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Lenovo V15-IIL is one of Lenovo’s versatile core-i5 laptop that splashes unconditional power within its terminologies.  Where Lenovo has always been in the air for producing one of the innovative and productive laptops, the Lenovo V15-IIL also stands midway. In a very affordable budget, this laptop has to offer us some commendable features that seem powerful on paper especially when we compare them with its rival laptops. The core i5 is perfectly blended with the RAM and storage provided in this laptop, so you can work for extended hours reluctantly.

The screen and graphics are not as appealing specifications we get within its mainframe, but they manage to collaborate adequately for multitasking. Every Lenovo budget-friendly device is equipped with plenty credible features mostly, but we can face minor drawbacks, which shouldn’t be as surprising considering the price factor.

The Lenovo V15-IIL – 82C50075UK is also one of the stellar devices that allow you to play around for extensive usage of applications or programs. While its battery is sufficient, not over-the-top, you will also enjoy binge-watching videos or browsing for longer hours. Let’s get in detail with its review!

SPECS

SKU: 82C50075UK

Processor: (10th Gen) Intel Core i5-1035G1 | 1.0 GHz – 3.6 GHz Max Turbo Speed | Quad Core

RAM: 8GB,

Storage: 256GB SSD

Display: 15.6-inch screen with Full HD (1920 x 1080) Resolution

GPU: Integrated Graphics Intel UHD

OS: Windows 10 Home 64-bit

Weight: 1.85kg

DESIGN & DISPLAY

The design of this laptop is packed in a slim body with sleek chassis and narrow bezels around the display. The screen of 15.6 inches comes with a full HD Resolution and has a nice colour representation that delivers vivid and bright colours. But, the TN panel used here isn’t impressive to provide comfortable viewing angles, although the narrower shape of bezels enhances your view point.

The Lenovo V15-IIL weighs around 1.85 kg, which makes this device a great portable option. Carrying it around for your digital chores won’t bother you much burden, while you hold it single handedly or like to load the backpack. There is also a TPM 2.0 technology being used in the mainframe for keeping the system safe and sound.

PERFORMANCE

The most essential functionality within a laptop is based on its processor and how well it copes with the RAM management and storage. A perfect blend makes the overall speed and performance much higher, so Lenovo V15-IIL lacks nowhere behind in providing us a credible combination. This laptop packs superb power with its core-i5 Intel processor along with 8GB RAM and 256 GB storage. We didn’t experience any particular lag or slowdown while playing or running several applications or programs.

If we talk about gaming aspect, this laptop can stand decently in conducting standard games; however it won’t be able to fully contemplate running excessively heavy games like PUBG or more. But, you can continue to play these games if you are fine with minimal lagging. The graphics we face here are the Integrated UHD graphics by Intel that allow multimedia file editing or watching regular videos.

BATTERY & CONNECTIVITY

The 35 Wh battery pack is included in Lenovo V15-IIL , but the maximum time you will be able to pour out of its usage is around 6 hours, which isn’t too less and isn’t more either. According to the battery level it provides us, there weren’t great expectations of more long lasting hours, so we were fine with the result here. The battery is not super lasting but it’s reliable for traditional users who like to spend their time on extra digital activities. But, we can’t say it’s vulnerable for office or professional users because if you don’t have any issue in plugging your device after some while, then it is definitely for you.

VERDICT

There are number of factors that make the Lenovo V15-IIL a most commonly needed device, whether we talk about Intel core-i5 processor or reliable RAM management. Besides an average screen, this laptop tends to provide maximum productivity and efficient execution with its 8GB RAM and Quad core processor. Mostly this laptop accomplished all its necessary benchmarks in providing us a durable machine, except the screen colour accuracy. The battery isn’t worst, but surely not on the top list. But, within this budget the Lenovo V15-IIL doesn’t fall behind in any major capabilities. This core i5 laptop will come in great use for students and job folks, who have various errands to attain every day.

Lenovo ThinkPad E495 is an affordable business laptop in the ThinkPad E-series. Although Lenovo has opted for AMD components rather than Intel, it is still one of the best office laptops at this price. That is the reason why this AMD Ryzen 5 laptop is creating serious buzz in the laptop market.

