Source: Lenovo
What you need to know
- The Lenovo Flex 5G will be available for order on June 18.
- The convertible laptop is the world's first 5G PC, according to Lenovo.
- The PC supports both millimeter wave full-band and sub-6GHz 5G networks.
- The Lenovo Flex 5G starts at $1,400.
The Lenovo Flex 5G will be available for order on June 18. The convertible 2-in-1 laptop is the world's first 5G PC, according to Lenovo. The Lenovo Flex 5G is also known as the Lenovo Yoga 5G in select markets and will be available in several regions around the world. Starting June 18, people can purchase the Flex 5G through Verizon. Lenovo also announced partnerships with EE, Sunrise, and CMCC and that the Yoga 5G will be available through Lenovo's website and in more regions later this year. The Lenovo Flex 5G starts at $1,400.
The convertible laptop supports both millimeter wave full-band and sub-6GHz 5G networks, bringing a wide range of high-speed connectivity. It's the first laptop powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8cx 5G compute platform. Lenovo states that the efficiency of the Snapdragon 8cx 5G compute platform allows the Flex 5G to get up to 24 hours of battery life.
| Category | Lenovo Yoga 5G |
|---|---|
| OS | Windows 10 Pro |
| Display | 14-inch FHD IPS with touch 400 nits |
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8cx |
| Graphics | Qualcomm Adreno 680 |
| Memory | 8GB LPDDR4X |
| Storage | 256GB UFS 3.0 |
| Webcam | 720p IR camera |
| Microphone | Dual array |
| Security | IR camera Fingerprint reader |
| Wireless | 5G mmWave 5G Sub-6GHz Bluetooth 5.0 11ac, 2x2 |
| Ports | 2x USB-C Gen 2 3.5mm Audio jack Nano SIM card slot |
| Audio | User-facing stereo speakers (Dolby Atmos) |
| Battery | 60Whr |
| Color | Iron Grey |
| Dimensions | 12.65" x 8.46" x 0.57" (321.4mm x 215mm x 14.7mm) |
| Weight | Starting at 1.35kg(2.97lbs) |
Source: Lenovo
Looking at the Flex 5G, it appears similar to the rest of Lenovo's Yoga lineup. It features a 14-inch display that can wrap around 360 degrees to be used as a tablet. It can also be used in tent or display mode in addition to being used as a traditional laptop.
Fast and connected
Lenovo Flex 5G
5G on your PC
This convertible laptop includes built-in 5G connectivity, allowing you to stay connected with incredibly fast internet speeds.
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