Lenovo Yoga 2 Pro
| Industry | Computer hardware |
|---|---|
| Founded | November 1, 1984 in Beijing, China |
| Headquarters | Beijing , China |
| Products | IdeaPad Yoga 2 Pro, laptops, tablets, smartphones, servers |
| Website | www |
The Lenovo IdeaPad Yoga 2 Pro is a convertible Ultrabook from the IdeaPad series, introduced by Lenovo at the 2013 IFA event in Berlin and launched in the US market in October 2013. Offered in silver gray and clementine orange finishes, it incorporates a robust 360-degree hinge that facilitates various usage configurations, maximizing the touchscreen features of Windows 8. This model stands out as the first laptop to receive TUV's Green Mark certification, recognizing its environmentally conscious manufacturing and energy-efficient design.
Design and Performance
With a thickness of 0.61 inches and tapered edges, the Yoga 2 Pro presents a more traditional ultrabook aesthetic compared to its forerunner. Its innovative 360-degree Flip-and-Fold hinge enables four distinct modes: laptop, stand, tablet, and tent. A rubberized trim enhances grip during tent mode to prevent slipping. The device is equipped with a backlit AccuType keyboard alongside stereo speakers enhanced by Dolby Home Theater technology. The home button has been transformed into a touch-sensitive key located at the bottom center of the display, while the power button has been relocated to the side to minimize accidental activation.
The available configurations span from an Intel Core i3 4010U processor paired with 4GB of RAM and a 128GB solid-state drive, up to an Intel Core i7 4500U with 8GB RAM and a 512GB SSD. The 13.3-inch IPS panel boasts QHD+ resolution (3200 × 1800), supports 10-point multitouch input, and offers brightness up to 350 nits. Connectivity options include USB 3.0, USB 2.0 ports, micro-HDMI output, a combined card reader, an audio combo jack, and Intel Wireless Display capability. Lenovo advertises battery endurance of up to nine hours.
Pre-installed applications are designed to boost productivity and enhance user interaction: Phone Companion synchronizes data with mobile devices; Camera Man and Photo Touch facilitate photo capture and editing; Lenovo Picks suggests apps tailored to the current device mode (such as Skype or Netflix when in stand mode); and Lenovo Chef provides a recipe app controllable via voice commands and motion gestures.
Specifications
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| Component | Lenovo Yoga 2 Pro | ||||||||||||||
| Processor | 4th Generation Intel Core i7-4510U (2.00 GHz base frequency, 1600 MHz bus speed, 4MB cache) | 4th Generation Intel Core i7-4500U (1.80 GHz base frequency, 1600 MHz bus speed, 4MB cache) | 4th Generation Intel Core i5-4210U (1.70 GHz base frequency, 1600 MHz bus speed, 3MB cache) | 4th Generation Intel Core i5-4200U (1.60 GHz base frequency, 1600 MHz bus speed, 3MB cache) | 4th Generation Intel Core i3-4010U (1.70 GHz base frequency, 1600 MHz bus speed, 3MB cache) | ||||||||||
| Operating System | Windows 8.1 Pro 64-bit | Windows 8.1 64-bit | |||||||||||||
| Memory | Up to 8GB DDR3L at 1600 MHz, onboard dual-channel configuration (options of 4GB or 8GB) | ||||||||||||||
| Display/Resolution | 13.3-inch high-resolution QHD+ (3200 × 1800 pixels) | 13.3-inch full HD (1920 × 1080 pixels) | IPS panel featuring ten-point multitouch support | ||||||||||||
| Dimensions (W × D × H) | 12.99" × 8.66" × 0.61" (33 cm × 22 cm × 1.55 cm) | ||||||||||||||
| Weight | Approximately 3.06 lbs (1.39 kg) | ||||||||||||||
| Camera | 720p high-definition webcam | ||||||||||||||
| Storage | Available with SSD capacities of 128GB, 256GB, or 512GB | ||||||||||||||
| Wireless Communications | Intel Wireless-N 7260 supporting IEEE 802.11 b/g/n standards, Bluetooth version 4.0 | Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 7260 supporting IEEE 802.11 b/g/n/ac standards, Bluetooth version 4.0 | |||||||||||||
| Ports | One USB 3.0 port, one USB 2.0 port, combined audio jack, micro HDMI output | ||||||||||||||
| Audio | Built-in stereo speakers with Dolby technology | (Dolby Home Theater support included) | |||||||||||||
| Graphics | Integrated Intel HD Graphics 4400 | ||||||||||||||
| Battery Life | 'Up to nine hours' during Windows 8 idle at brightness level of 150 nits | 'Up to six hours' video playback on FHD model at brightness level of 150 nits | |||||||||||||
| Chassis Colors | 'Silver gray' | 'Clementine orange' | |||||||||||||
Reviews
Dan Ackerman of CNET commended the Yoga 2 Pro for its illuminated keyboard and elegant design, describing it as a significant enhancement and one of the most fashionable ultrabooks on the market.
Sasha Muller from PC Pro pointed out the device’s advancements in terms of weight reduction, durability, and visual appeal, emphasizing its competitive £1,000 price despite some drawbacks related to the high-DPI screen.
Opinions on battery performance were varied; although the Yoga 2 Pro houses a larger capacity battery than its predecessor, increased power demands from its higher resolution display (3200 ×1800 compared to 1600 ×900) lead to only slight gains in battery longevity relative to other Ultrabooks equipped with Intel’s Haswell processors.
Paul Thurrott of the Supersite for Windows highlighted the Yoga 2 Pro’s adaptability as a convertible Ultrabook, favorably comparing it to the ThinkPad X1 Carbon regarding multifunctionality and battery life, often surpassing seven hours during typical office tasks.
Concerning the display, Thurrott mentioned difficulties with certain traditional desktop applications at ultra-high resolution but recognized that for software optimized for this environment and users within the Windows Modern interface, the screen offers outstanding sharpness and clarity, making it well-suited for professional use.
Yoga 2 (standard version)
In 2014, Lenovo launched the IdeaPad Yoga 2 as a budget-friendly option to the Yoga 2 Pro, maintaining the convertible hinge mechanism. It was available in two sizes: 11-inch and 13-inch models.
The 11-inch variant began at $529, weighed 1.3 kg (2.9 pounds), and had a thickness of 1.7 cm. It was equipped with a quad-core Intel Pentium processor and a 500GB hard drive.
The 13-inch Yoga 2 started at $999, weighed 1.6 kg (3.5 pounds), and featured a 1920x1080 resolution display along with a backlit keyboard and a 500GB hard drive. It also offered options to upgrade to a fourth-generation Intel Core i5 CPU and SSD storage.
See also
- Lenovo Yoga Tablet 2 Pro powered by Atom Z3745 processor