Background
The Lenovo IdeaPad U300s is a laptop that was released a few weeks after its official announcement; the exact release date isn't provided. It comes in two versions: the standard model with a 1.6 GHz Intel Core i5-2467M processor, 4 GB RAM, 128 GB SSD, and integrated Intel HD 3000 graphics; and a higher-end version with a 1.8 GHz i7 CPU and a 256 GB SSD. It features a 13.3-inch display with a resolution of 1366 x 768 pixels, a 4 cell battery, and weighs 2.9 pounds with a uniform height of 0.59 inches.
The U300s offers a metal chassis in orange and dark gray and includes a range of ports such as two USB slots, one being USB 3.0, a full-size HDMI, and an Ethernet port, but it lacks a card reader and VGA port. Other notable features include Intel’s Wireless Display (WiDi) technology, RapidCharge for quick battery replenishment, SRS Premium Surround Sound, and a 1.3 MP webcam capable of 720p video recording. The laptop also provides a quality typing experience with an excellent keyboard and a glass touchpad that supports multi-touch gestures. The battery life lasts approximately 5 hours of daily use, and the device runs cool and quiet. However, it is noted that the screen is glossy, which may be challenging to view outdoors, and the keyboard lacks backlighting.
Technical Specifications
- Processor (Standard Model): 1.6 GHz Intel Core i5-2467M
- RAM: 4 GB
- Graphics: Integrated Intel HD 3000
- SSD (Standard Model): 128 GB
- Processor (Top Version): 1.8 GHz i7 CPU
- SSD (Top Version): 256 GB
- Display: 13.3-inch, 1366 x 768 pixels resolution
- Battery: 4 Cell, about 36 Wh
- Colors Available: Orange, Dark Gray
- Chassis Material: Metal
- USB Slots: Two (including one USB 3.0)
- Video & Networking Ports: Full size HDMI and Ethernet
- Card Reader: None
- VGA Port: None
- Wireless Technology: Intel’s WiDi
- Rapid Charging: Up to 50% in 30 minutes
- Sound Technology: SRS Premium Surround Sound
- Webcam: 1.3 MPx, 720p HD video recording
- Weight: 2.9 pounds (1.34 kilos)
- Height: 0.59 inches
- Construction: Uniform height, Aluminum palm-rest, and screen bezel
- Arm-Rest Area: Decently sized
- Battery Life: Average, about 5 hours
- Cooling: Runs cool and noise-free
- Speakers: Decent
- Screen: Glossy finish
- Keyboard Backlighting: None
- Touchpad: Glass, supports multi-touch gestures