Lenovo is launching a slew of different devices at MWC 2022 in Spain, Barcelona. Joining the lineup are two new ThinkBook devices — ThinkBook 14s Yoga Gen 2 and the ThinkBook 13s Gen 4i.
Both laptops come with 12th Gen Intel Core processors, up to Windows 11 Pro, fast SSD storage, Intel Thunderbolt 4, and WiFi 6E.
ThinkBook 14s Yoga Gen 2
As the name suggests, this laptop inherits the bendy and flexible characteristics of the Lenovo Yoga line. It has multiple modes, making it adaptable to user needs. Here are key details:
- Latest 12th Gen Intel Core processors with Intel Iris® Xe graphics help users breeze through tasks in Windows 11 Pro.
- 14-inch FHD Dolby Vision enabled display with 100% sRGB color gamut and Low Blue Light technology.
- Dual SSD storage that supports up to two (2) x 1TB PCIe Gen 4 SSDs.
- DDR4 memory with support up to 40GB
- Intel Thunderbolt 4 and USB Type-C ports for rapid data transfer and peripheral connectivity.
- Intel Wi-Fi 6E.
- Smart Power On.
- Touch mode on the Corning Gorilla Glass protected display.
- Smart Pen support. Take notes, sketch designs and sign documents easily.
- Thin and sleek aluminum design, available in Mineral Grey or Abyss Blue.
- FHD camera option with physical camera shutter.
- AI-powered Glance by Mirametrix senses users’ facial features and offers presence detection and privacy alerts.
- Smart Appearance can enhance camera effects, blur the background or add an image during video calls.
- Super Resolution can upscale 720p video to 1080p.
- Dolby Audio channelled through Harman-branded speakers.
- Quick and easy access to Voice-over-IP functions.
It’s a flexible device that doesn’t skimp on power and features. The multiple modes coupled with the Smart Pen support opens up various usage possibilities for this machine.
ThinkBook 13s Gen 4i
The ThinkBook 13s Gen 4i offers similar power and performance features but in a more traditional laptop form factor. Here are key details:
- Streamlined new thinner looking metallic measuring just 14.9mm thin.
- Three 13.3-inch display options (touch option) including WUXGA and WQXGA resolutions with TÜV Rheinland Low Blue Light technology.
- FHD camera option for crisper video clarity.
- Physical camera shutter for user privacy.
- Ambient Light Sensor adjusts brightness based on surrounding light.
- Up to 1TB PCIe SSD storage.
- Up to 32GB memory support.
- 56Wh battery (around 11 hours of use).
- 2 x Intel Thunderbolt 4 ports for audio, video, and power delivery.
It’s a sleek and capable machine that’s geared more towards traditional laptop users. There’s enough her to power you hybrid work setup and help you get things done efficiently.
Price and availability
ThinkBook 14s Yoga Gen 2 will be available from April 2022, starting at US$ 849.
ThinkBook 13s Gen 4 i will be available from April 2022, starting at US$ 849.