Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5i (2022) Review: Fast & Complete!• Jagat Review

2022-07-16 01:05:15 By : Mr. Ivan Zhao

Lenovo again presents the latest generation of Flex 5i 2022, where Lenovo made a number of upgrades for this IdeaPad Flex 5i Laptop.The processor already uses a 12th Generation Intel Core "Alder Lake" which has 10-Core and 16 GB of direct RAM for Core i7 or Core i5 processor options.There is a Thunderbolt 4 connector and the camera supports 1080P recording.The price is also not much different from the previous generation which uses 11th Generation Intel Core processors. The IdeaPad Flex series itself is an affordable convertible/2-in-1 laptop from Lenovo.So the price will not be as high as the Lenovo Yoga seriesAlso Read: Review of Lenovo Yoga 9i (2022): Thin 2-in-1 EVO, 4K OLED, as Fast as a Gaming Laptop • Jagat ReviewWell, for those who might be curious about this laptop, see the discussion on the Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5i (2022) review below.Of course this laptop has a Form Factor Convertible or 2-in-1.So this laptop can be turned into a tablet by rotating the screen 360°.Of course, this laptop can also be used in other modes such as Tent Mode and Stand Mode.The material used is Aluminum, for the back of the screen.The color of the unit we tested was Stone Blue, with other colors available namely Storm Gray and Cloud Grey.Also Read: Review of Lenovo Legion Slim 7 15ACH6: Thin & Firm, Suitable for Content Creators • Jagat ReviewThe design of this laptop still carries the elements of the previous generation IdeaPad Flex 5i.It's just that the corners of the body are now made more rounded so it doesn't feel sharp to the touch.The surface of the body also uses Sandblasting Finish which makes the appearance of this laptop feel luxurious.For size, this laptop has a length of 31.3 cm, a width of 22.4 cm, and a thickness of 1.74 cm.While the weight, the laptop is 1.6 kg, and the charger is 232 grams.This is a charger with a 65W output.So the total weight is 1.83 Kg.Turning to the display, as a 2-in-1 convertible laptop, of course this laptop has a touchscreen display.The size is 14 inches with an IPS panel with a resolution of 1920 x 1200 Pixels with an Aspect Ratio of 16:10.According to Lenovo, this panel has a brightness level of 300 Nits with a Color Gamut of 45% NTSC.While based on our measurement tools the results are:This screen is not suitable for Content Creation with a high level of color accuracy.But if you don't need accurate color precision, this IPS screen is still quite okay for Content Creation.Laptop screens have a Glossy surface which is natural for Touchscreen screens.Although it will reflect a few shadows, such a surface actually makes the colors displayed more brilliant.For touch screen operation, a Lenovo Digital Pen is provided in the sales package so it's easier if you want to draw or write.This stylus uses the WACOM AES protocol with 4096 pressure levels.The stylus is powered by AAAA batteries, and for storage, a holder is provided that attaches to the USB-A connector.The screen frame already uses a thin design for the right and left sides.The top frame is still a bit thick because there's a 1080P @30 FPS Camera – not 720P @30 FPS anymore.The camera quality is certainly better than the 720P @ 30 FPS camera.But if what you are looking for is excellent image quality for Video Chat and Meeting, you should still use an additional Webcam or Camera from a Smartphone.The center of the top frame is also a kind of notch that makes it easy for users to open the screen.When opened, this screen can be positioned to lift the keyboard a little so that air circulation enters more smoothly.Also Read: ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 9 Review: High-end Premium Business Laptop Reference • Jagat ReviewTurning to audio, this laptop is equipped with two speakers on the right and left side of the keyboard.Speaker sound will point directly at the user when he is a laptop or outward when he becomes a tablet.Dolby Audio Software is provided to change the sound profile and Equalizer.Well for the resulting sound is not too loud.However, the quality is still quite good and neat.Yes!This is the first time the IdeaPad Flex has a Thunderbolt connector.It used to be only in the Yoga seriesThe design and layout of the buttons retain the characteristics of the existing IdeaPad Flex 5i series with similar comfort.Of course, this keyboard is equipped with backlit lights with two brightness levels which are set by pressing the Fn + Spacebar keyThe hallmark of Lenovo with the Touchpad parallel to the Spacebar button is maintained on this Laptop.The size is quite spacious and does not interfere with typing comfort.This laptop is equipped with biometric security with fingerprint recognition whose sensor position is at the bottom right of the keyboard.There is also a Webcam Privacy Shutter feature which is a physical cover for the Camera to avoid prying eyes.