Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15ARE05 15.6'' Ryzen AMD 16Gb DDR4 3200Mhz 256Gb SSD - â‚¬490

24-04-2020 10:32pm

is there a thread or link for windows 10 keys lads

machiavellianme · 24-04-2020 10:55pm

Deleted User wrote: »

is there a thread or link for windows 10 keys lads

Go to eBay. You can get one for a 5er

heffsarmy · 24-04-2020 11:26pm

Grab a Windows 7 or 8 key and download Windows 10 ISO, free upgrade is still availible...most older c's have the key printed on the bottom

machiavellianme · 25-04-2020 11:33am

heffsarmy wrote: »

Grab a Windows 7 or 8 key and download Windows 10 ISO, free upgrade is still availible...most older c's have the key printed on the bottom

Yes but only if you haven't already upgraded that laptop. I'd be surprised many haven't already done so given the daily notifications back in 2015.

25-04-2020 1:19pm

does anyone know if the 16gb ram config is dual channel or not?

Zardoz · 25-04-2020 1:21pm

glasso wrote: »

does anyone know if the 16gb ram config is dual channel or not?

Nobody knows for sure .

There is only one review of the laptop out there by a Romanian guy
https://next.lab501.ro/notebook/amd-ryzen-4000-mobile-part-ii-lenovo-ideapad-5-amd-ryzen-5-4500u-amd-ryzen-7-4700u
The model he tested has dual channel Ram .

It seems there are single-channel and dual-channel versions available though .

absolutegroove · 25-04-2020 1:24pm

[Deleted User] wrote: »

I purchased the IdeaPad 5 14" a few days ago (despite being only 1.6" less diagonal, the footprint is significantly smaller so it'll be a lot more convenient for throwing in a backpack)

Processor - Intel Core i5-1035G1 Processor (1.00GHz, up to 3.60GHz with Turbo Boost, 4 Cores, 6MB Cache)
Operating System - Free-DOS
Operating System Language - Free-DOS
Memory - 16GB DDR4 3200MHz Onboard
Hard Drive - 512GB Solid State Drive, M.2 2280, PCIe-NVMe, TLC
Display - 14.0" FHD (1920x1080), IPS, Anti-glare, 2.4mm Thickness, 300nits, Narrow bezel
Graphic Card - NVIDIA GeForce MX350 GDDR5 2GB 64bits
Color - Graphite Grey
Keyboard - Keyboard Backlit Iron Grey English (UK)
Camera - 720p HD Camera with Array Microphone
Surface Treatment - Anodizing
Palmrest - Metal
Fingerprint Reader - Fingerprint Reader
Battery - 3 Cell Li-Polymer Internal Battery, 57Wh
Power Cord - 95W AC Adapter (3pin)-UK (USB Type C)
Wireless - Wi-Fi 6 2x2 AX, Bluetooth Version 5.0 or above
Language Pack - Publication-English
Warranty - 1 Year Courier or Carry-in

MX350 should be about 60-70% better GPU perf than the best Ryzen 4*** IGPU, although the battery life will be a bit less. sRGB screen, a samsung SSD drive (the m2.2280 is equivalent to a 970 pro apparently) and an all metal construction are nice too.

Ended up being €589.17 & the €3.80 parcel motel charge.

Nice.

Any direct link to this on Lenovo. I’m looking for a set-up for encoding video and this set-up looks like a contender.

25-04-2020 1:30pm

absolutegroove wrote: »

Nice.

Any direct link to this on Lenovo. I’m looking for a set-up for encoding video and this set-up looks like a contender.

the amd 4000 cpus would be much better for video encoding than this intel with the mx350- that is (contrary to what people think) primarily a cpu-bound task.

the 8-core 4800u, 4700u or even the 6-core with SMT 4600u would be ideal and kill this 4-core low base clock intel. the amd cpus have more cores and can sustain higher clock speeds in real-world usage.

make sure that you pick the best screen option - as the other ones all have very poor colour accuracy.

absolutegroove · 25-04-2020 1:32pm

glasso wrote: »

the amd 4000 cpus would be much better for video encoding than this intel with the mx350- that is (contrary to what people think) primarily a cpu-bound task.

the 4800u, 4700u or even the 4600u would be ideal.