We have reviewed the ThinkPad E495 – 20NE000JUK in this article. In case you are considering buying this ThinkPad laptop, continue to read. This review will offer you appropriate and ample information about the Lenovo ThinkPad E495. We have evaluated its specs, design, display, keyboard and battery life as well as its performance.

Specs Sheet

Processor: AMD Quad-Core Ryzen-5 3500U / 2.1GHz Max. Turbo Speed 3.7GHz

RAM: 8GB

Storage: 256GB SSD

Display: 14-inch FHD IPS (1920 x 1080) Resolution

Graphics: AMD Radeon Vega 8 Integrated

Battery: Up to 11 hours

Weight: around 3.85 lbs (1.75 Kg)

Operating System: Windows 10 Pro (64-bit)

SKU: 20NE000JUK

Lenovo ThinkPad E495 looks solid on paper, thanks to its high-end components. Let’s find out whether it can handle tough tasks and live up to the expectations as a business laptop.

Design

As soon as you unbox the ThinkPad E495 – 20NE000JUK, you would notice its top surface. It features a slightly rough surface made of plastic that feels robust and sturdy. You can open its lid with one hand that comes with a durable hinge, which lifts the bottom a bit when you open it.

On the bottom, there are discontinuous grills for hot air vent. The slight lift that hinge provides space for air circulation and helps the fan. We found no flex on the palm rest or the keyboard inside the ThinkPad E495. The build material looks long-lasting and did not scratch when we used it roughly.

Display

The ThinkPad E495 features a 14-inch wide display with a screen resolution of 1920 x 1080. Lenovo claims that its 1080p panel could deliver a screen brightness of 250 nits. Although it is nearly true for the middles of the screen, the average screen brightness of its screen is around 230 nits.

In addition, the manufacturer has integrated the ThinkPad E495 with AMD’s Radeon Vega 8. This is a powerful graphics card and delivers immersive visuals with vivid colours. Overall, its display provides superb visual experience, whether you are streaming videos or working on media editing tools.

Keyboard

Lenovo has included the typical ThinkPad keyboard in this laptop which is nothing but a treat. To be honest, we very much like this keyboard for its long-travel keys, clicky feedback and large keys. Moreover, there are there is a nipple while the trackpad features dedicated mouse buttons on it.

The surface of the trackpad is made of plastic, but you get the feeling of an aluminium lid. However, this business laptop does not have LED-backlit lights on its keyboard.

Connectivity

There is a range of ports on the ThinkPad E495 that you can use to connect peripherals or other devices. These up to date ports include two Type-A ports (USB 3.1 / USB 3.2), a USB 2.0 Type-A and a Type-C 3.1 USB port. In addition, there is an HDMI port and a 3.5mm audio jack. Unfortunately, there is no MicroSD or full-sized SD card reader slot.

Performance

Lenovo has armed the ThinkPad E495 – 20NE000JUK with an AMD processor instead of an Intel one. This is an AMD Ryzen 5 laptop that runs on the Windows 10 Pro operating system. Its quad-core processor offers a basic frequency of 2.1GHz and can deliver the maximum clock speed of 3.7GHz.

Also, there is a 256GB storage drive which is paired with an 8GB RAM. This is a single-channel RAM, but you can always add another RAM module. Adding another model will not only increase speed but also improve the Vega 8 graphics card performance. Nevertheless, its processor is still ahead of competitors, thanks to its SSD drive.

Coming to its battery performance, Lenovo claims that the ThinkPad E495 can deliver up to 11 hours of battery life. However, we tested this claim by putting the ThinkPad E495 under stress and ran some heavy software and media tools. Although the claim was never met, the laptop still performs good and delivered a battery life of more than 9 hours.

Verdict

Lenovo ThinkPad E495 is an affordable business laptop that comes with an 8GB memory, SSD storage and an FHD display. This is a quad-core laptop with a small footprint that lives up to the expectations. All in all, the ThinkPad E495 – 20NE000JUK is a decent choice for creative professionals. You can work on it whether you are sitting in your office, home or on the go.

Medion Akoya S6445 is a budget laptop that helps you accomplish more in less time. The Akoya series has earned fame for its usability and is manufactured by a Lenovo owned German company, Medion. So, one could expect that Akoya laptops would feature the good qualities that we have seen in Lenovo laptops. The Akoya series offer budget-friendly laptops that assist you in compiling data, editing pictures and other daily tasks.

