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Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 81CA001TUS
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Main specs
| Processor | Intel Core i5-8250U 1,6GHz |
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| Screen | 15.6" 1920x1080 IPS 250 nits |
| Hard drive | 256GB SSD |
| RAM | 8GB DDR4-SDRAM |
| Operating system | Windows 10 Home |
| Graphics card | NVIDIA GeForce MX130 2GB |
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Full specifications of Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 81CA001TUS
| Reference / Part Number | 81CA001TUS |
|---|---|
| Release date | December 2019, 6 years ago |
Design
| Product type | Hybrid (2-in-1) |
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| Product colour | Black |
| Form factor | Convertible (Folder) |
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Screen
| Display diagonal | 39,6 cm |
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| Display resolution | 1920 x 1080 pixels |
| Touchscreen | Yes |
| Touchscreen type | Capacitive |
| HD type | Full HD |
| Panel type | IPS |
| LED backlight | Yes |
| Native aspect ratio | 16:9 |
| Display surface | Matt |
| Display brightness | 250 cd/m² |
Processor
| Processor family | Intel® Core™ i5 |
|---|---|
| Processor manufacturer | Intel |
| Processor model | i5-8250U |
| Processor frequency | 1,6 GHz |
| Processor generation | 8th gen Intel® Core™ i5 |
| Processor cores | 4 |
| Processor threads | 8 |
| Processor boost frequency | 3,4 GHz |
| System bus rate | 4 GT/s |
| Processor cache | 6 MB |
| Processor cache type | Smart Cache |
| Processor socket | BGA 1356 |
| Processor lithography | 14 nm |
| Processor operating modes | 64-bit |
| Processor codename | Kaby Lake R |
| Bus type | OPI |
| Stepping | Y0 |
| Thermal Design Power (TDP) | 15 W |
| Configurable TDP-up frequency | 1,8 GHz |
| Configurable TDP-up | 25 W |
| Configurable TDP-down | 10 W |
| Configurable TDP-down frequency | 0,8 GHz |
| Tjunction | 100 °C |
| Maximum number of PCI Express lanes | 12 |
| PCI Express slots version | 3.0 |
| PCI Express configurations | 1x2+2x1,1x4,2x2,4x1 |
Memory
| Internal memory | 8 GB |
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| Maximum internal memory | 16 GB |
| Internal memory type | DDR4-SDRAM |
| Memory form factor | SO-DIMM |
| Memory slots | 1x SO-DIMM |
Storage
| Total storage capacity | 256 GB |
|---|---|
| Storage media | SSD |
| Optical drive type | No |
| Total SSDs capacity | 256 GB |
| Number of SSDs installed | 1 |
| SSD capacity | 256 GB |
| Card reader integrated | Yes |
| Compatible memory cards | MMC,SD,SDHC,SDXC |
Graphics
| On-board graphics card | Yes |
|---|---|
| Discrete graphics card | Yes |
| Discrete graphics card model | NVIDIA® GeForce® MX130 |
| On-board graphics card model | Intel® UHD Graphics 620 |
| Discrete graphics card memory | 2 GB |
| On-board graphics card family | Intel® UHD Graphics |
| On-board graphics card base frequency | 300 MHz |
| On-board graphics card dynamic frequency (max) | 1100 MHz |
| Maximum on-board graphics card memory | 32 GB |
| On-board graphics card DirectX version | 12.0 |
| On-board graphics card OpenGL version | 4.4 |
| On-board graphics card ID | 0x5917 |
Audio
| Number of built-in speakers | 2 |
|---|---|
| Speakers manufacturer | Harman Kardon |
| Speaker power | 1,5 W |
| Built-in microphone | Yes |
Camera
| Front camera | Yes |
|---|---|
| Front camera HD type | HD |
Network
| Mobile network connection | No |
|---|---|
| Top Wi-Fi standard | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| Wi-Fi standards | 802.11a,802.11b,802.11g,Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n),Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| Antenna type | 2x2 |
| Ethernet LAN | No |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Bluetooth version | 4.1 |
| WWAN | Not installed |
Ports & interfaces
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity | 2 |
|---|---|
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-C ports quantity | 1 |
| HDMI ports quantity | 1 |
| HDMI version | 1.4b |
| Combo headphone/mic port | Yes |
| Docking connector | No |
| USB Sleep-and-Charge | Yes |
| USB Sleep-and-Charge ports | 1 |
Keyboard
| Numeric keypad | No |
|---|---|
| Pointing device | Touchpad |
Software
| Operating system installed | Windows 10 Home |
|---|---|
| Operating system architecture | 64-bit |
Processor special features