Even without a dedicated graphics card? I might be doing some very light editing (nothing heavy regarding effects, transitions etc)

25-04-2020 1:36pm

absolutegroove wrote: »

Even without a dedicated graphics card? I might be doing some very light editing (nothing heavy regarding effects, transitions etc)

yes as I said it's a cpu-bound task.

https://fixthephoto.com/best-cpu-for-video-editing.html

Most of the functions of the video editing software are handled by the CPU, which interacts with the software interface and the operating system, so it is worth investment. Without a powerful processor, any system lags behind.

A multi-core processor is the basis of video editing PC build, the number and speed of cores determine the speed of video post-production. A multithreaded processor with enough cores and high clock speed is ideal for video editing. I have selected 8 best processors for video editing in different price categories.

25-04-2020 1:46pm

the igpu in the 4000 series are decent enough in their own right and will handle any tasks relating to the graphics side ok

the cpu is overwhelmingly the most important factor for video editing work (and at least 16gb ram)

absolutegroove · 25-04-2020 1:47pm

glasso wrote: »

yes as I said it's a cpu-bound task.

https://fixthephoto.com/best-cpu-for-video-editing.html

Thanks Glasso and I really appreciate the advice and information.

absolutegroove · 25-04-2020 1:50pm

glasso wrote: »

the igpu in the 4000 series are decent enough in their own right and will handle any tasks relating to the graphics side ok

the cpu is overwhelmingly the most important factor for video editing work (and at least 16gb ram)

I’ll max out Spec on the Lenovo and that should keep me going for a couple of years.

25-04-2020 1:51pm

absolutegroove wrote: »

Thanks Glasso and I really appreciate the advice and information.

I would go for the 4800u if you can stretch the extra if video work is a priority for you.

don't forget the best screen option for colour accuracy. (last one on the list)

absolutegroove · 25-04-2020 1:53pm

glasso wrote: »

I would go for the 4800u if you can stretch the extra if video work is a priority for you.

don't forget the best screen option for colour accuracy. (last one on the list)

Will do and thanks again :-)

MidlanderMan · 25-04-2020 1:55pm

Used sapphade's link and got the following for €465.
****ing bargain.

Was gonna pay the extra 3- quid for the 4600u but I really don't needit, I don't even need the 4500u, the 4300u would be more than enough for me really as I only use a laptop for watching movies while travelling and some very undemanding games as I have a well specced Desktop at home.

Now we wait.

Processor - AMD Ryzen 5 4500U Processor (2.30GHz, Max Boost up to 4.00GHz, 6 Cores, 8MB Cache)
Operating System - Free-DOS
Operating System Language - Free-DOS
Memory - 16GB DDR4 3200MHz Onboard
Second Hard Drive - 256GB Solid State Drive, M.2 2242, PCIe-NVMe, TLC
Display - 15.6" FHD (1920x1080), IPS, Anti-glare, 3.2mm Thickness, 300nits, Narrow bezel
Graphic Card - Integrated Graphics
Color - Graphite Grey
Keyboard - Keyboard Backlit Iron Grey English (UK)
Camera - 720p HD Camera with Array Microphone
Surface Treatment - Anodizing
Palmrest - PC/ABS
Battery - 4 Cell Li-Polymer Internal Battery, 70Wh
Power Cord - 95W AC Adapter (3pin)-UK (USB Type C)
Wireless - Wi-Fi 6 2x2 AX, Bluetooth Version 5.0 or above
Language Pack - Publication-English
Warranty - 1 Year Courier or Carry-in

keane2097 · 25-04-2020 3:18pm

How come the multi-touch screen is cheaper than the other one?

