Back to School Special. 25% off. RRP $799. Starts 13/01/2022.
The Lenovo Duet Chromebook is a sleek, light 2-in-1 device that switches from business to fun as easily as it converts from laptop to tablet mode. Simply detach the plug-and-play keyboard to transform the Chromebook into an ultraportable 13.3" tablet ready to entertain
Dynamic 13.3” OLED Display
128GB eMMC storage with 4GB RAM
From the catalogue
This device really benefits from having 8GB RAM.
It does ?? Why ? It's running chrome OS why do you think it needs more ram ??
Chrome os is efficient yes, but 4gb is 4gb. At this price I'd expect more
Ehh this is chrome. 4gb is nothing for chrome browser. It eats that up within seconds
@Raj09: FWIW, we've got several 4GB IdeaPad 5s in our office; our application is a very JavaScript-heavy thing and these devices handle it fine, along with all the various Google Workspace tools that we use - much to my surprise. I was not expecting them to work at all but they are still reasonably snappy. They basically are only running the browser, but if you're just focusing on browser stuff and not expecting to do a lot of heavy multitasking, 4GB seems to cover most use cases.
If you can get the 8gb ram version for the same price, then I would get that. That being said the 4gb ram version runs just fine. I have been using mine for over a month now and I love it.
Chrome OS uses virtualisation for the Linux container environment and will also use it for the Android environment eventually. Both have an additional memory overhead, and that becomes a real squeeze with 4GB. So if you never plan on using Linux, sure, 4GB works. But if you do, it becomes apparent that 4GB is not really enough as the device starts to heavily rely on swap or "virtual memory". And again, it works - astonishingly well for the memory pressure it's under even - but it's less than ideal. That's why, personally, I would not buy another 4GB device. It's currently usable, but I'm a bit concerned about the performance after they switch to running Android in a container. Again though, if you don't plan to use Linux you'll probably have no troubles.
I'm a bit slow to respond, but I think the comments above cover it.
4GB is sufficient.
8GB opens up the performance when multitasking, keeping lots of chrome tabs open, and using Android apps. Necessary if considering adding Linux to the mix.
tl;dr 4GB YMMV
I've been using the original Duet and it's been serving me well. Sometimes, I do get unexpected shutdowns and Kayo doesn't run smoothly (maybe a Kayo issue). Would anyone recommend upgrading to this from the old Duet?
I have the original too and whilst I haven't personally tried the new one, reviews that I've read online seem to suggest that yes whilst the new one is better, there's not enough improvement to warrant upgrading
The reviews that I’ve read say it’s a worthy upgrade. But it’s basically a completely different device with the bigger form factor
Although all the online reviews are of the 8GB model.
The screen size alone would get me over there line. I have this model and I looked at the 10 inch and the screen is great in comparison.
is this better than the Samsung tab S7 FE 128gb?
You're comparing a banana with an apple.
There is no simple answer. This is a chromebook. That's an android tablet.
@Homr: It's like comparing a Fitbit to Apple watch, sure the both of 'em show the time but they serve different purposes. (or at least that's the closest analogy I could come up with) It really just boils down to your preferences and needs for it.
@Homr: Hi mate look up the differences between a Chromebook and Android tablet. One is more productivity and one is more media consumption
@Homr: @Homr
Chromebooks and Android are both from Google, but quite different devices.
Generally Chromebooks come in tablet, notebook or convertible form-factors. Based on providing a web-based experience through the desktop version of Chrome browser. They have a low profile in Australia but increasing. Most models can access the Google Play store and run Android apps.
Generally, Android is not available in a notebook form, and of late manufacturers have produced fewer tablet models. Uses the mobile version of Chrome browser. By far and away most popular now as mobile phone.
This Duet 5 is a tablet-first form factor, with an attached cover/kickstand with keyboard convertible form.
This Duet 5 is a tablet-first form factor
It's 16:9 though, which is a pretty bad form factor for a tablet, especially at 13.3".
The FE is more powerful in terms of processing. The OS is much of the muchness and very comparable unlike what others say.
FE can be had for quite the bargain if you buy used, I picked one up for $500 just make sure you get the 128gb model for 6gb of ram.
It was $599 new. $500 used is not that great.
The 128gb model has never been close to $599
@[Deactivated]: Yeah actually read the post, it was an error. The listing was the 64gb model with an error in the title.
@Nand0sx: Yes that would still have been better value as if you got the 64gb instead you would have $200 credit.
Is it really a 'laptop mode' if the screen can't sit up properly without the rear kickstand? Bit annoying
Looks great for back to school
I found the original great and an absolutely bargain for what you get,. But Chrome OS is just too limited for my tastes just never feels right. Punters for this should learn about Chrome OS before jumping in.
I'd rather invest in the Lenovo Xiaoxin pro P11 tablet with kickstand/pen if I was going to spend ~$600.
But no keyboard?
I'll be waiting for the 8gb/256gb version to come down to this price.
