Lenovo IdeaPad 1 i5 13th Gen 16GB RAM 256GB Storage

Lenovo IdeaPad 1 (2025) Overview

Design and Display

Talking about the design, the IdeaPad 1 (2025) follows a similar design pattern that we see on older IdeaPad Slim 3 laptops. The laptop also weighs around 1.62 kg, making it perfect for daily use. For colors, we have Abyss blue, Cloud grey, and Sand options.

Moving towards the display, it features a 15.6-inch Full HD (1920x1080) IPS display with a 300-nit brightness. The display also comes with 45% NTSC color coverage, which is decent for watching content or doing basic color correction tasks.

Performance and Memory

Inside the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 is an Intel 13th Gen “Raptor Lake CPU,” specifically the i5-1335U with 10 cores and 12 threads running at a maximum frequency of 4.6 GHz. The i5-1335U is an entry-level processor in Intel's 13th Generation family of processors that handles basic applications and some light video editing. 

For graphics, here we have to rely on the integrated Intel Iris Xe graphics, which is decent for casual, lightweight gaming. For memory, here we have various configuration options available. You get 8GB of RAM soldered to the motherboard, 256GB of standard storage, and upgrade options such as 512GB of storage or 16GB of RAM, as needed.

Connectivity and Battery

Talking about connectivity, here we get Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.1 for wireless connectivity, and for physical connectivity, here we have various ports such as one USB 2.0, one USB 3.2 Gen1, one USB 3.2 Gen1, one HDMI 1.4b, one headphone mic combo, and finally a microSD card reader.

The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 features a 42Wh battery and comes with a 65W charger in the box.

Who should get it?

The Lenovo Ideapad 1 (2025) is a perfect pick for students or anyone who needs an entry-level laptop for everyday tasks. It is good for basic tasks such as web browsing, attending online classes, working on documents, and more.