Overview
Lenovo is a brand which is synonymous with quality and dependability. There is a wide range of products which cater for the computational needs and objectives of every consumer in the market. PC International is one of the long-standing and trusted distributors of Lenovo laptops, and other products and accessories.
At this halfway mark of 2021, we can identify which Lenovo laptops have come out as clear winners thus far in their individual categories. These are previewed in the sections below.
Best Lenovo Laptops for 2021
For Executives – Lenovo ThinkPad X11 Carbon Gen 8
Even though the Lenovo ThinkPad X11 does not yet have the 11th Gen “Tiger Lake” processors, this model is one of the leading products for the year so far, and is popular among executives and professionals.
| Pros | Cons |
| Lightweight construction | Expensive |
| The keyboard and display are impressive | There are no SD or MicroSD card slots |
| Decent number of ports and configuration options |
For Students and Budget-Conscious buyers – Lenovo Chromebook Duet
Those who are looking for a new machine but who cannot stray from strict budgets will find what they need in the Lenovo Chromebook Duet. It is top of the line in the 2-in-1 tablet category.
| Pros | Cons |
| Cheaper than other laptops and it comes with a keyboard | Tepid performance |
| Handy gestures as well as integration with Android smartphones | There is only one USB port and no headphone jack |
| Decent quality camera | The keyboard is very cramped |
| Decent battery life | There is no slot for a memory card |
For Businesses – Lenovo ThinkPad C13 Yoga
The ThinkPad C13 Yoga combines some of the best features of the ThinkPad category in addition to being a 2-in-1 laptop for businesses that use Google Workspace.
| Pros | Cons |
| It is an attractive machine with a solid design | It is a more expensive option |
| Perky AMD Ryzen 5 processor | Subpar sound |
| There are four USB ports, an HDMI port, and a MicroSD slot | The pen lags with rapid movements |
| The screen and keyboard are above-average | The base model is poorly equipped |
| The laptop has an onboard stylus |
For those who travel light – Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano
Those who need performance, durability, and innovation on the move need not look further than the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano.
| Pros | Cons |
| It is incredibly lightweight | Expensive |
| Immaculate design as well as engineering | There are only a few ports |
| Fine keyboard | There is no MicroSD card slot |
| Impressive 16:10 ratio display | Lack of a security lock slot |
| Battery life is more than adequate |
For Gamers Who Seek Solid Value – Lenovo Legion 7i
Gamers cannot skimp where performance is concerned and the Lenovo Legion boasts a well-built chassis, top-notch performance, and all the supporting features and extras that make a gaming laptop worth its price tag.
| Pros | Cons |
| Some of the best gaming performance as result of the Nvidia RTX 2080 Super (Max-Q) GPU | The design is very plain when considering the price tag |
| Customisable keyboard and lighting | It is heftier than other gaming laptops |
| Massive 2TB SSD | |
| Excellent battery life |
When choosing a laptops, some of the key considerations to bear in mind are the cost, functionality and the purpose.
