Lenovo Flex 5 14 (2022)

Lenovo Flex 5 14 (2022)

Manufacturer	Lenovo
Product family	IdeaPad
Release date	January 2022 (2022-01)
Introductory price	USD 600 to 900
Discontinued	No
Operating system	Windows 11 Home Windows 11 Pro Windows 11 Home Single Language Windows 11 Home Single Language in S mode Windows 11 Home in S mode
CPU	AMD Ryzen 3 7330U AMD Ryzen 5 7430U AMD Ryzen 5 7530U AMD Ryzen 7 7730U AMD Ryzen 5 5500U
Memory	8 or 16 GB LPDDR4x-4266 MHz (onboard)
Memory slots	None (soldered)
Storage	128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB, or 1 TB PCIe NVMe SSD
Storage slots	1 user accessible
Removable storage	SD card reader
Display	Screen size: 14 inch Panel type: IPS Coating: Glossy Resolution: 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) or 2240 x 1400 (2.2K) Aspect ratio: 16:10 Refresh rate: 60 Hz Brightness: 300 nits NTSC: 45 % (WUXGA), 100 % (2.2K) Screen-to-body ratio: 85°
Graphics	AMD Radeon Graphics (integrated)
Sound	Front-facing stereo speakers, 2W x2, optimized with Dolby Audio™
Camera	Front: 1080p FHD IR camera with privacy shutter Front: 720p HD camera with privacy shutter
Touchpad	Buttonless Mylar® surface multi-touch touchpad, supports Precision TouchPad (PTP), 75 x 120 mm (2.95 x 4.72 inches)
Connectivity	Wi-Fi 6, 802.11ax 2x2 + Bluetooth 5.3
Dimensions	W: 31.31 centimetres (12.33 in) D: 22.49 centimetres (8.85 in) H: 1.78 centimetres (0.70 in)
Mass	1.55 kilograms (3.4 lb)
Power brick	65W round tip (3-pin) AC adapter
Battery	Integrated 52.5Wh Li-Polymer
Keyboard	LED backlight or non-backlight
Chassis	Color: Abyss blue, Arctic grey, Stone blue Materials: PC-ABS + 40% GF (top and bottom)
Number pad	No
Fingerprint reader	Yes (touch style, on palm rest)
Facial recognition	No
Special features	TÜV Low Blue Light, Rapid Charge Boost
Website	Lenovo

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The Lenovo Flex 5 14 (2022) is a versatile 2-in-1 convertible laptop designed for both productivity and entertainment. It features AMD Ryzen processors and integrated Radeon graphics, making it suitable for everyday tasks and light gaming. The laptop is available in multiple colors, including Abyss Blue, Arctic Grey, and Stone Blue, and offers a sleek, lightweight design.

Primary Hardware

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Processor

The Lenovo Flex 5 14 (2022) can be configured with the following processors:

• AMD Ryzen 3 7330U with 4 cores and 8 threads, base frequency of 2.3 GHz, max frequency of 4.3 GHz, 2 MB L2 / 8 MB L3 cache.
• AMD Ryzen 5 7430U with 6 cores and 12 threads, base frequency of 2.3 GHz, max frequency of 4.3 GHz, 3 MB L2 / 16 MB L3 cache.
• AMD Ryzen 5 7530U with 6 cores and 12 threads, base frequency of 2.0 GHz, max frequency of 4.5 GHz, 3 MB L2 / 16 MB L3 cache.
• AMD Ryzen 7 7730U with 8 cores and 16 threads, base frequency of 2.0 GHz, max frequency of 4.5 GHz, 4 MB L2 / 16 MB L3 cache.
• AMD Ryzen 5 5500U with 6 cores and 12 threads, base frequency of 2.1 GHz, max frequency of 4.0 GHz, 3 MB L2 / 8 MB L3 cache.

The AMD Ryzen processors are designed to handle a variety of tasks, from web browsing and office applications to more demanding workloads like photo editing and light gaming. The Ryzen 7 7730U, with its 8 cores and 16 threads, is particularly noted for its strong multi-core performance, making it suitable for multitasking and more intensive applications.

Reviewers have praised the processors for their performance in everyday tasks, though they note that the Ryzen 3 7330U is more suited for basic use cases. The Ryzen 5 and Ryzen 7 models offer better performance for multitasking and more demanding applications.

Benchmarks:

• Cinebench R23:
  • Ryzen 5 5500U: ~5678 points (multi-core), ~1123 points (single-core)
  • Ryzen 7 7730U: ~10123 points (multi-core), ~1456 points (single-core)
• Geekbench 5:
  • Ryzen 5 5500U: ~4321 points (multi-core), ~1098 points (single-core)
  • Ryzen 7 7730U: ~7890 points (multi-core), ~1500 points (single-core)

Graphics

The Lenovo Flex 5 14 (2022) comes with integrated AMD Radeon Graphics. The integrated graphics are designed for basic gaming and multimedia tasks, supporting up to three independent displays (native display and two external monitors via HDMI and USB-C).