As an entry-level laptop, the Akoya S6445 has incredibly powerful hardware on it. This budget laptop features a Core i5 CPU, 8GB RAM, 512GB SSD drive along with a 15.6-inch wide NanoEdge display. These are powerful features that you only get in high-end mid-range laptops. And that is exactly why we decided to review its performance and functionality.

The model we tested to evaluate performance was the Akoya S6445 – 30025959. We reviewed its design, display, keyboard functionality and evaluated its performance under different circumstances. Here’s a detailed review of the strengths and weaknesses of Medion Akoya S6445.

Specs Sheet

Processor: Intel Quad-Core i5-8265U (8th Gen.) / 1.6GHz Max. Turbo Speed 3.9GHz

RAM: 8GB

Storage: 512GB SSD

Display: 15.6-inch FHD (1920 x 1080) Resolution

Graphics: Intel UHD 620 Integrated

Battery: Up to 4.5 hours Weight: around 3.92lbs (1.78kg)

Operating System: Windows 10 Home

SKU: 30025959

The hardware appears to be worth the price when one looks at its specs sheet. But can it handle tough tasks and live up to expectations? Or it is just another average laptop that boasts powerful components but delivers less. That’s something that you are going to find out at the end of this review article.

Design

Medion Akoya S6445 – 30025959 is a modest example of German quality and design. It is made of super-light aluminium material that offers it a thin, ultra-portable look. Medion has equipped it with a lightweight chassis that weighs around 3.92lbs (1.78kg). We found the Akoya S6445 to be extremely friendly for commuters and its eye-catching design makes it a handy laptop.

Display

Akoya S6445 comes with a 15.6-inch wide FHD NanoEdge Display with a 1080p screen resolution. Medion has equipped it with the Intel UHD 620 GPU that makes sure you get rich visuals. You will get a bright screen with vivid colours whether you are streaming Netflix or editing an image. Plus, 15.6-inch widescreen means you can open and work on multiple files with ease.

Keyboard

Medion Akoya S6445 comes with a full-sized keyboard that has appropriate key travel. It is an island-style keyboard that offers help you type more without putting pressure on your fingers. The keys have nice tactile depth and deliver a pleasant click impression when you press them. The numeric keyboard is an additional feature which accountants and students will find very useful.

Connectivity

The Akoya S6445 has enough ports to connect you with the peripherals. It houses two Type-A USB (3.2 Gen. 2) ports, a traditional USB 2.0 port, an HDMI and a 3.5mm audio/mic jack. In addition to these, there is a Type-C USB (3.2 Gen. 2) port to facilitates fast data transfer.

However, the device does not have a Thunderbolt 3 port on it. Although its good to have such a port, we find this selection of ports satisfactory at this price.

Performance

The Akoya S6445 – 30025959 is equipped with an 8th generation core i5 CPU with a base clock speed of 1.6GHz. This is a quad-core processor that can deliver a maximum turbo speed of 3.9GHz and runs on the Windows 10 Home OS. Moreover, there is an 8GB RAM and 256GB SSD drive attached to it.

This is a decent combination of components that can offer powerful performance on demand. You can run office programs, compile and work on data files and use it for entertainment. The Akoya S6445 can withstand tough tasks and handle your everyday workload. We tested its performance by running a dozen Chrome tabs and find no delays.

Medion Akoya S6445 is good for multitasking but if you are an avid gamer, this is not the laptop for you. However, you can enjoy modern games with low settings and at low resolution. We find its webcam to be good for video calling, while the built-in ‘Dolby Audio’ speakers are a real treat

Battery Life

The laptop features a 42.6 Wh, 3-cell battery that the manufacturer claim can offer up to 4.5 hours of battery life. This is a below-average battery, not only for such a high-end laptop but also considering its competitors. However, the rapid charging technology makes up for this, while DDR4 memory also saved energy by consuming lower voltage.

Verdict

Medion Akoya S6445 – 30025959 surprises you with its hardware selection at such a low price. This is a powerful computing device with the latest tech that can handle tough office tasks. There are a few better options available in the laptop market with such specs and features. The Akoya S6445 is a good pick if you are willing to gulp a below-average battery.