25-04-2020 3:23pm

keane2097 wrote: »

How come the multi-touch screen is cheaper than the other one?

because the other one has

- much better colour accuracy / sRGB coverage

- metal lid (I believe)

I don't think that the touch is fine stylus compatible and in any case touch-screen on a larger laptop is of pretty limited use as the laptop is too heavy to use as a tablet.

foxirl · 25-04-2020 4:19pm

Anyone know if the graphite grey or the platinum grey is the darker one. Thanks

25-04-2020 4:23pm

foxirl wrote: »

Anyone know if the graphite grey or the platinum grey is the darker one. Thanks

graphite is dark grey / blackish like graphite

platinum is silver like platinum

BLUEYK · 25-04-2020 6:01pm

All, any reason you are using the UK site over IE site? I have compared my specs on both and see minimal difference with exchange rate about 1.14.

Default specs for 4500 except removed windows, 16gb, backlit keyboard, metal palmrest, upgraded power cord, updated wireless.

I'm seeing £515 v €585 before any discount codes.

For discount codes, is it just the 10% newsletter sign-up one to use or are you using anything else? I make my specs above to cost e527 from Irish store.

foxirl · 25-04-2020 6:33pm

BLUEYK wrote: »

All, any reason you are using the UK site over IE site? I have compared my specs on both and see minimal difference with exchange rate about 1.14.

Default specs for 4500 except removed windows, 16gb, backlit keyboard, metal palmrest, upgraded power cord, updated wireless.

I'm seeing £515 v €585 before any discount codes.

For discount codes, is it just the 10% newsletter sign-up one to use or are you using anything else? I make my specs above to cost e527 from Irish store.

Use link on page 2 to get another 10% off

CitizenFloor · 25-04-2020 6:38pm

10% off works on the Irish site too....the Irish site was better for my config.....I think

25-04-2020 6:43pm

you can get both the newsletter 10% discount and another 10% student or NHS discount (if you can get it to work) on the UK site

see hotukdeals thread for more / current details

Zimmerframe · 25-04-2020 7:14pm

glasso wrote: »

you can get both the newsletter 10% discount and another 10% student or NHS discount (if you can get it to work) on the UK site

see hotukdeals thread for more / current details

But you get 10% off and then you add the email 10% off on the Irish site.

or you did yesterday at least.

.

BLUEYK · 25-04-2020 7:27pm

Thanks for that, I see where I was going wrong, link and code on page 2 not working when using my tablet but working fine from my laptop.

dan786 · 25-04-2020 7:58pm

Bought maxed out spec with Ryzen 7 for 630.

25-04-2020 8:52pm

great takeup from this thread anyway, how many is that ordered from us alone?

dos29 · 25-04-2020 9:16pm

sapphade wrote: »

EXCLUSIVEWRKIT!
https://www.lenovo.com/ie/en/ierewards/gatekeeper/showpage?toggle=PasscodeGateKeeper

that's the Irish store and passcode . hope it works for those interested

Had ordered through UK site before seeing your post. Cancelled and ordered on Irish instead. Saved me a Parcel Wizard fee, but more importantly, much more straight forward customer service I'd imagine for any issues.
Also, seems to be dependant on what model you start with as to whether you are given an option of metal palmrest or not. Got it this time around anyway. Cheers to you and the OP.
Went with mid range Ryzen 5 4500U, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD, best screen and all the fiver specials! 95W USB C charging is a bargain, and WiFi upgrade essential for using 2.4 I think?
All in, savage value at €498.