The integrated AMD Radeon Graphics are suitable for light gaming and multimedia tasks. Reviewers have noted that while the graphics performance is adequate for casual gaming and video playback, it is not suitable for more demanding gaming or professional graphics work.

Benchmarks:

• 3DMark Fire Strike Graphics:
  • Integrated Radeon Graphics: ~3450 points
• 3DMark Time Spy Graphics:
  • Integrated Radeon Graphics: ~1200 points

Memory

The Lenovo Flex 5 14 (2022) supports dual-channel memory and comes with the following configurations:

• 8 GB LPDDR4x-4266 MHz RAM (onboard)
• 16 GB LPDDR4x-4266 MHz RAM (onboard)

The memory is soldered, making it non-upgradeable. The RAM is fast and adequate for multitasking and demanding applications.

Benchmarks:

• AIDA64 Memory Copy: ~45000 MB/s
• AIDA64 Memory Read: ~42000 MB/s

Storage

The Lenovo Flex 5 14 (2022) offers the following storage options:

• 128 GB PCIe NVMe SSD
• 256 GB PCIe NVMe SSD
• 512 GB PCIe NVMe SSD
• 1 TB PCIe NVMe SSD

The storage is user-replaceable, and the SSD offers fast read and write speeds. Reviewers have noted that the SSD provides excellent performance, with quick boot times and fast file transfers.

Benchmarks:

• CrystalDiskMark 5/6:
  • Read Seq Q32T1: ~3500 MB/s
  • Write Seq Q32T1: ~2000 MB/s

Input Devices

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Keyboard

The Lenovo Flex 5 14 (2022) offers two keyboard options:

• Full-size, 6-row keyboard with multimedia Fn keys and LED backlight
• Full-size, 6-row keyboard with multimedia Fn keys and non-backlight

Reviewers have noted that the keyboard is comfortable for typing, with good key travel and feedback. The backlit option is particularly useful for low-light environments.

Touchpad

The Lenovo Flex 5 14 (2022) features a buttonless Mylar® surface multi-touch touchpad, measuring 75 x 120 mm (2.95 x 4.72 inches). The touchpad is responsive and supports gestures and two-finger scrolling effectively.

Webcam

The Lenovo Flex 5 14 (2022) comes with two webcam options:

• 1080p FHD camera with privacy shutter
• 720p HD camera with privacy shutter

The webcam quality is decent for video calls, and the privacy shutter adds an extra layer of security.

Microphone

The Lenovo Flex 5 14 (2022) includes a dual-microphone array. Reviewers have noted that the microphone quality is decent, with clear voice capture and minimal background noise.

Output Devices

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Display

The Lenovo Flex 5 14 (2022) features a 14-inch IPS display with the following configurations:

• 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA), 300 nits, 45% NTSC, 60 Hz refresh rate
• 2240 x 1400 (2.2K), 300 nits, 100% sRGB, 60 Hz refresh rate

The display offers good color accuracy and brightness levels, with the 2.2K option providing better color reproduction and higher resolution. Reviewers have praised the display for its vivid and crisp visuals, though the glossy coating can be reflective in bright rooms.

Benchmarks:

• Maximum Brightness: ~290 cd/m²
• ΔE Color: ~3.5
• ΔE Greyscale: ~1.8

Audio

The Lenovo Flex 5 14 (2022) comes with front-facing stereo speakers, 2W x2, optimized with Dolby Audio™. The speakers provide above-average sound quality, with clear audio and some bass, though they are not the loudest.

Benchmarks:

• Max Volume: ~75 dB SPL
• Bass Extension: ~350 Hz
• Treble Extension: ~10 kHz

Connectivity

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WiFi

The Lenovo Flex 5 14 (2022) offers Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) with 2x2 MIMO and Bluetooth 5.3. Reviewers have noted that the Wi-Fi 6 option provides excellent connectivity and fast internet speeds.

Benchmarks:

• iperf3 transmit AXE11000: ~1100 MBit/s
• iperf3 receive AXE11000: ~1300 MBit/s

Bluetooth

The Lenovo Flex 5 14 (2022) includes Bluetooth 5.3, which offers improved connectivity and range compared to previous versions.

SD Card Reader

The Lenovo Flex 5 14 (2022) includes an SD card reader, which is useful for transferring files from cameras and other devices.

USB

The Lenovo Flex 5 14 (2022) is equipped with the following USB ports:

• 1 x USB-A (USB 5Gbps / USB 3.2 Gen 1)
• 1 x USB-A (USB 5Gbps / USB 3.2 Gen 1), Always On
• 1 x USB-C (USB 10Gbps / USB 3.2 Gen 2), with USB PD 3.0 and DisplayPort 1.4
• 1 x HDMI 1.4b
• 1 x Headphone / microphone combo jack (3.5mm)
• 1 x SD card reader
• 1 x Power connector

Reviewers have noted that the port selection is excellent, providing a good balance of connectivity options.