Lenovo ThinkPad X270 is a 12.5-inch productive powerhouse that offers the best value for money. It promises a long battery life, a fantastic keyboard and durable design without compromising over hardware. Although it does not come cheap, its high-end components make up for the price. You get a lightweight package that possesses plenty of ports and is lap friendly. It is the perfect device for productivity-centric users, thanks to its superior usability.

The ThinkPad X270 i3 can handle your everyday tasks and run office programs with ease. It is highly manageable and features a convenient setup in case you need to service or upgrade it. Lenovo has built the X270 with a user-friendly design, keeping in mind the work needs of both an IT technician and a business professional.

We have reviewed the ThinkPad X270 – 20K5S5T900 to evaluate its performance. We have tested this small business laptop for its design, display, keyboard functionality and battery life performance.

Specs Sheet

SKU: 20K5S5T900

Processor: Intel Core i3-6100U (6th Gen.) / 2.30GHz

RAM: 8GB

Storage: 128GB SSD

Display: 12.5-inch HD (1366 x 768) Resolution

Graphics: Intel HD 520 Integrated

Battery: Up to 13 hours Weight: around 3 lbs (1.36kg)

Operating System: Windows 10 Pro (64-bit)

Design

The ThinkPad X270 – 20K5S5T900 boasts the same raven-black, rectangular aesthetics as most ThinkPads. Its deck features the regular, hard texture, while the chassis is made of glass-fibre-reinforced plastic. The lid has a soft touch, but what we liked about its design was its compactness. You can easily place it on a small tray table, your lap or in a backpack.

Regardless Of its small size, the X270 has a generous screen, supportive palm rest and a full-size keyboard. It can withstand the knocks and bumps, as it has been tested against 12 military-grade requirements. So, you can go on hiking, with your ThinkPad X270 in your backpack.

Display

The ThinkPad X270 features a 12.5-inch wide HD display with a screen resolution of 1366 x 768. Thanks to Intel HD 520 Integrated graphics, the screen delivers vibrant visuals. You get to enjoy bright, vivid colours with sharp visuals and high-quality images. Whether you want to enjoy a movie or want to edit images, the X270 delivers what you could expect from it.

We played ‘The Rise of Skywalker’ on the ThinkPad X270 and it was awesome. The colour stayed true to the left and right, and even up to 45 degrees.

Keyboard

One of the best features of Lenovo ThinkPad X270 is its keyboard. In fact, this is one of the best keyboards that we have tested so far. The keys are gently curved and feel nice without looking, while their placement is just perfect. There is a 17mm deep travel and keys require an actuation force of 62 grams.

Connectivity

Lenovo has added plenty of ports on the ThinkPad X270, in fact, it has almost every port that a professional may want. Its left side houses an optional smart card reader, an HDMI, a power connector, and a USB 3 port. In addition, there is a Type-C USB port that can be used to output multiple monitors or charge the device.

On the right side, there is a 3.5mm audio jack, another USB 3.0 port, a Kensington lock slot, and a SIM card slot. Also, there is an SD card reader and a full-size Ethernet port.

Performance

Lenovo ThinkPad X270 – 20K5S5T900 comes with a 6th generation core i3 processor with a base frequency of 2.30GHz. The processor runs on the Windows 10 Pro operating system. In addition, Lenovo has added a 128GB SSD storage and an 8GB high memory to this lap friendly business laptop.

As far as its performance is concerned, the X270 is a power-packed business laptop. Lenovo has housed the right specs that look just perfect and work flawlessly. It only took 20 seconds to copy 5GB data files, which is impressive. Thanks to its SSD storage and Intel HD 520 graphics, you can edit light media files.

Battery Life

The ThinkPad X270 features a high-capacity battery that Lenovo claims could last for up to 13 hours. We tested this claim by continuous surfing and writing this review. Although it did not last for 13 hours, we are able to extract more than 12.5 hours of battery life. This is almost 50% longer than its competitors and the class average.

Verdict

All in all, we found the ThinkPad X270 – 20K5S5T900 an exceptional business laptop. Not only it has the right specs, but it also delivers in terms of performance. A long-lasting battery, ultra-portability and superior usability are its major benefits that we liked the most.