ShineOn7 · 25-04-2020 9:33pm

Anything similar going bargain wise that's:

i5 or i7 processor
16Gb Ram
15" screen
Trustworthy brand
Pretty lightweight/nothing bulky
Not an Apple laptop

machiavellianme · 25-04-2020 9:40pm

dos29 wrote: »

Had ordered through UK site before seeing your post. Cancelled and ordered on Irish instead. Saved me a Parcel Wizard fee, but more importantly, much more straight forward customer service I'd imagine for any issues.
Also, seems to be dependant on what model you start with as to whether you are given an option of metal palmrest or not. Got it this time around anyway. Cheers to you and the OP.
Went with mid range Ryzen 5 4500U, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD, best screen and all the fiver specials! 95W USB C charging is a bargain, and WiFi upgrade essential for using 2.4 I think?
All in, savage value at €498.

Is the 95w usb c charging a must though? It means that you can't use it for anything else then?

25-04-2020 9:44pm

ShineOn7 wrote: »

Anything similar going bargain wise that's:

i5 or i7 processor

Why are you limiting yourself to a particular brand of processor?

If you remove this requirement then the laptops being discussed will suit your needs.

ShineOn7 · 25-04-2020 9:47pm

Deleted User wrote: »

Why are you limiting yourself to a particular brand of processor?

If you remove this requirement then the laptops being discussed will suit your needs.

i5 or i7 keeps getting mentioned as the minimum needed for the project I want to do on a new laptop

25-04-2020 9:49pm

ShineOn7 wrote: »

i5 or i7 keeps getting mentioned as the minimum needed for the project I want to do on a new laptop

It's likely being mentioned by people who don't know anything about processors. i5 and i7 are just particular processors by a particular company and have many generations that would not be considered great today. They are in no way special or superior compared to comparable AMD processors.

BLUEYK · 25-04-2020 9:56pm

Thanks OP and other posters with advice. Below ordered from IE store at e474. Delighted with that.

Processor : AMD Ryzen 5 4500U Processor (2.30GHz, Max Boost up to 4.00GHz, 6 Cores, 8MB Cache)
Operating System : Free-DOS
Operating System Language : Free-DOS
Memory : 16GB DDR4 3200MHz Onboard
Second Hard Drive : 256GB Solid State Drive, M.2 2242, PCIe-NVMe, TLC
Display : 15.6" FHD (1920x1080), IPS, Anti-glare, 3.2mm Thickness, 300nits, Narrow bezel
Graphic Card : Integrated Graphics
Color : Graphite Grey
Keyboard : Keyboard Backlit Iron Grey English (UK)
Camera : 720p HD Camera with Array Microphone
Surface Treatment : Anodizing
Fingerprint Reader : Fingerprint Reader
Palmrest : Metal
Battery : 4 Cell Li-Polymer Internal Battery, 70Wh
Power Cord : 95W AC Adapter (3pin)-UK (USB Type C)
Wireless : Wi-Fi 6 2x2 AX, Bluetooth Version 5.0 or above
Language Pack : Publication-English
Warranty : 1 Year Courier or Carry-in

gabbo is coming · 25-04-2020 9:58pm

dos29 wrote: »

Had ordered through UK site before seeing your post. Cancelled and ordered on Irish instead. Saved me a Parcel Wizard fee, but more importantly, much more straight forward customer service I'd imagine for any issues.
Also, seems to be dependant on what model you start with as to whether you are given an option of metal palmrest or not. Got it this time around anyway. Cheers to you and the OP.
Went with mid range Ryzen 5 4500U, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD, best screen and all the fiver specials! 95W USB C charging is a bargain, and WiFi upgrade essential for using 2.4 I think?
All in, savage value at €498.

