again, thank you for choosing the Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15 Laptop. You can keep your computer running at its best by keeping the Windows 10 Operating System and all supporting BIOS files and drivers up to date. You can easily accomplish this by scanning the computer with the Lenovo Utility software available on this computer. This system has Lenovo utilities installed to help maintain the health of the device and keep the operating system software up to date. Type "Lenovo Vantage" in the Cortana Search window (if Lenovo Vantage is not installed on your device, you can download the APP and install it now). Select Lenovo Vantage from the list. In the window that opens, click on "Health and Support". In the expanded menu, select "Hardware Scan" In the window that opens, select "Run Quick Tests". This will scan your entire system for errors. Follow any directions that may pop up. If the problem continues after this scan, now click on "System Update". First select Windows update from the menu. Scan your system to be sure you have the latest version of Windows 10. Once that scan is complete, select "Additional Updates". This will scan your device to be sure there are no new BIOS/Driver updates needed. Follow any instructions that may pop up. If you ever need additional help with your Lenovo computer, we recommend you call Lenovo Tech Support at: 877-453-6686 for additional help.
- Cons mentioned:Battery life
Overall good computer
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.So far I think this computer is adequete for my usage. Battery life is kinda poor.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from Lenovo Product Expert
Posted .The Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15 laptop, model number 81N3009BUS, ships with a 2CELL_30WH_INTERNAL, Lithium Polymer Battery, with a battery life of up to 4 hours, depending on the work that the device is performing. 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.
- Cons mentioned:Slow
Good computer for kids
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I bought Lenova laptop for kids two weeks ago. This is good enough for school needs for the price . Computer has a good look but little slow. This computer has good memory and user friendly.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from Lenovo Product Expert
Posted .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 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.
- Cons mentioned:Slow
Great brand
||Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great price, great brand, just little too slow for me.
I would recommend this to a friend Love it
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Love this laptop. Could be a bit faster, but for the price can’t beat it. Recommend buying a mouse pad and mini-wireless mouse for travel. Great starter laptop. Comfortable keyboard. Don’t care too much for the touchpad though as the screen resizes when I don’t want it to. That’s why a mouse is a good investment.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from Lenovo Product Expert
Posted .Once again, thank you for choosing the Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15 Laptop. You can keep your computer running at its best by keeping the Windows 10 Operating System and all supporting BIOS files and drivers up to date. You can easily accomplish this by scanning the computer with the Lenovo Utility software available on this computer. This system has Lenovo utilities installed to help maintain the health of the device and keep the operating system software up to date. Type "Lenovo Vantage" in the Cortana Search window (if Lenovo Vantage is not installed on your device, you can download the APP and install it now). Select Lenovo Vantage from the list. In the window that opens, click on "Health and Support". In the expanded menu, select "Hardware Scan" In the window that opens, select "Run Quick Tests". This will scan your entire system for errors. Follow any directions that may pop up. If the problem continues after this scan, now click on "System Update". First select Windows update from the menu. Scan your system to be sure you have the latest version of Windows 10. Once that scan is complete, select "Additional Updates". This will scan your device to be sure there are no new BIOS/Driver updates needed. Follow any instructions that may pop up. If you ever need additional help with your Lenovo computer, we recommend you call Lenovo Tech Support at: 877-453-6686 for additional help.
- Pros mentioned:Work from home
Good for the school student.
||Posted . Owned for 7 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I bought this computer for my son. It is perfect for the school homework
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from Lenovo Product Expert
Posted .Thank you for choosing the Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15 Laptop, model number 81N3009BUS, for your son. We are pleased to hear that the IdeaPad S145-15 is working out so well for your son. 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.
- Pros mentioned:Price
Affordable
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Affordable and wise choice for a part time person who uses a computer partially.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from Lenovo Product Expert
Posted .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 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.
- Pros mentioned:Work from home
Very satisfied
||Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Extremely versatile. Meets the requirements to enable working from home.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from Lenovo Product Expert
Posted .Thank you for choosing the Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15 Laptop, model number 81N3009BUS. 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.
- Cons mentioned:Slow
Get what you pay for...
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I was very happy to have purchased a new laptop for my son so he can do his work on but as soon as I powered it on and noticed how slow it was, very disappointed. It is 2020 and I didnt think they still made computers slower than the one I had when I was a teen in the year 2000. I am just surprised how a tablet at the same price point is a lot faster and on point than a whole laptop. I only gave it 2 stars because it was cheap or else nothing of this laptop amazes me. It is for my 6yr old so I can't complain but still its slower than turtles.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from Lenovo Product Expert
Posted .The Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15 laptop, model number 81N3009BUS 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.
