

Buyers who do not need Windows 8.1 can buy the same configuration for only 300 Euros (~$388). With 4 GB of RAM and a 500 GB SSHD, our review sample's configuration adds up to around 370 Euros (~$479). It is an energy-efficient quad-core APU with an integrated Radeon R4 graphics core. Therefore, we will primarily focus on the new AMD A6-6310 in this report. The low-priced 15-inch laptop that only costs 270 to 450 Euros (~$349 to ~$582) depending on the configuration is very similar to the previously reviewed G50-70 based on Intel hardware (300 - 600 Euros, ~$388 - ~$776). Lenovo is one of the first manufacturers that has a corresponding series in its lineup dubbed G50-45 (also sometimes called IdeaPad G50-45). Particularly those with the recently introduced Beema platform promise an excellent value-for-money ratio.

Besides laptops with an Intel Celeron and Pentium processor, there are also various AMD-based alternatives to choose from. For the original German review, see here.īuyers looking for a basic all-round laptop for office and multimedia applications nowadays will find countless potential devices for a low price.