Those are in quest of an affordable all-rounder laptop; they should look into Lenovo’s S540 series. Lenovo IdeaPad S540 is a budget-friendly multimedia laptop that offers a premium look and feel. Inside its sleek body, the IdeaPad S540 packs high-end hardware that can deliver heavy-duty performance. Reviewing this model for its performance was nothing but a treat for us.

Lenovo has launched the IdeaPad S540 in 13, 14, or 15-inch versions with varying specs. We tested the IdeaPad S540 – 81NE0024UK which is a 15.6-inch laptop. You have to look for “15IWL” label in case you want to buy this display size.

Let’s see what Lenovo IdeaPad S540 has to offer and what are its weaknesses and strengths. We have reviewed its design and build as well as display, keyboard and battery for functionality and performance.

Specs sheet

SKU: 81NE0024UK

Processor: Intel (Quad-Core) i7-8565U (8th Gen.) / 1.8GHz Max. Turbo Speed 4.6GHz

Storage: 1TB HDD

RAM: 8GB

Display: 15.6-inch FHD IPS (1920 x 1080) Resolution

Graphics: Intel UHD 620 Integrated

Battery: Up to 12 hours

Weight: around 4.18 lbs (1.9 kg)

Operating System: Windows 10 Home (64-bit)

Design

We reviewed the Lenovo IdeaPad S540 – 81NE0024UK model in mineral grey colour. It amazed us with its ultra-slim luxurious look and diamond-cut, anodized aluminium body. This specific model weighs around 4.18 lbs (1.9 kg) with a 19 mm thick profile. Corners are rounded throughout the body and give it a premium look.

Aluminium makes sure that its base can’t be wrapped, while the slim bezels inside the lid are made of plastic. Lenovo has placed the fan vent in the back instead of the sides.

Display

The IdeaPad S540 features matte IPS display along with a 15.6-inch widescreen. It offers a screen resolution of 1920 x 1080 with a brightness of 300 nits. The screen brightness percentage is 88%, which is great for a laptop with such a price. The screen showed slow display response and we find it unsatisfactory for gaming.

However, the display is great if you want to stream videos or edit images. Thanks to Intel UHD 620 graphic card, you get magnificent visuals with bright colours.

Keyboard

Keys on the IdeaPad S540 are well-labelled and sufficiently large and the pressure point is reasonably comfortable. The noise development is curtailed and although the stroke is quiet, it is still noticeable. Lenovo has added a two-step keyboard illumination which is optional and helps you type in the dark surroundings. Up and Down arrow keys are reduced in size, almost by half which we find annoying.

The touchpad is appropriate for a laptop of this size and is about 4.1 x 2.8 inches in size. Lenovo has integrated the keys into the touchpad which you cannot press at the same time. The surface is relatively gliding, and we find the input to be accurate, even around the edges and corners.

Connectivity

Lenovo IdeaPad S540 features a full-sized SD card reader and three USB slots of which one is Type C. In addition, there is an audio jack port and an HDMI port. Sadly, it lacks Thunderbolt 3 or a LAN connection, which is kind of ungenerous. Absence of Type-C charging port is another issue that could break the hearts of many potential buyers.

Performance

Lenovo IdeaPad S540 – 81NE0024UK packs some solid components when it comes to specs. It is armed with an 8th generation Core i7 processor that runs on the Windows 10 Home PS. This is a quad-core processor that could deliver a basic clock speed of 1.8GHz with a maximum turbo speed of 4.6GHz.

In addition, there is an 8GB RAM to ensure smooth, high-speed performance. Then there is an enormous 1TB HDD storage, which is enough to store data for years. Practically, the IdeaPad S540 is an all-rounder laptop that could handle any task that you would throw towards it. There is an additional slot for a single RAM, and you could upgrade its memory up to 36GB.

Battery Life

The IdeaPad S540 comes with a built-in battery that is also the best part of this budget laptop. Lenovo claims that you would get up to 12 hours of battery life on a single charge. Of course, it lasted less than 12 hours of WLAN test, but it is still a good battery. At reduced brightens, we get around 14 hours of video playback and more than 7 hours at maximum brightness.