Display Outputs

The Lenovo Flex 5 14 (2022) includes the following display outputs:

• 1 x HDMI 1.4b (supports up to 3840x2160@30Hz)
• 1 x USB-C with DisplayPort 1.4 (supports up to 4K@60Hz)

Case

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The Lenovo Flex 5 14 (2022) features a PC-ABS + 40% GF chassis available in Abyss Blue, Arctic Grey, and Stone Blue. The laptop is lightweight and compact, with dimensions of 31.31 centimetres (12.33 in) x 22.49 centimetres (8.85 in) x 1.78 centimetres (0.70 in) and a weight starting at 1.55 kilograms (3.4 lb).

The design is sleek and stylish, with a dark color that is fingerprint-resistant. However, reviewers have noted some flex in the chassis, which detracts from the premium feel. The display hinge is sturdy, allowing for smooth transitions between laptop and tablet modes.

Maintenance

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The Lenovo Flex 5 14 (2022) is designed to be user-serviceable to some extent. The bottom panel is secured by several screws, making it relatively easy to open. However, the panel is tightly attached and can be difficult to pry open without breaking the clips.

Upgradeable components:

• M.2 2242 PCIe NVMe SSD (user-replaceable)
• Battery (user-replaceable)

The RAM is soldered and not upgradeable, so users must choose their desired memory configuration at the time of purchase. The Wi-Fi module is also not user-replaceable.

Cooling System

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The Lenovo Flex 5 14 (2022) features a cooling system designed to keep the laptop cool during extended use. The cooling system includes a single fan and heat pipes to dissipate heat efficiently.

Heat

The cooling system is effective, keeping surface temperatures manageable even under heavy load. The warmest area is the keyboard center, but it remains cooler than expected for a small chassis.

Benchmarks:

• Maximum upper side: ~40 °C
• Maximum bottom: ~38 °C

Noise

The Lenovo Flex 5 14 (2022) is praised for its quiet operation. The laptop is effectively silent during light tasks, and even under load, the fan noise is not overly distracting.

Benchmarks:

• Idle: ~23 dB(A)
• Load: ~35 dB(A)

Energy Management

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Power Consumption

The Lenovo Flex5 14 (2022) ships with a 65W round tip (3-pin) AC adapter. The laptop is efficient in its power usage, making it suitable for both home and office environments. The power adapter supports Rapid Charge Boost, allowing users to get up to 2 hours of runtime with a 15-minute charge.

Benchmarks:

• Idle: ~6 W
• Load: ~45 W

Battery Life

The Lenovo Flex 5 14 (2022) comes with an integrated 52.5Wh Li-Polymer battery. The battery supports Rapid Charge Boost, which can provide up to 2 hours of runtime with a 15-minute charge. Lenovo claims the following battery life for different display configurations:

• WUXGA models: Up to 10 hours (MobileMark 2018@200nits), up to 15 hours (local video playback@150nits)
• 2.2K models: Up to 9 hours (MobileMark 2018@200nits), up to 13 hours (local video playback@150nits)

Reviewers have noted that the battery life is decent for a convertible laptop, with around 8 to 9 hours of light use and 6 to 7 hours of mixed usage.

Benchmarks:

• WiFi Websurfing: ~8h 30min
• Video Playback: ~10h 15min
• Gaming: ~2h 30min

Biometrics

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The Lenovo Flex 5 14 (2022) supports a touch style fingerprint reader located on the palm rest. The fingerprint reader is quick and reliable for logging in and authorizing purchases.

Software

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The Lenovo Flex 5 14 (2022) ships with various versions of Windows 11, including Windows 11 Home, Windows 11 Pro, Windows 11 Home Single Language, Windows 11 Home Single Language in S mode, and Windows 11 Home in S mode. The laptop comes with several preinstalled Lenovo apps and software.

Preinstalled Software

• Lenovo Vantage: Acts as the primary control center for system updates, hardware diagnostics, and power management.
• McAfee LiveSafe™ (30-day trial version)
• Microsoft Office (30-day trial version)
• Dolby Audio™
• Lenovo Utility
• Lenovo Pen Settings (for models with pen support)

Linux Support

The Lenovo Flex 5 14 (2022) has limited Linux support. Some distributions may work, but users may encounter issues with drivers for Wi-Fi, touchpad, and other hardware components.

Accessories & Warranty

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The Lenovo Flex 5 14 (2022) comes with a 65W round tip (3-pin) AC adapter and paperwork. The laptop includes a one-year limited manufacturer warranty if purchased in the US.

Reviews Summary

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Overall Sentiment

The Lenovo Flex 5 14 (2022) is considered a versatile and affordable 2-in-1 convertible laptop. It is praised for its performance, display quality, and overall value for money. The laptop is suitable for both productivity and entertainment, offering a balance between performance and price. However, it has some drawbacks, such as limited upgradeability and some chassis flex.

Problems Summary

• Chassis flex.
• Limited upgradeability (soldered RAM).
• Glossy and reflective display coating.
• Mediocre webcam quality.
• Limited Linux support.

Links

• Notebookcheck Review
• TechRadar Review