Get your refund yet? Still waiting, even for confirmation that the order is cancelled and that's two days ago

Zimmerframe · 25-04-2020 10:11pm

glasso wrote: »

don't forget the best screen option for colour accuracy. (last one on the list)

15.6" FHD (1920x1080), IPS, Anti-glare, 3.2mm Thickness, 300nits, Narrow bezel

15.6" FHD (1920x1080), IPS, Anti-glare, 2.6mm Thickness, 300nits, Narrow bezel

Is the 2.6mm much better than the 3.2mm (non touch) m8.
I ordered the 3.2mm, just wondering is it worth cancelling and re ordering.?

dos29 · 25-04-2020 10:18pm

gabbo is coming wrote: »

Get your refund yet? Still waiting, even for confirmation that the order is cancelled and that's two days ago

Haven't got it yet, took a bit of a chance.
According to an earlier post by Francobegbie, it was acknowledged as cancelled within 3 days having cancelled the day after ordering. I'm in a similar boat, but ordered Wednesday night, cancelled Thursday, but did it by phone and recorded the agent telling me I'm free to order on Irish site. Cheeky, considering I had ordered from Irish site just beforehand!

dos29 · 25-04-2020 10:34pm

Zimmerframe wrote: »

15.6" FHD (1920x1080), IPS, Anti-glare, 3.2mm Thickness, 300nits, Narrow bezel

15.6" FHD (1920x1080), IPS, Anti-glare, 2.6mm Thickness, 300nits, Narrow bezel

Is the 2.6mm much better than the 3.2mm (non touch) m8.
I ordered the 3.2mm, just wondering is it worth cancelling and re ordering.?

On the HotUKDeals chat someone mentioned the colour gamut specs. Can't find them now, but I think it was something like 46%/48% for all the 3.2mm, and high 90's%, maybe 100%, for the 2.6mm.
Don't go by me though, I'm going by someone else's recommendation.

dos29 · 25-04-2020 11:25pm

machiavellianme wrote: »

Is the 95w usb c charging a must though? It means that you can't use it for anything else then?

Do you mean can't use the Type C for anything other than charging while charging?
Can plug it out if I need that connection, and 2 x USB 3.1 should do for almost anything I need I'd say. Flexibility of only needing a Type C for power suits me if that works out how I hope it does, and fast charge suits.

Nigel Fairservice · 25-04-2020 11:37pm

My last laptop is getting on a bit so decided to go for a new one. Picked up the below for €432. I got the unidays discount through my sister and 10% discount from the newsletter. I think it would have cost €513 without the discounts. It's just for the basics. Won't be doing anything fancy on it.

Processor - AMD Ryzen 3 4300U Processor (2.70GHz, Max Boost up to 3.70GHz, 4 Cores, 4MB Cache)
Operating System - Windows 10 Home 64
Operating System Language - Windows 10 Home 64 English
Microsoft Productivity Software - Microsoft Office Trial
Memory - 8GB DDR4 3200MHz Onboard
Second Hard Drive - 256GB Solid State Drive, M.2 2242, PCIe-NVMe, TLC
Display - 15.6" FHD (1920x1080), TN, Anti-glare, 3.2mm Thickness, 250nits, Narrow bezel
Graphic Card - Integrated Graphics
Color - Platinum Grey
Keyboard - Keyboard Backlit Iron Grey English (UK)
Camera - 720p HD Camera with Array Microphone
Surface Treatment - Anodizing
Fingerprint Reader - Fingerprint Reader
Palmrest - PC/ABS
Battery - 4 Cell Li-Polymer Internal Battery, 70Wh
Power Cord - 95W AC Adapter (3pin)-UK (USB Type C)
Wireless - Wireless 2x2 AC, Bluetooth Version 5.0 or above
Language Pack - Publication-English
Warranty - 1 Year Courier or Carry-in

bfa1509 · 26-04-2020 1:00am

Nigel Fairservice wrote: »

My last laptop is getting on a bit so decided to go for a new one. Picked up the below for €432. I got the unidays discount through my sister and 10% discount from the newsletter. I think it would have cost €513 without the discounts. It's just for the basics. Won't be doing anything fancy on it.