I have this exact version with 4gb ram and it runs suprisingly well for a device with that amount of ram. ChromeOS is lightweight enough for it to be snappy most of the time. I absolutely love it, the screen size is awesome.
Great deal. I'm still torn (want, not need).
Beware, it seems pretty heavy and awkward in tablet mode based on my play in JB a few weeks back.
If you take the kickstand panel off the back (magnetically attached) it's quite a lot lighter. Might be a PITA if you do it a lot though.
$600 seems really for the form factor and if you really love ChromeOS. Especially if it's 4GB ram, I'll jump on it if its 8GB.
You can overlook a lot of the original Duet's limitations for the price - love mine, less so here.
Am I blind or is this unit not listed on the Lenovo Chromebook AU website (https://www.lenovo.com/au/en/laptops/lenovo/chromebooks/c/le…) ?
I wanted to try to figure out if this was a current model and/or how it compares with other Duets, but I can only see the one 10" screen Duet.
This one's pretty new, only came out a few months ago. It seems like the Lenovo AU website is behind.
This or an apple ipad for studying or any other recommendations?
If what you do is mostly via Chrome browser then Chromebooks give you desktop-grade functionality. Also the most popular & price effective education device (not $tuck in the walled garden).
Consider whether the study environment provides support for a particular platform. If not, Chrome OS mostly seems like a standard desktop Chrome browser and can run most Android apps (I generally use web-based versions of software rather than Android apps when available, and prefer that experience, YMMV)
Chromebooks are cost-effective, portable, and have good battery life. This particular one is more of a tablet, so similar to an iPad, others are more like laptops/notebooks.
If you intend on using it as a tablet for reading and/or writing, get the iPad. The 16:9 aspect ratio of this is nowhere near as good as an iPads for reading.
I would argue a 7-9" for reading, bigger than that is bulky and heavy like reading a massive hardback
I am looking to buy a device for my kid for school purposes (7th class). Yet, I have no idea what they need them for. Would an iPad with a Bluetooth keyboard be enough or do I need to buy a chromebook as everyone keeps saying?
I'd check what your school recommends. It is possible that the school will use software only available for one OS.
Chromebooks are great as they tend to just work.
One limitation of this design is that the flexible hinge makes it very challenging to use on your lap.
im in the same boat and the high school website states you can have chrome, windows, IOS or android - must have a keyboard and bigger screen that 9" as some kids try to use phones and get sore eye strain etc. Talking to some blokes of older kids they recommend windows as most of the work is online (onedrive etc) and easier to run Microsoft products which are free with school licence. They said most of the work (for Year 7) is just browser online stuff and not not CPU/GPU intensive but needs good battery life and lightweight— I am like you though whether chromebook should suffice as i know my kid will lose a 1K+ machine.,, Most government schools will have a weebly site with what software they support
Thanks guys for the inputs. Yeah, I checked the school website and it says students need 10" (minimum) screen, touchscreen and keyboard, machine with USB (for big file exchange), at least 4GB RAM, 6+ hr of battery, Able to run programs such as Microsoft Office,
Adobe Photoshop, and some other requirements. I think it's better to buy a chromebook, although my kid already has an iPad. Windows will consume battery quickly and will require a lot of updates (and maybe occasional Blue screen crashes lol)
I get a bit upset seeing a recommended list like this. 4GB RAM and running PhotoShop? Laughable, even 10 years ago. Sounds like the specs from the 'every child gets a laptop' days.
Personally, I'd talk to your child and wait until school starts, and talk to the school before buying. And even then, the best people to ask are the current students and what they actually use.
I got the previous version last year and pretty happy with it.
Is Android on this still only 32-bit on Chromebook? This is slowly becoming more of an issue with apps not providing a 32-bit version.
Still 32.
I'm not sure whether the '5' can do arm64 android apps. Personally the problems I've seen experienced have been from tablet/large screen support.
I don't really understand why some developers are not providing arm32 in their APK's. If they are not, it may be an indication that they have limited capacity to support future versions of the app of any kind.
I don't really understand why some developers are not providing arm32 in their APK's
Because 32 bit is going away.
Yes, but the compilers produce both. Only reason would be if they never did 32, but usually they are older apps that came from 32.
4 gigs ram is crapola
Hmm I've got a pixelbook go base model but I'm tempted by the oled screen and tablet form factor of this (probs the 8gb ram version). Anyone know if the internals of the Lenovo are better or worse?
Lenovo flex 5i, 8gb ram, 256gb, i5 $749.
I've been using mine to watch movies at night and the screen is…. simply… Am… Maz… Ing!!!!
OLED so nice to watch in a dark room, nothing compares… So much so that I'm finding it more enjoyable to watch movies with some decent Wireless Earbuds and the Duet 5 vs. watching on the big screen tv (mine's LCD edge lit and dark movies it's so distracting).
So does this work with gift cards purchased through cashback? That's another 3% saving…
Differences compared to this earlier deal appear to be from 8gb to 4gb of ram, and no pen.