Just recently, namely at the beginning of this year, people all over the world were able to meet with transformer Lenovo Yoga 2 Pro, which immediately became extremely popular. Less than a year as the expanded range of another model – Lenovo Yoga 3 Pro review. But, unlike many other manufacturers, engineers Lenovo is not limited to the modernization of some element of the previous version, and create something new. In this case, the concept of the device remains the same: his body is able to transform into four modes: laptop, tablet, console and presentation. With the new process of turning the hinge mechanism has become even easier, more convenient and more reliable, slim body give “a light” to any Ultrabook, powerful filling even able to run complex applications, and smart screen resolution will surprise even the hardened skeptic. In short, meet – Ultrabook Lenovo Yoga 3 Pro review!
Design – Lenovo Yoga 3 Pro review
The ability to transform the gadget Lenovo Yoga 3 Pro review has remained with him, because it is, like it or not, the main “trick” the entire line. As before, the user can activate any of the four modes: laptop, tablet, console and presentation. The transformation mechanism is very simple: the cover can be placed at any degree, up to 360, choosing thus the desired mode. Roughly speaking, 90 degrees – this Ultrabook, 360 – have a tablet, and the console and presentation somewhere in between.
However, it is not surprising! It is in the Lenovo Yoga 3 Pro review has been brought to life a new hinge mechanism that has not been used by any manufacturer. This is not all the usual two elements that connect the upper part of the device from the bottom. In this case, the joint has six aluminum bonding points, which consist, in total, 813 of the component elements. A look loop as metal bracelet with a lot of stitches. Manufacturer confident that these unusual retention solutions will become more flexible, and its degree of reliability will increase several times. And I must pay tribute to the engineers did their best, because no claims to the strength of the structure is not, on the contrary, it causes only admiration!
There are three color variations gadget: «Light Silver» and «Clementine Orange», which was also that of his predecessor, and «Golden». These colors can be called successful, because the colors are very driving, and suitable for both lovers of quiet tones, and those who want to stand out from the crowd. Incidentally, the bottom as well as the cover, is made of aluminum alloy. It is whole, seemingly reliable and durable feel.
As for the appearance of the Ultrabook Lenovo Yoga 3 Pro review, it is quite laconic. Aluminum cover, in its upper left corner of the mirror is placed corporate logo. Open the device and see a 13-inch touchscreen display, on which – eye webcam, and in the lower part – key Windows. The keyboard looks functional and durable; regardless of the chosen color of the gadget it will be black. Interfaces are conveniently located on the side faces of the notebook.
We would like to highlight the thickness and weight of Lenovo Yoga 3 Pro review, these figures are compared with the previous version, have become less. Thus, the device was 17% thinner and 14% lighter, and it is 12.8 mm versus 15.5 mm and 1.19 vs. 1.39 kg. The remaining dimensions are also pleased: for example, the length of the device is 330 mm, width – 228 mm. The only thing that’s a little frustrating is the fact that when you press the lid flex, resulting in deformed image on the screen. But, unfortunately, is common among ultra-thin devices, so something must be sacrificed. Aside from this nuance, then no further claims to novelty not, at least to her appearance.
Display, sound and webcam – Lenovo Yoga 3 Pro review
Among the advantages of the new Lenovo Yoga 3 Pro review and the 13.3-inch touch screen. Its resolution is 3200×1800 pixels, wherein the density of dots per inch – 276 ppi. The display is glossy, with anti-reflective coating. From edge to edge is covered with a protective glass Gorilla Glass, which aims – to protect the panel from damage. By the way, the frame around the screen is wide enough; it seems that it is too much.
Type set matrix – IPS, and therefore for the visibility and image quality on the screen, you cannot worry: everything is spotless. In general, no matter what angle the user has not looked into the display, it is waiting for a clear, colorful and very realistic image. By the way, with the brightness and contrast, too, there is no problem; they are at the proper level. Is that the items on the screen will be small, but this is easily remedied by scaling.
The sensor also performs well in the work: immediate response, for the most part, the commands is executed quickly, and there is no need to repeat them. However, sometimes freezes do occur, but it is only natural for such a resolution. In addition, there is support for multi-touch; in this case it is the 10-finger.
As with the Lenovo Yoga 2 Pro, in the upper left corner is the corporate logo of the company, which in all modes accept the classic – the notebook will be read upside down. Next to him, but almost in the center, placed a webcam with a resolution of 720p. Wonders of it are not worth waiting, still cameras with similar resolution will not make high-quality pictures. But it is perfect for video on the Internet.
Acoustics transformer provided by two speakers JBL, located on the bottom, closer to the edges. Sound unremarkable, but it is not a bad name. In general, to listen to audio or watch the video it will be enough. To enhance the sound effect can be put on the headphones.
Keyboard and Touchpad – Lenovo Yoga 3 Pro review
The device Lenovo Yoga 3 Pro review is able to work in any of four positions, but the keyboard is available only in the “Laptop”. It is in the form of a thick rubber coating on a porous form. This surface does not collect fingerprints, it does not stay on the dirt, and if they are any traces, it is easy to get rid of them ordinary cloth.
