Lenovo Ideapad YOGA 13

47 reviews

May, 2013

Positive
Screen (19)
Design (16)
Build quality (7)
Usability (5)
Performance (4)

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Value for money (12)
Energy (1)
Connectivity (1)

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 47 reviews from magazines and websites. People are impressed by the performance and usability. The build quality and design are also appreciated. The touchpad and resolution get mixed reviews. Some have doubts about the energy efficiency and connectivity.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Laptops the Lenovo Ideapad YOGA 13 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 98/100 = Excellent quality.

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Expert review by: Allen Ngo (notebookcheck.net)

Review Lenovo IdeaPad Yoga 13 Ultrabook

Split Personality. With full 360-degree hinges and touchscreen capabilities, the Yoga series is perhaps Lenovo?s most ambitious addition to the IdeaPad family to date. Its launch and hardware were designed to coincide with the release of Windows 8,...

Beautiful IPS display ; Fully functional 10-finger touchscreen ; Extremely versatile ; Relatively cool under load ; Good, stylish build quality ; Better than average maximum brightness ; Strong hinges ; User-removable SSD and RAM

Slightly thicker/heavier than current Ultrabooks ; Underwhelming GPU performance ; Average battery life ; Average keyboard feedback ; Average outdoor usability ; Non-removable battery ; No included stylus ; No backlight keyboard

The 360-degree hinges work seemlessly and function well. We would love to see this ability on more Windows 8 IdeaPad models in the future

Nov, 2012

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Expert review by: Brian Westover (pcmag.com)

Lenovo IdeaPad Yoga 13

The Lenovo IdeaPad Yoga 13 is almost everything we want in a hybrid ultrabook. As an ultrabook, the Yoga 13 offers an uncompromised computing experience, while wedding Windows 8 with the touch screen it deserves, and delivering performance that will...

Solid Windows 8 ultrabook. Folds back for tablet and stand modes. Excellent keyboard. Speedy performance thanks to Intel Core i5-3317U processor and 128GB solid-state drive

Too large and heavy for comfort as a tablet

The Lenovo IdeaPad Yoga 13 is a solid ultrabook, but as a tablet, it's a little too big for comfort. Otherwise, the Yoga 13 has the best hybrid design we've seen so far.

Nov, 2012

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Expert review by: Dana Wollman (engadget.com)

Lenovo IdeaPad Yoga 13 review

Make no mistake: Lenovo is taking this Windows 8 thing very seriously. The company's first-generation of Win 8 devices includes everything from a laptop / tablet hybrid to a classic convertible laptop with a swiveling display. Then there's the Yoga....

Amazingly versatile design ; Thin and light for a convertible ; Bright, crisp IPS display

Jumpy trackpad ; Parts of the keyboard feel cramped

The Yoga 13's shape-shifting design makes it the most intriguing Windows 8 convertible we've seen. It's not perfect, but it's still a good choice among Ultrabooks.

Nov, 2012

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Expert review by: David Pierce (theverge.com)

Lenovo IdeaPad Yoga 13 review

In this first run of Windows 8 devices, manufacturers are essentially throwing things against the wall to see what sticks. We've seen every size, every form factor, every direction and angle of rotation — companies are trying desperately to figure out...

Lots of form factors in one device ; Good, high-res display ; Great keyboard

Finicky touchscreen ; A few software and performance bugs ; Touchpad is maddeningly inconsistent

A big step in the right direction, but I'd wait for step two or three

Nov, 2012

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Lenovo IdeaPad Yoga 13

When Lenovo first introduced the IdeaPad Yoga 13 at CES last January, the innovative hinge design made this Ultrabook the belle of the ball. Designed for Windows 8, this device literally bent over backwards to accommodate all of the operating system's...

360-degree hinge and multiple modes from laptop to tablet ; Hinge feels sturdy ; Overall solid build ; Beautiful display with wide viewing angles ; Responsive touchscreen ; Speedy performance

Keyboard exposed in tablet mode ; Shrunken keys on the right side of keyboard ; Few ports

Though we wish it had more ports and the keyboard didn't have those minor frustrations, overall, we have no trouble recommending this Ultrabook.

Nov, 2012

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Expert review by: Eric Abent (slashgear.com)

Lenovo IdeaPad Yoga 13 Review

With so many Windows 8 PCs launching in the next couple months, manufacturers are going to have find something to make their machines stand out. Lenovo has taken this idea to extremes with one of its new computers, the IdeaPad Yoga 13. Convertibles are...

Those prices may be a little difficult to swallow, but I think if you have a bit of extra cash you’re willing to part with, you probably won’t be disappointed with the Yoga 13. I liked the time I spent with it a lot, and if you want a good Windows 8...

Nov, 2012

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Expert review by: Dan Ackerman (cnet.com)

Lenovo IdeaPad Yoga 13

The biggest hardware trend marking the launch of Windows 8 is the proliferation of touch-screen laptop/tablet hybrids . Some have screens that pull apart to become separate tablets, while others have screens that flip, twist, or rotate to give you a...

The Lenovo IdeaPad Yoga 13 looks as good as any 13-inch ultrabook, with the added attraction of a 360-degree screen and a laptop body that can fold into a tent, stand, or slate.

Tablet mode leaves the keyboard exposed, and the Yoga 13 costs more than standard ultrabooks with similar components.

The Lenovo IdeaPad Yoga 13 is a convertible touch-screen laptop/tablet that most importantly doesn't compromise the traditional laptop experience.

Nov, 2012

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Expert review by: Brad Chacos (computershopper.com)

Lenovo IdeaPad Yoga 13

Sliders, convertibles, hybrids, slates, touch-screen clamshells—just how many ways can a computer flip over Windows 8? Microsoft's new operating system isn't even a month old, and we've already seen a flood of intriguing new hardware designs built to...

360-degree flipping lid ; Vibrant high-resolution display ; Comfortable keyboard ; Slim, lightweight design

Gesture-control woes ; Skimpy selection of ports ; Keys lie on bottom in tablet mode ; Lots of bundled software saps storage space

The IdeaPad Yoga 13's versatile screen hinge and stellar all-around design make it an early hybrid standout, but gesture-control quirks temper our enthusiasm a bit.

Nov, 2012

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Consumer review by: jbailey895 (cnet.com)

"Great Design, wifi Issue probably a deal-breaker"

I bought an open-box, and it has the wifi problem. I was hopeful Lenovo would come up with a fix, but no. Its going back (again) unless they get on the ball. Fatal flaw with easy resolution, but will Lenovo support an otherwise great product? Not...

speed, SSD,design, touchscreen

wifi is a ridiculous downfall that should be easily remedied, but Lenovo seems to be turning its back to the many pleas for a fix from disgruntled purchasers that must be returning a lot of product.

Dec, 2012

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Consumer review by: hannahhannahhannahhannah (cnet.com)

"The Lenovo Yoga is both a great laptop and tablet."

I use the Yoga for doing school assignments, playing light games (such as fruit ninja), watching Hulu, etc. Nothing too intense. I love the Lenovo Yoga, it's perfect for me. It's surprisingly delightful to have a laptop with a touchscreen. There are...

-Keyboard is easy to type on, and it feels good to.

-Not a lot of apps, and those that do exist are often more expensive then they would be in the App store. (i.e. Fruit ninja costs $5 compared to $1-3.)

Dec, 2012

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