

The $499 price tag for my review unit is creeping into the upper echelon of Chromebook pricing, which, particularly given the Snapdragon processor, may have some balking, but the hardware justifies that cost. The larger display also allows for a full-size keyboard, which is a night and day difference from the original Chromebook Duet’s Lilliputian keys. Some of this is the larger size, which admittedly does make it less portable, but at 2.24 pounds, that’s only marginally true and well worth it if you watch videos or do any multitasking. While you can see the DNA of the Chromebook Duet in the Duet 5, it’s an astounding transformation, more reminiscent of a Pokemon evolution than a natural generational upgrade. Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: The Lenovo Chromebook Duet 5 is a larger, more premium version of the Chromebook Duet from 2020. This is definitely one of the best Chromebooks from Lenovo in quite some time. If you need portability, versatility, or just want the best media consumption experience, the Duet 5 is impossible to beat. There are other nice options around $500 in the Chromebook space, like the Galaxy Chromebook 2, but those are all traditional clamshell models. The Duet 5 beats the HP Chromebook x2 11 in nearly every way, most importantly in performance, battery life, and keyboard comfort on the go.

However, those looking for the best tablet experience with Chrome OS, you’ll want the bigger brother. Of course, if you want to spend way less money and get a smaller, less impressive display, the original Lenovo Duet is still fine too. At a price point of $499 at Best Buy, this is the best premium Chrome OS tablet ever made. If you’re looking for a Chrome OS tablet, there really isn’t another one I’d recommend over the Duet 5. Lenovo IdeaPad Duet 5 Chromebook Review: Best Chrome OS Tablet Ever!Ībsolutely. Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: It’s not as sturdy as a convertible or clamshell would be and the typing experience isn’t top-notch. Compared to more fully-featured Chromebooks, the Duet 5 lacks some basic features such as a headphone jack, expandable storage, and a full set of ports for accessories and multimedia devices. It delivers excellent wireless performance, though the Qualcomm (rather than Intel) processor does mean it’s not the best option for gaming or power users. The brilliant OLED panel is a standout feature, as is the healthy 11-hour battery life. Beyond the form factor, the hardware itself is well-conceived and manufactured. Moreover, it’s thinner and lighter than many convertible or clamshell Chromebooks. It allows you to easily switch between modes thanks to the removable keyboard and folio design. This flexible device can act like a tablet or a laptop depending on your needs or preferences. Lenovo put together a solid offering in the IdeaPad Duet 5 Chromebook. 80% Lenovo IdeaPad Duet 5 Chromebook review: A compelling option in a me-too market