Processor - AMD Ryzen 3 4300U Processor (2.70GHz, Max Boost up to 3.70GHz, 4 Cores, 4MB Cache)
Operating System - Windows 10 Home 64
Operating System Language - Windows 10 Home 64 English
Microsoft Productivity Software - Microsoft Office Trial
Memory - 8GB DDR4 3200MHz Onboard
Second Hard Drive - 256GB Solid State Drive, M.2 2242, PCIe-NVMe, TLC
Display - 15.6" FHD (1920x1080), TN, Anti-glare, 3.2mm Thickness, 250nits, Narrow bezel
Graphic Card - Integrated Graphics
Color - Platinum Grey
Keyboard - Keyboard Backlit Iron Grey English (UK)
Camera - 720p HD Camera with Array Microphone
Surface Treatment - Anodizing
Fingerprint Reader - Fingerprint Reader
Palmrest - PC/ABS
Battery - 4 Cell Li-Polymer Internal Battery, 70Wh
Power Cord - 95W AC Adapter (3pin)-UK (USB Type C)
Wireless - Wireless 2x2 AC, Bluetooth Version 5.0 or above
Language Pack - Publication-English
Warranty - 1 Year Courier or Carry-in

What's the "unidays" discount and how does one get it? I'm a bit confused as to how many discounts you can apply and don't want to miss out on one.

Nigel Fairservice · 26-04-2020 1:36am

bfa1509 wrote: »

What's the "unidays" discount and how does one get it? I'm a bit confused as to how many discounts you can apply and don't want to miss out on one.

Unidays is a discounts website for students. If you know any third level students they might be able to sort you out with one.

machiavellianme · 26-04-2020 10:44am

I don't suppose anyone has a spare unidays code they don't need?
Also, the metal palmrest option appears to be gone. Had one in my cart overnight but its 30 dearer than one without now.

bfa1509 · 26-04-2020 11:22am

Nigel Fairservice wrote: »

Unidays is a discounts website for students. If you know any third level students they might be able to sort you out with one.

I see, thanks. I just noticed that it only allows one ecoupon per purchase anyway. I have already applied the email subscription coupon.

machiavellianme · 26-04-2020 11:29am

Managed to get a unidays code from a UK student but it doesn't work here. The UK codes are generic. I'm assuming that the Irish ones aren't.

Nigel Fairservice · 26-04-2020 11:40am

machiavellianme wrote: »

Managed to get a unidays code from a UK student but it doesn't work here. The UK codes are generic. I'm assuming that the Irish ones aren't.

My sister's code worked on the UK Lenovo education store and not the Irish one for some reason even though she is based in Ireland. Order from the UK education store and do Parcel Motel or Parcel Wizzard. Pay with Curve or Revolut. That's what I did anyway.

MidlanderMan · 26-04-2020 11:49am

[Deleted User] wrote: »

It's likely being mentioned by people who don't know anything about processors. i5 and i7 are just particular processors by a particular company and have many generations that would not be considered great today. They are in no way special or superior compared to comparable AMD processors.

Agreed. But I'd go one further.

The current generation of AMD processors are more powerful per clock and per watt, run cooler, and have more cores and threads at any price point than their intel equivalents.

They are superior chips in pretty much every way.

machiavellianme · 26-04-2020 12:01pm

Nigel Fairservice wrote: »

My sister's code worked on the UK Lenovo education store and not the Irish one for some reason even though she is based in Ireland. Order from the UK education store and do Parcel Motel or Parcel Wizzard. Pay with Curve or Revolut. That's what I did anyway.

Just tried that, it was 60 euro more expensive than here plus parcel motel and the code still didn't work. They must've plugged the double discount.

BLUEYK · 26-04-2020 12:03pm

For those wondering on codes, which site, etc, the link to the Irish rewards store on page 2 I found best to use. The rewards store auto gives 10% off and then when you spec your machine and put it in your basket apply the emag sign up 10% discount code. No need to worry about unidays, UK site or PM that way. I was confused with this myself yesterday and other posters helped me out.

Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15ARE05 15.6'' Ryzen AMD 16Gb DDR4 3200Mhz 256Gb SSD - â‚¬490

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