expiredPartyRock_ posted Nov 25, 2021 06:35 PM
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expiredPartyRock_ posted Nov 25, 2021 06:35 PM
Lenovo Ideapad 5 Pro: 16" 2560x1600, Ryzen 5 5600H, 8GB DDR4, 512GB SSD
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Note: Some of the specs on Microsoft's site are wrong. This has a 16:10 2560x1600 display, and not the 1440p as stated on the product page. If the RAM was not soldered (not upgradable), this would have been a great deal.
Processor
AMD Ryzen 5 5600H (6C / 12T, 3.3 / 4.2GHz, 3MB L2 / 16MB L3)
Graphics
Integrated AMD Radeon Graphics
Chipset
AMD SoC Platform
Memory
8GB Soldered DDR4-3200
Memory Slots
Memory soldered to systemboard, no slots, dual-channel
Max Memory
8GB soldered memory, not upgradable
Storage
512GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0x4 NVMe
Storage Support
One drive, up to 512GB M.2 2242 SSD or 1TB M.2 2280 SSD
Card Reader
4-in-1 Card Reader
Optical
None
Audio Chip
High Definition (HD) Audio, Realtek ALC3287 codec
Speakers
Stereo speakers, 2W x2, optimized with Dolby Atmos
Camera
IR & 720p + ToF Sensor
Microphone
2x, Array
Battery
Integrated 75Wh
Max Battery Life
MobileMark 2018: 13 hr (integrated graphics model)
Power Adapter
95W USB-C (3-pin)
Display
16" WQXGA (2560x1600) IPS 350nits Anti-glare, 60Hz, 100% sRGB
Touchscreen
None
Keyboard
Backlit, English (US)
Case Color
Storm Grey
Surface Treatment
Aluminium Anodizing Stamping
Case Material
Aluminium (Top), Aluminium (Bottom)
Dimensions (WxDxH)
356 x 251 x 16.9-18.4 mm (14.02 x 9.88 x 0.67-0.72 inches)
Weight
1.9 kg (4.19 lbs)
SOFTWARE
Operating System
Windows 11 Home 64, English
Ethernet
None
WLAN + Bluetooth
11ac, 2x2 + BT5.1
Standard Ports
1x USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
1x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (support data transfer, Power Delivery 3.0 and DisplayPort 1.4)
1x Card reader
1x Headphone / microphone combo jack (3.5mm)
1x USB 3.2 Gen 1
1x HDMI 1.4b
Optional Ports (configured)
1x USB-C 2.0 (support data transfer and Power Delivery 3.0, model with integrated graphics)
SECURITY & PRIVACY
Security Chip
Firmware TPM 2.0
Fingerprint Reader
None
Other Security
IR camera for Windows Hello
SERVICE
Base Warranty
1-year, Depot
Included Upgrade
None
CERTIFICATIONS
Green Certifications
ENERGY STAR 8.0
ErP Lot 3
RoHS compliant
Other Certifications
TÜV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Hardware Solution)
TÜV Rheinland Eyesafe Display
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Because if you're the type of person who will appreciate the top tier screen on this, you're also the type of person who is likely doing more serious work on your system than browsing the web with a few tabs, and you can't get by with just 8GB of memory.
So weird!
The Intel model is $100 more but uses a Geforce MX450. That actually might be the better buy because at least the video card there has it's own memory, so it's kind of like having 10GB instead of the 8GB in this model.
Edit: I see the LG gram is $1200. Still, that's the next cheapest laptop I can find with this screen resolution in a 16"
As for your original curiosity about 8GB vs. 16GB main memory, the rationale is simple: 16GB will accommodate a change/increase in:
Before we even get into the above two change scenarios, available RAM is already diminished for laptops that have integrated graphics (i.e., a portion of main memory is allocated to graphical processing). Further, consumer laptop CPUs as a rule cannot be replaced/upgraded.
Now, considering the two change scenarios I mentioned above:
- Change/increase in usage demand means you're doing more of some combination of: multitasking (more concurrent apps), crunching more data, using more compute-intensive data;
- Change/increase in (future) apps' compute demand is inevitable, as even the common usage apps become bigger (requiring more storage) and more robust (more functionality and commonly more input/output data, etc.) Even the contemporary way software is updated is increasingly storage intensive, as it embraces sub-optimal coding & resource mgt. in favor of timely incremental releases and "improve-as-you-go" refinement.
The aforementioned reasoning implies an important purchasing practice -- while you can't do much (if anything) about CPU, you can in fact 'insure' your laptop's long-term usefulness by buying more rather than less main memory, or at least the ability to add memory.EDIT: Given the competitive, accelerating pace at which software providers are innovating of late, the 8GB (vs.12GB) vs. 16GB decision is more important than ever...even for the casual computer user.
Hope this helps.
Edit: I see the LG gram is $1200. Still, that's the next cheapest laptop I can find with this screen resolution in a 16"
Aspect Ratio: 16:10
Processor: AMD Ryzen 5 5600H 3.3GHz up to 4.25GHz
Memory: 8GB 3200MHz DDR4
Hard drive size: 512GB NVMe SSD
Operating System: Windows 11 Home 64 Bit
PC Type: Laptop (non-gaming)
Media Drive: Dolby Atmos
Video (Graphics): AMD Radeon RX Vega6
Ports:
• 1 USB 2.0 Type C (support data transfer and Power Delivery 3.0)
• 2 USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type A
• 1 HDMI
• 1Mic/Headphone combo
Battery: 75WH 4 cell Lithium Polymer (up to 10 Hours battery life)*
Camera: IR 1M
Wireless: 2x2 802.11AX
Bluetooth: Bluetooth 5
Dimensions: 0.67 x 9.88 x 14.02 in (17.02 x 250.95 x 356.11 mm)
Weight: 4.40 lbs (2.00 kg)
Color: Storm Gray
Model Number: 82L500F5US
Backlit Keyboard: Yes
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I bought an IdeaPad 5 a few months ago and returned it unopened after learning about this issue.
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