| Intel® My WiFi Technology (Intel® MWT) | Yes |
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| Intel® Smart Response Technology | Yes |
| Intel® Identity Protection Technology (Intel® IPT) | Yes |
| Intel® Hyper Threading Technology (Intel® HT Technology) | Yes |
| Intel® Turbo Boost Technology | 2.0 |
| Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology | Yes |
| Intel® Clear Video HD Technology (Intel® CVT HD) | Yes |
| Intel Clear Video Technology | Yes |
| Intel® InTru™ 3D Technology | Yes |
| Intel® Quick Sync Video Technology | Yes |
| Intel Flex Memory Access | Yes |
| Intel® AES New Instructions (Intel® AES-NI) | Yes |
| Intel Trusted Execution Technology | No |
| Intel Enhanced Halt State | Yes |
| Intel VT-x with Extended Page Tables (EPT) | Yes |
| Intel® Secure Key | Yes |
| Intel TSX-NI | No |
| Intel Stable Image Platform Program (SIPP) | No |
| Intel® OS Guard | Yes |
| Intel Software Guard Extensions (Intel SGX) | Yes |
| Intel® Clear Video Technology for Mobile Internet Devices (Intel CVT for MID) | Yes |
| Intel 64 | Yes |
| Execute Disable Bit | Yes |
| Idle States | Yes |
| Thermal Monitoring Technologies | Yes |
| Processor package size | 42 X 24 mm |
| Supported instruction sets | AVX 2.0,SSE4.1,SSE4.2 |
| Processor code | SR3LA |
| CPU configuration (max) | 1 |
| Embedded options available | No |
| Intel Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d) | Yes |
| Intel Identity Protection Technology version | 1.00 |
| Intel Smart Response Technology version | 1.00 |
| Intel Stable Image Platform Program (SIPP) version | 0.00 |
| Intel Secure Key Technology version | 1.00 |
| Intel TSX-NI version | 0.00 |
| Intel Virtualization Technology (VT-x) | Yes |
| Processor ARK ID | 124967 |
| Conflict-Free processor | Yes |
Battery
| Battery capacity | 52,5 Wh |
|---|---|
| Battery technology | Lithium Polymer (LiPo) |
| Number of battery cells | 3 |
| Battery life (max) | 10,5 h |
Power
| AC adapter power | 65 W |
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Security
| Cable lock slot | Yes |
|---|---|
| Trusted Platform Module (TPM) | No |
| Password protection | Yes |
| Password protection type | HDD,Power on,Supervisor |
Certificates
| Compliance certificates | RoHS |
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Sustainability
| Sustainability certificates | EPEAT Silver,ENERGY STAR |
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Weight & dimensions
| Weight | 2 kg |
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| Width | 364 mm |
| Depth | 247 mm |
| Height | 19 mm |
Frequently asked questions
Is the Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 81CA001TUS good for gaming?
You can game on it, though this laptop was not built for it: it carries the dedicated NVIDIA GeForce MX130. Its card's page shows what level it handles current games at.
How long does the battery of the Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 81CA001TUS last?
The manufacturer declares up to 10,5 h of battery life. Real duration depends on brightness, workload and battery health.
What is the screen of the Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 81CA001TUS like?
It carries a 15.6" 1920x1080 IPS 250 nits display.
Which processor and graphics card does the Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 81CA001TUS have?
It runs on the Intel Core i5-8250U processor with the NVIDIA GeForce MX130 graphics. Their pages carry their benchmarks, ranking position and alternatives.
Can the RAM of the Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 81CA001TUS be upgraded?
Yes: it has 1 memory slot and takes up to 16 GB according to the manufacturer (it ships with 8GB).
Which operating system does the Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 81CA001TUS come with?
It comes with Windows 10 Home preinstalled.
Which ports does the Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 81CA001TUS have?
According to its spec sheet: 1 × USB-C, 2 × USB-A, 1 × HDMI, card reader, headphone jack (3.5 mm).
Does the Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 81CA001TUS have a touch screen?
Yes, according to its spec sheet the screen is a touch screen.
How much does the Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 81CA001TUS weigh?
It weighs 2 kg, a normal weight for its size: easy enough to move around.
When was the Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 81CA001TUS released?
Its release date is December 2019, 6 years ago.