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Lenovo IdeaPad 120S

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Pros

  • sleek
  • compact chassis is available in Denim Blue
  • Response times are excellent

Cons

  • frequency is too low
  • users with sensitive eyes may experience strain or headaches
  • The USB Type-C port does not support Thunderbolt 3

Key specs

  • 1366, 768
  • 14 in
  • 4 GB
  • LPDDR4 SDRAM
  • 1.1 GHz

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Lenovo IdeaPad 120S - Variants

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  • Main storage
    • 64 GB SSD
    • 32 GB SSD
    • 128 GB SSD
  • Storage type
    • eMMC
    • M.2 SATA 6Gb/s
  • Graphics processor
    • Intel HD Graphics 500
    • Intel HD Graphics 505
  • CPU model
    • Intel Celeron N3350
    • Intel Pentium N4200
  • Input method
    • Keyboard
    • Touchpad
  • Number of cores
    • Dual-Core
    • Quad-Core
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IdeaPad 120S - Celeron N3350 / 1.1 GHz / 4 GB LPDDR4 / Intel HD Graphics 500 / 64 GB SSD / 14"
  • 81A500HFGE
IdeaPad 120S - Pentium N4200 / 1.1 GHz / 4 GB LPDDR4 / Intel HD Graphics 505 / 64 GB SSD / 14"
  • 81A500EDGE
IdeaPad 120S - Celeron N3350 / 1.1 GHz / 4 GB LPDDR4 / Intel HD Graphics 500 / 32 GB SSD / 14"
  • 81A5004CGE
IdeaPad 120S - Pentium N4200 / 1.1 GHz / 4 GB LPDDR4 / Intel HD Graphics 505 / 128 GB SSD / 14"
  • 81A500ADGE

Lenovo IdeaPad 120S - Pros & Cons

Lenovo IdeaPad 120S

Pros

  • sleek
  • compact chassis is available in Denim Blue
  • Response times are excellent
  • a broad range of devices
  • simple and sleek Windows laptop
  • Temperatures are good
  • cycling frequency should ideally be undetectable to the human eye
  • The keyboard feels crisp with a well-defined drop and decent travel
  • Windows 10 works best with double that amount
  • screen shows good response rates in our tests
  • it easier than ever to have an enjoyable user experience

Cons

  • frequency is too low
  • users with sensitive eyes may experience strain or headaches
  • The USB Type-C port does not support Thunderbolt 3
  • does not share the same stability and can easily be twisted under light torsion
  • The keyboard also lacks a backlight
  • notebooks will simply cycle the backlight on and off in rapid succession
  • less-than-stellar display and sound system
  • shorter battery life and slower performance
  • The screen is a bit washed-out
  • percussion sounded tinny
  • and the strings were barely audible

Lenovo IdeaPad 120S - Technical Overview

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IconScreen size
14 in
Best:
MSI GT83 Titan SLI
Screen size: 18.4 in
IconClock speed
2400 MHz
Best:
Razer Blade Stealth 13
Clock speed: 3733 MHz
IconWeight
1440 g
IconResolution

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Lenovo IdeaPad 120S - Full Specifications

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Display
Resolution1366 x 768
Aspect ratio16:9
Screen size14.0 in
WidescreenYes
Brightness220.0 cd/m²
Display surfaceMatt
Touchscreenno
LED backlightyes
LCD backlight technologyLED backlight
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Video
Graphics processor
  • Intel HD Graphics 500
  • Intel HD Graphics 505
Video memory sizeNone
Video memory typeNone
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Memory
RAM size4 GB
TechnologyLPDDR4 SDRAM
Clock speed2400.0 MHz
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Network
Wi-Fiyes
Wi-Fi standards
  • 802.11a
  • 802.11ac
  • 802.11b
  • 802.11g
  • 802.11n
Bluetoothyes
Bluetooth version4.0
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Design
Colour of productGrey
Housing materialPolycarbonate ABS
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Connectivity
Charging port typeDC-in jack
Ethernet LANno
HDMI ports quantity1
HDMI version1.4b
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Storage
Main storage
  • 128 GB SSD
  • 32 GB SSD
  • 64 GB SSD
Storage type
  • M.2 SATA 6Gb/s
  • eMMC
Integrated card readeryes
Compatible memory cards
MicroSD
Optical drive typeNone
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Audio properties
Built-in microphoneyes
Speakersyes
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Processor
CPU model
  • Intel Celeron N3350
  • Intel Pentium N4200
Clock speed1.1 GHz
Number of cores
  • Dual-Core
  • Quad-Core
64-bit computingyes
Cache2 MB
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Input
Input method
  • Keyboard
  • Touchpad
  • Touchpad
Fingerprint readerno
Numeric keypadno
Security
Firmware Trusted Platform Module Security Chip
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Dimensions
Height0.73 in
Weight50.79 oz
Width13.15 in
Depth9.25 in
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Camera
Built in camerayes
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Power
Battery capacity32.0 Wh
Battery technology
Lithium-Ion
Battery cells2
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Certifications
Energy Staryes

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Lenovo IdeaPad 120S Lenovo - Editorial Reviews (6)

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Lenovo IdeaPad 120S Lenovo IdeaPad 120S (11″) review – a good business laptop for unpretentious users
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LaptopMedia.com
Published: 11.02.2018
Lenovo IdeaPad 120S (11″) review – a good business laptop for unpretentious users
5.0

We can say without a doubt that the Lenovo IdeaPad 120S model doesn’t include powerful hardware and high-quality components. However, we can say that it is aimed at users that will use the ma…

Lenovo IdeaPad 120S Lenovo IdeaPad 120S (11”) review
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Gotta Be Mobile
Published: 04.12.2017
Lenovo IdeaPad 120S (11”) review

Some people pay way too much for their laptop. The Lenovo IdeaPad 120S (11”) is the PC you buy when your PC is just a way to respond to emails, listen to music and browse the internet. This Windows 10 laptop costs just $179 directly from Lenovo and it includes only the basics. It has […]

Lenovo IdeaPad 120S Lenovo IdeaPad 120S - Full Review and Benchmarks
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LaptopMag
Published: 05.11.2017
Lenovo IdeaPad 120S - Full Review and Benchmarks
4.0

For less than $300, the Lenovo IdeaPad 120S is an attractive laptop that offers solid performance and long battery life.

Lenovo IdeaPad 120S Lenovo Ideapad 120s (14-inch, HD) Laptop Review
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Notebookcheck
Published: 30.11.2017
Lenovo Ideapad 120s (14-inch, HD) Laptop Review
3.8

In this review, we'll look at the Lenovo 120s (14-inch) and various aspects of the notebook experience it offers, including the case, display, performance, battery life, keyboard, and more.

Lenovo IdeaPad 120S Lenovo IdeaPad 120s Review
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PCMAG
Published: 21.11.2017
Lenovo IdeaPad 120s Review
3.0

Lenovo's petite IdeaPad 120S is a budget ultraportable that offers good-for-the-cost performance, but you can find better screens and keyboards by stepping up to the next highest class.

Lenovo IdeaPad 120S Lenovo IdeaPad 120s review: An all-around average productivity PC with a price you'll love
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Windows Central
Published: 03.11.2017
Lenovo IdeaPad 120s review: An all-around average productivity PC with a price you'll love

A 14-inch laptop that costs well under $300? What's the catch? Keep reading.

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