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Background

The Lenovo Ideapad S145-15AST is a laptop in Lenovo's Ideapad S series, designed to provide a balance between performance and affordability. It is aimed at users needing a dependable computer for daily tasks at a lower cost than Lenovo's premium offerings. Operating on an AMD processor, the Lenovo Ideapad S145-15AST was a practical option at its release for students, parents, or anyone looking for a mid-level laptop for basic workloads, internet browsing, or entertainment purposes.

Introduced in 2019, the Ideapad S145-15AST has since been succeeded by newer models. Specific discontinuation dates and sales figures are not publicly disclosed, but it is clear the device was part of Lenovo's strategy to secure a foothold in the global laptop market, especially among cost-conscious consumers and students. The pricing for this device varied between $176-$350, depending on promotional deals and the distributor.

Regarding durability and reliability, the S145-15AST has its share of reported issues. Users have noted challenges with the device's keyboard and touchpad, pointing to these areas as subject to malfunction or wear. The laptop has experienced few complaints and no manufacturer recalls, suggesting that most consumers are satisfied with the device.

Identification

The Lenovo Ideapad S145-15AST has a 15.6-inch display, AMD processor, and sleek portable design. The laptop comes in the colors black, grey, and blue. Key features of this device include a textured finish, Lenovo branding, a numeric keyboard, and a front-facing camera and microphone, differentiating it from other members of the Ideapad series. Its model number, crucial for parts replacement and repair, can be found on a sticker on the bottom of the laptop.

Technical Specifications

Processor:

  • Up to AMD Ryzen™ 7 (3700U) Mobile Processor w/ Radeon™ RX Vega graphics
  • Up to 7th Gen AMD A9-9425 APU w/ Radeon™ R5 graphics

Operating System:

  • Windows 10 Home

Display:

  • 15.6”
  • Antiglare
  • 1366 x 768 HD Resolution

Memory:

  • RAM: 4GB
  • Expandable RAM up to 12GB total

Battery:

  • Up to 4.5 hrs with 35Whr

Storage

  • Hybrid dual storage: PCIe SSD + 1TB SATA
  • Up to 2TB SATA
  • Hard drive: 256 GB SSD

Graphics

  • AMD Radeon™ 530 2GB GDDR5 (not available on Ryzen™ processors)
  • AMD integrated graphics

Audio:

  • 2 x 1.5W, Dolby Audio™ speaker system

Dimensions:

  • Height: 0.8 inches
  • Width: 14.3 inches
  • Depth: 9.9 inches

Weight:

  • Starting at 1.85kg / 4.08lbs

Connectivity

  • 802.11 AC 1x1 Wi-Fi
  • Bluetooth 4.2®

Ports and Slots

  • 2x USB-A 3.1 Gen 1
  • 1x USB-A 2.0
  • HDMI
  • SD card reader
  • Headphone/mic combo

Camera:

  • Front-Facing Camera
  • Camera Resolution: 720p
  • Built-In Microphone

Color

  • Granite Black Glossy
  • Granite Black Texture
  • Platinum Grey Glossy

Sources: Overview, User Guide

Additional Information

Lenovo S145-15AST Official Webpage

Lenovo S145-15AST Official Support Page

In-Depth Performance Review

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