- Cons mentioned:Slow
Ok laptop, not so great
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I purchased this laptop in a hurry for my kids to do schoolwork at home when schools were closed. Although the appearance is very nice and it is lightweight, this laptop is very slow. It takes forever to start up. When clicking on a link the next page takes forever to load. I have great internet service that is very fast and never have issues with so I know that isn't the issue. I'll be using this laptop only until I could get a better one. Hopefully by then stores will be open and I'll be able to speak with someone about what I'm purchasing.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from Lenovo Product Expert
Posted .The Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15 laptop, model number 81N3009BUS, will boot from off to the Windows 10 Desktop in less than 40-seconds. This model ships with 5G, 802.11AC frequency WiFi, which is up to 3X faster than standard 802.11N WiFi. 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. If you are getting slower than expected performance, be sure any software you installed is compatible with Windows 10. There is no need to install Microsoft Office software. The software is already part of the operating system, you just need to activate the software with a purchased product key. If you have installed a copy of Microsoft Office, this is conflicting with the existing copy on the system and this will slow your system down. If you have installed a 3rd party anti-virus program, be sure that Windows Defender is turned off and that the trial version of McAfee Anti-Virus software is uninstalled. There can only be one anti-virus program on the system. You may need to restore your system to original factory default settings if any of the programming errors have occurred. You can do that by typing "restore" in the Cortana search window. Just click on the magnifying glass icon at the bottom left of your Windows 10 Desktop. Click on "Reset This PC" Then click on "Get Started" and follow the on screen directions to restore to factory defaults. If the problem persists, we recommend you contact Lenovo Tech Support at: 877-453-6686.
- Cons mentioned:Slow
Pretty good experience.
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Received laptop. Kinda slow but it is ok. Whole shopping experience was good
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Price
Great Laptop for the price
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.At home I use a desk top but take a laptop when I travel. I didn't need anything fancy with bells & whistles so when I saw this model it fit the bill. It is a good size, light in weight and does everything that I needed from a secondary computer. The price was excellent. I would definitely recommend this model.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from Lenovo Product Expert
Posted .Thank you for choosing the Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15 laptop. We are pleased to hear that the value, features and 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.
- Cons mentioned:Performance
Great computer
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I like it. It works though if you put something heavy on it it can slow down
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Storage
Good computer
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Good computer for simple tasks which is what I need. Plenty of storage space.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand 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.
- Cons mentioned:Battery life
Good for my basic use
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I think the battery drains fast, there is a lag when navigating through.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from Lenovo Product Expert
Posted .The Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15 Laptop, model number 81N3009BUS, ships with a 2CELL_30WH_INTERNAL, Lithium Polymer Battery, with a battery life of 4 hours, depending on the work the device is performing. 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.
Gets the job done.
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I bought this computer for my mother. She just needed a basic computer for regular office tasks. And that’s exactly what this computer does...Basic stuff. It gets the job done. But like most of these level computers now they come with that annoying S mode. My mom needed to use her printer and it was a complete hassle and I had to remove S mode. Other than that no complaints.
I would recommend this to a friend- Cons mentioned:Slow
Do not buy
||Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.First laptop I bought was through a program where you can buy, a refurbished laptop or computer, not through best buy, through a cable company. They send you whatever they have available, I ended up with a Lenovo. That was a terrible laptop, super slow, didn't respond at all. This time around I decided I will buy me a new laptop, again I know nothing about them, but a friend "researched" some and suggested I get this Lenovo, because of the price and it would do what I needed it to do. I was basically looking for something for streaming and checking emails. Although I had the bad experience with the first Lenovo, I just thought the laptop was slow or faulty because it was refurbished. Turns out, no this brand is just worthless. My son and nephew both had laptop from their schools, so that they could do their work during the pandemic. Their little dinky chromebooks by far did better then this Lenovo. No buffering and they handled streaming well. This Lenovo, took 30 mins just to open an email to retrieve and share a photo. Needless to say streaming was impossible. It got to the point to were no one even wanted to use it because it was such a hassle. Don't waste your time and money, don't buy this Lenovo.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from Lenovo Product Expert
Posted .The Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15 Laptop, model number 81N3009BUS, 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.
- Pros mentioned:Price
Wonderful for Online Education
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I specifically wanted an affordable laptop, easy to use, and primarily for online education. Not, only is it great for classes using Apps like Zoom, but it has a tremendous amount of memory (1TB HD) and is more than enough for what I need it to do. Very pleased, considering purchasing one for my husband.
I would recommend this to a friend - Cons mentioned:Slow
The charge
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The charge was bent out of the box, but seemed to straighten. Since I was desperate to use the device for my son to do his schoolwork and due to COVID-19 fears could not return to Best Buy, I tried using it. This only lasted till the laptop actually died. Checking why the charger was bent showed that the pins were bent, and they then fell out. The machine while charged worked well though a little slow. The charger itself was unusual for a Lenovo and I'm not sure if this was the original charger meant for the device since it was openbox.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from Lenovo Product Expert
Posted .Here is a link to a replacement AC adapter/charger for the Lenovo S145-15 laptop: https://www.bestbuy.com/site/insignia-65w-charger-for-select-ultrabooks-black/4062039.p?skuId=4062039