Lenovo IdeaPad U310
| Company type | Ultrabook |
|---|---|
| Industry | Computer hardware |
| Predecessor | Lenovo U300s |
| Founded | 2012 |
| Products | Laptop computers |
The Lenovo IdeaPad U310 is an Ultrabook introduced in 2012 as the follow-up to the Lenovo U300s. It showcases a sleek aluminum chassis paired with an island-style keyboard and a generously sized touchpad.
Hardware specifications
Christopher Null from Wired observed that the U310’s performance was comparable to that of the U300s, even though it utilized a slower 5400rpm 500GB hard drive instead of a 256GB SSD. This was offset by a more powerful processor. The device delivered approximately 4 hours and 20 minutes of video playback on battery.
The U310 is equipped with a 13.3-inch display featuring a resolution of 1366x768 pixels, two USB 3.0 ports, one USB 2.0 port, HDMI output, wired Ethernet connectivity, and an SD card reader.
Wireless connectivity
A significant number of users experienced unreliable wireless performance affecting all U310 and U410 units manufactured prior to July 23, 2012. Lenovo acknowledged this defect and provided repair services but did not initiate a formal recall; some repaired laptops continued to suffer from connectivity problems. Further reports suggest that these issues persisted in subsequent production batches.
Lenovo has reached a class-action settlement offering affected customers repair options, $100 reimbursements, or $250 vouchers applicable toward the purchase of new Lenovo laptops.
Case and hinge durability
Globally, many customers reported problems with hinge breakage and audible cracking noises occurring between six months and one year of usage. Lenovo has yet to officially confirm this defect and has charged users for expensive screen repairs, costs comparable to purchasing a new U310 model. No formal recall has been issued for this matter.
Reviews
Wired highlighted the U310 as delivering "great value," with robust performance and solid build quality, while pointing out limitations such as subpar screen resolution and the lack of keyboard backlighting.