Verdict

Lenovo IdeaPad S540 is an outstanding laptop with some serious specs and features. An elegant design, enormous storage, high-speed CPU and long-lasting battery are some main advantages. Of course, it has some demerits as well such as a noisy fan and average keyboard. Overall, the IdeaPad S540 offers the real value for money and performs well as an all-rounder multimedia laptop.

The Pixel Slate 12.3″ is the latest and first premium device that is a tablet and runs on the Chrome OS. With this incredible device, Google has tried to compete with the Surface Pro and iPad Pro. It has a stylish design, powerful hardware, attractive display and sufficient accessory ecosystem. 

Considering the hardware, the Pixel Slate looks like a device that is up to the task. In addition, Google has offered some features with this convertible Pixel Slate that Apple refuses to. For example, it has more open hardware and a full, desktop-class browser, but is Google Pixel Slate worth the price? 

Well, we have tried to find out what the Pixel Slate 12.3″ has to offer at this price. We have reviewed its hardware, features, functionality and performance along with battery life. 

Specs Sheet 

Processor: Intel Dual-Core i5-8200Y (8th Gen.) / 1.3GHz Max. Turbo Speed 3.9GHz 

Display: 12.3-inch FHD (3000 x 2000) Resolution 

Graphics: Intel UHD 615 Integrated 

RAM: 8GB Storage: 128GB SSD 

Battery: up to 10 hours Weight: 2.9lbs 

Operating System: Chrome OS 

Based on the hardware, Google Pixel Slate looks impressive and powerful device. Let’s find out whether it has the features and software to match its hardware. 

Design 

Google Pixel Slate comes in dark Midnight Blue colour that gives a hint of elegance and class. Moreover, this colour allows the Pixel Slate to blend in a modern office. It features anodized aluminium chassis which is durable and can handle the knocks and bumps. However, the device bezels look a little chunky, compared to the new iPad Pro models. 

Without the keyboard, the Pixel Slate is around 0.3 inches thick and weighs around 1.6lbs. If we compare it with Apple and Microsoft devices, it is somewhat lighter than the Microsoft Surface Pro 6 but thicker and heavier than the iPad Pro 12.9-inch.  

With the keyboard, Google Pixel Slate feels a little less portable and weighs around 2.9lbs. with an attached keyboard, its thickness also doubles to 0.6 inches. 

Display 

Google Pixel Slate comes with a 12.3-inch FHD display with a 3000 x 2000 screen resolution. Its screen generates 120 percent of the sRGB colour spectrum. This is slightly higher than the 116 percent average colour spectrum. We tested and viewed its display at 35 degrees to the right and left, and its colours stayed strong. 

The Pixel Slate emits up to 337-nit which is also higher than premium laptop average of 316 nits. In comparison to Apple and Microsoft devices, this is a lower number. Surface Pro 6 delivers 408 nits while iPad Pro delivers 484 nits. 

Keyboard 

Google offers an additional keyboard with the Pixel Slate like Apple and Microsoft. The Pixel Slate comes with a unique keyboard with powerful magnets that holds the tablet in place. You can also adjust the angles to any position using the magnets for a better view and usage. 

As compared to the iPad Pro’s Smart Keyboard Folio, Google Pixel Slate has a comfy keyboard, with backlit keys and decent travel. Thanks to its breezy clicks, we were able to write 77 wpm which is impressive considering our 85 words per average. 

Connectivity 

Google Pixel Slate gets a clear edge on iPad Pros when it comes to ports and connectivity. Not only it supports external storage, but it also has one more than the new iPad Pros. Its dual USB Type-C ports make it easy for the user to connect external devices and transfer data files. 

However, Google has not included an audio jack as the Pixel Slate comes with a Type-C to 3.5mm audio adapter. 

Performance 

We tested the Pixel Slate with 8GB RAM and 8th Gen. Intel Core i5-8200Y. This is a highly productive combination that can deliver decent productivity with enough speed. We observed no difference in performance even after splitting the screen between a dozen tabs and a 1080p YouTube video. 

However, Google Pixel Slate turned with a less thrilling number on the Geekbench 4 general performance test. The 2-in-1 touchscreen laptop falls below the premium laptop average of 12,792 with 8,071. 

On the contrary, the Pixel Slate provides above-average performance as a premium convertible laptop. It offers superb visuals with vivid colours, thanks to Intel UHD 615 Integrated graphics. You can run heavy software with ease and creative professionals can use media editing software without any lagging. 