Keyboard Lenovo Yoga 3 Pro review island type, while the buttons have a recognizable shape with a rounded bottom. The layout is standard, except for the absence of a number of [F1] – [F12], between the keys quite a distance. Marking white colored buttons plus many more and orange. Nampada, of course not, but the turnout block virtually reduced, which really comes in handy.
In the keyboard is backlit, which, unfortunately, is not regulated. Thus, it can be either on or off. By the way, when the backlight is illuminated button is not all, but only its outline. This is possible because light edging around each button. The key travel is average, which is especially handy if you need to print a lot and often. Quick and clear response, the keyboard is virtually silent.
The touchpad is not in the middle, it is slightly shifted to the right. Touchpad is large enough, the surface is smooth to the touch, and the boundaries clearly be felt even in the dark. The touchpad is sensitive and has a good response; there is support for standard multi-touch gestures. There are no physical keys, but at the bottom of the touch pad there is a zone, separated by a vertical strip that conventionally defines the area of the left and right buttons.
Performance – Lenovo Yoga 3 Pro review
Lenovo Yoga 3 Pro review runs under the operating system Windows 8.1 Pro, which is perfectly suited for devices with touch controls. Processor is not yet too well known dual-core Intel Core M-5Y70 family Brodwell with a base clock speed of 1.1 GHz. When activated technology Turbo Boost, the frequency increases to 2.6 GHz. CPU is made on 14-nm process technology, has 4 MB cache in the third level, and its level TDP of 4.5 watts. Performance Core M-5Y70 give odds chips Haswell family Core i3 and Core i5.
As for the graphics system, then it is presented in the form of a new generation of integrated graphics – Intel HD Graphics 5300, which supports DirectX 11.2. Its working frequency can range from 100 MHz to 850MHz. With their duties graphics chip does well, however, it is not necessary to feed the big illusions. Yet the potential for serious gaming integrated graphics will be little, if any, will be playable. For example, choosing Dota2 will have to reduce the display resolution to 1366×768 pixels, so she went with 25-26 fps at medium settings. Same thing with the Counter-Strike: GO, although you can play with a frequency of 35-37 frames per second. In general, the maximum cope with what video card Intel HD Graphics 5300 – with everyday simple tasks.
Number of RAM is 8 GB standard DDR3L-1600 MHz, and that the maximum possible amount. The data storage corresponds to 512 GB solid state drive, at the same time there is a complete set with a smaller capacity SSD, namely 128 GB.
Ports and Communications – Lenovo Yoga 3 Pro review
As we mentioned, all interfaces are distributed over the side faces of the gadget. On the right side is port USB 3.0, a combined audio jack and a few physical buttons, namely: the power button, rocker sound, key lock screen orientation, and finally reset button / on.
The left side includes another port USB 3.0, a connector for charging laptop, which in combination – port USB 2.0, video output Micro-HDMI, card reader 4-in-1 (SD / MMC / SDXC / SDHC). Note that this number of ports and connectors, perhaps, the maximum for a similar form factor, and all you need for daily interfaces are present here. The only pity that there is no RJ-45.
The front and back face empty.
Well to wireless communications, they are quite familiar: Bluetooth 4.0 and Wi-Fi standard 802.11ac.
Battery and heating – Lenovo Yoga 3 Pro review
According to the manufacturer, Lenovo Yoga 3 Pro review has a 4-cell lithium-polymer battery with a capacity of 44.8Wh, and is able to work about 7 hours on a single battery charge. Unfortunately, despite a very energy-efficient processor, this figure does not correspond to reality, even at the minimum load. So, with the included Wi-Fi and a maximum brightness, with the most ordinary, everyday load transformer enough little more than 4 hours. Economy mode discharged him for 5 hours, and the maximum load “finishing off” at 3:00. As can be seen, the results are disappointing, but, on the other hand, always have to sacrifice something, for example, for a good autonomy of the image, as in this case.
By the way, Ultrabook Lenovo Yoga 3 Pro review is not heated, even under load, and quiet cooler runs almost silently. So that the device can be safely kept in her lap, without worrying that it will be too hot or uncomfortable. For high-quality ventilation system gadget you can put a solid “five”!
Conclusion – Lenovo Yoga 3 Pro review
Well, here we are introduced to the third generation of rulers Yoga – hybrid Lenovo Yoga 3 Pro review. The device is quite specific, primarily because it looks unusual. Zest is that the mounting system has as many as six joints that resemble a chain. In total, more than 800 parts involved, and this in order that the device be convenient to transform various modes, as well as greater reliability.
At this innovation does not end there, because as a processor used Intel Core M-5Y70, sufficiently powerful and energy-efficient. In addition, the display resolution in Lenovo Yoga 3 Pro review is 3200×1800 pixels, which, on the one hand, it is very cool, but on the other hand, can cause hang small and blurry due to scaling quality keyboard certainly pleases, as well as the number of ports and connectors. The only moot point – the battery, which, unfortunately, does not provide adequate autonomy. However, a few hours without recharging gadget still will work without problems.
By the way, the price can hardly be called humane, cost Ultrabook Lenovo Yoga 3 Pro review in the most unpretentious configuration starts at $ 1,100. But is this a problem for real admirers of extraordinary gadgets?!
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