The Best Lenovo Laptops of 2017

NameLenovo Yoga 910Lenovo Miix 510Lenovo ThinkPad 13 (2017)Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2017)Lenovo ThinkPad X260Lenovo Yoga 710 (11")Lenovo Ideapad Y700 Touch (15")Lenovo Legion Y520Lenovo ThinkPad X270Lenovo Yoga 710 (15")
 
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TypeGeneral PurposeGeneral Purpose, TabletUltraportable, Value, Business, Small Business, UltrabookUltraportable, Business, Small BusinessUltraportable, BusinessGeneral PurposeGamingGaming, Desktop ReplacementGeneral Purpose, BusinessGeneral Purpose, Tablet
PlatformWindows 10Windows 10Windows 10Windows 10Windows 10Windows 10Windows 10Windows 10Windows 10Windows 10
Processor NameIntel Core i7-7500UIntel Core i5-6200UIntel Core i3-7100UIntel Core i5-7300UIntel Core i5-6300UIntel Core m3-6Y30Intel Core i7-6700HQIntel Core i7-7700HQIntel Core i7-7600UIntel Core i5-7200U
Processor Speed2.7 GHz2.3 GHz2.4 GHz2.6 GHz2.4 GHz900 MHz2.6 GHz2.8 GHz2.8 GHz2.3 GHz
RAM8 GB8 GB4 GB8 GB8 GB4 GB16 GB16 GB16 GB8 GB
Graphics CardIntel HD Graphics 620Intel HD Graphics 520Intel HD Graphics 620Intel HD Graphics 620Intel HD Graphics 520Intel HD Graphics 515Nvidia GeForce GTX 960MNvidia GeForce GTX 1050 TiIntel HD Graphics 620Nvidia GeForce 940MX
Storage Capacity (as Tested)256 GB256 GB128 GB256 GB256 GB256 GB1,128 GB1.25 TB512 GB256 GB
Screen Size13.9 inches12.2 inches13.3 inches14 inches12.5 inches11.6 inches15 inches15.6 inches12.5 inches15.6 inches
Resolution1920 x 10801920 x 12001920 x 10801920 x 10801920 x 10801920 x 10801920 x 10801920 x 10801920 x 10801920 x 1080
Weight3.01 lbsAlone: 1.91 lbs; With Keyboard: 2.72 lbs3.13 lb2.45 lb3.03 lbs2.3 lbs5.7 lbs5.56 lb3.07 lb4.19 lbs
Battery Rundown21:287:4912:1115:5910:4511:127:555:45 hrs:min8:58 hrs:min14:17
Read ReviewLenovo Yoga 910
Review		Lenovo Miix 510
Review		Lenovo ThinkPad 13 (2017)
Review		Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2017)
Review		Lenovo ThinkPad X260
Review		Lenovo Yoga 710 (11")
Review		Lenovo Ideapad Y700 Touch (15")
Review		Lenovo Legion Y520
Review		Lenovo ThinkPad X270
Review		Lenovo Yoga 710 (15")
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Classic Design Meets Innovation

It's been more than a decade since IBM stopped making ThinkPad laptops, yet you're still likely to see them in the halls of industry, thanks to Lenovo. The company formerly known as Legend Computers of Beijing, China, still produces the well-regarded laptop line, with its beloved AccuType keyboard, but it's not content to rest on its laurels. Rather, it continues to innovate with radical designs like the Yoga line, which has influenced other PC manufacturers (like Dell, HP, and Toshiba) to adopt its basic mechanism in their 2-in-1 convertible 2-in-1 convertible laptop designs.

Making the Right Choice

Most of Lenovo's laptops are centered on two main model lines: ThinkPads and IdeaPads. ThinkPads are the classically styled, business-oriented laptops, with a range of features (such as touch screens) but usually colored in classic, basic black. IdeaPads, on the other hand, are aimed mainly at consumers, though design-forward business people may gravitate toward using an IdeaPad as a primary PC. You'll find some preloaded apps on many IdeaPad systems, particularly those bought from big box stores. Look for Microsoft Store– or Microsoft Signature–prepped systems to avoid preinstalled bloatware.
Chromebooks are popular choices for buyers on a budget. Google's Chrome OS is simple to manage and use, since it centers on the Chrome Web browser and related apps. Lenovo has a few chromebook choices, including inexpensive consumer models, and more rugged ThinkPad chromebooks for businesses and schools.
Then there are those hybrid systems, which can function as both laptops and tablets. The company's Flex and Yoga laptops pioneered the 2-in-1 convertible laptop movement. Yoga laptops have the ability to flip into four positions: conventional Laptop mode, video-viewing Stand mode, game-playing Tent mode, and reading-oriented Tablet mode. If you think you're more likely to want to use a tablet, check out one of the company's Miix models. But don't worry: The keyboards that come with these are often almost as good as the tried-and-true AccuType.
Early in 2017, Lenovo launched the Legion line to differentiate its gaming systems from the main IdeaPad line, in which they had previously lived. The midrange Legion Y520 was the first out of the gate. Its pricing for its specs and feature set are attractive, setting a good tone for Lenovo's new gaming initiative. Without sticking to the IdeaPad brand, Legion machines can more practically offer a wider range of models and prices, more unique designs, and features specifically aimed at a gaming audience.
For more, check out our 10 favorite laptops overall, as well as our lists of the best cheap laptops, and business laptops.

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