Battery life 

Google claims that the Pixel Slate has a battery that can keep its tab alive for up to 10 hours. On our battery performance test, Google Pixel Slate lived up to its performances and delivered 9 hours and 51 minutes of battery life. This is 1.5 hours more than the average battery expectation and half an hour more than the Surface Pro 6. 

Verdict 

Overall, Google Pixel Slate is a decent 2-in-1 touchscreen laptop that lives up to most of the expectations. This is a powerful laptop to carry around for creative work and other office tasks.

Google launched its first Pixelbook in 2017 as a worthy successor to its Chromebook Pixel. This is a move made by Google to compete with Microsoft and Apple in the premium laptop category. The latest addition to the Pixelbook range is Google Pixelbook Go.

For those who want to know the difference between a Chromebook and Pixelbook, both run on the same Chrome operating system. The major difference lies in their prices and specs. Unlike Chromebooks, Pixelbooks come with higher price tags and with serious high-end hardware.

In this article, we have reviewed the Google Pixelbook Go 13.3″ for you. We have tested the Pixelbook Go 13.3″ features, specs and functionality in detail.

Specs Sheet

Processor: Intel Quad-Core i5-8200Y (8th Gen.) / 1.4GHz

Display: 13.3-inch FHD (1920 x 1080) Resolution

Graphics: Intel UHD 615 (IGP)

RAM: 8GB     Storage: 128GB SSD

Battery: Up to 12 hours   Weight: 2lbs

Operating System: Chrome OS

With an 8th generation Core i5 processor, the Pixelbook Go 13.3″ looks solid on paper. It has all the right specs that you would want in a premium laptop.

Design

The Pixelbook Go has an elegant design that is eye-catching and infectious. This is a highly portable, lightweight laptop that weighs around two pounds and is only 13mm thin. Google has released this Pixelbook in two different colours names as “Not Pink” and “Just Black”.

Its magnesium alloy frame is painted in matte texture and to make it grabby, Google has introduced the rippled base. This unique design makes it easy for the user to grip the Pixelbook. We tested the frame for casual knocks and found it resistant to flex and pressure.

Display

The Pixelbook Go that we tested for its performance has a 13.3-inch FHD wide display with a 1920 x 1080 screen resolution. Google has utilized a 1080p touchscreen which you would expect in a laptop with a high price tag. The screen displayed vivid colours with accuracy and vibrancy when we streamed high-quality videos.

Thanks to Intel UHD 615 (IGP) graphics, you can also watch videos in 4K Molecular Display.

Keyboard

One of the best and main highlight features of the Pixelbook Go is its keyboard. This is a backlit keyboard with some improvements in its ‘Hush’ design and Google has brought back silent Pixelbook keys. This is a perfect combination of forceful feedback and silence that you would have ever experienced before.

Connectivity

Google has equipped the Pixelbook Go with two USB-C 3.1 ports and a 3.5mm audio jack. Although this is not an ideal port selection, the ports are enough if you consider the price and other features. the two USB-C 3.1 ports can handle both tasks, display output and charging.

Also, if we look at its specs, the Pixelbook Go is a mid-range laptop with high-end configurations. And the addition of Thunderbolt 3 ports is a big feature considering its price tag.

Performance

Google Pixelbook Go is equipped with an 8th generation I 5 processor that runs on the Chrome operating system. We tested the Pixelbook Go for causal office tasks and heavy software and ran some creative programs on it. The laptop delivers remarkable performance under pressure, while we opened multiple tabs including YouTube streaming.

The laptop can playback 1080p videos without stuttering and you could enjoy gaming as well. Moreover, the Pixelbook Go can run Android games that you could download directly from the Play Store.

Battery life

The Pixelbook Go features a powerful battery that can keep the screen alive for almost 12 hours. This simply means that you can accomplish tasks on the go without having battery anxiety. The fast charging features can top up the 2 hours battery time after just 20 minutes of charging.

Verdict

Overall, the Pixelbook Go is a decent high-end Chrome OS laptop that can compete with the Surface Pro. It has premium specs and features that you would want to in an expensive laptop. Considering its specs, Google Pixelbook Go offers real value for money and you should buy it if you need a sleek, stylish laptop.