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versatile detachable design
responsive touchscreen display
solid build quality
decent battery life
improved keyboard layout
heavier than competitors
limited storage options
mediocre performance
higher price point
Total Rating
design and dimensions display processor memory storage audio & video communications battery ac adapter input connections & expansions software miscellaneous
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen) |
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Product Type | Ultrabook - with keyboard dock |
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Dimensions (WxDxH) | 30.11 cm x 19.25 cm x 0.96 cm |
Dimensions (WxDxH) / Weight Details | 900 g - keyboard dock |
Weight | 822 g |
Case Material | Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS |
Colour | Graphite black |
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen) |
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Screen Size (Type) | 11.6" - IPS |
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Touchscreen | Yes (10-point multi-touch) |
LCD Backlight Technology | LED backlight |
Screen Resolution | 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) |
Widescreen | Yes |
Image Aspect Ratio | 16:9 |
Image Brightness | 370 cd/m² |
Features | VibrantView, glossy, Corning Gorilla glass, WideView, One Glass Solution |
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen) |
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CPU | Intel Core M 5Y71 / 1.2 GHz |
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Max Turbo Speed | 2.9 GHz |
Number of Cores | Dual-Core |
Cache | 4 MB |
64-bit Computing | Yes |
Features | Integrated memory controller, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 |
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen) |
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RAM | 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) |
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RAM Type | LPDDR3 SDRAM |
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen) |
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Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) | 128 GB SSD |
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AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen) |
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Graphics Processor (GPU) | Intel HD Graphics 5300 |
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Camera | Yes |
Resolution | 5 Megapixel (rear), 2 Megapixel (front) |
Video Resolutions | 1080p |
Sound | Stereo speakers, three microphones |
Codec | ALC286-VC |
Compliant Standards | High Definition Audio |
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen) |
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Wireless | Bluetooth 4.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac |
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Wireless Controller | M.2 Card |
Network Interface | Ethernet |
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen) |
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Technology | Lithium Ion |
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Installed Qty | 2 |
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen) |
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Input | AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) |
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Output | 36 Watt |
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen) |
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Type | Keyboard, digitizer, touchpad, TrackPoint, digital pen |
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Keyboard Backlight | Yes |
Features | Multi-touch touchpad |
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen) |
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Interfaces |
USB 3.0 (Always On) Micro-HDMI Headphone/microphone combo jack Dock USB 3.0 (on keyboard dock) Mini DisplayPort (on keyboard dock) LAN (on supplied cable) |
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Memory Card Reader | Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC) |
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen) |
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Operating System (OS) | Windows 10 Home |
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MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen) |
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Dockable | Yes |
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Included Accessories | Power adapter, USB to Ethernet adapter |
Integrated Options | Ambient light sensor, 3-axis gyro sensor, 3-axis magnetometer, 3-axis accelerometer, 3-axis compass, 3-axis inclinometer |
Security | Fingerprint reader |
Security Slot Type | Kensington security slot |
Theft/Intrusion Protection | Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) |
Features | Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, volume control, lock display rotation function |
Compliant Standards | ISO 9001, ISO 14001, RoHS, GREENGUARD, ISO 27001 |
ENERGY STAR Certified | Yes |
EPEAT Compliant | EPEAT Gold |
Manufacturer Warranty | Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return |
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