“The IdeaPad Y480 is fast — productivity-powerhouse fast, almost expensive-gaming-laptop-level fast — with a screen and keyboard that are first-class. Multimedia-wise, the standard WiDi, OneKey Theater, and exceptional speakers make this a top choice for anyone looking for a laptop on which to enjoy music, movies, and online videos. computer-shopper | “An elegant unibody aluminum design and silky-smooth keyboard and touchpad make Lenovo's [IdeaPad U400] 4.25-pound laptop a pleasure to use, while a peppy Core i5 CPU, roomy 750GB hard drive, and sunny 14-inch screen keep users productive. pcmag |
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Windows 8 ProReady for business. With Windows 8 Pro, you get everything in Windows 8, plus enhanced features that help you easily connect to company networks, access files on the go, encrypt your data, and more. | | Selected | Unavailable | Unavailable | Unavailable |
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Windows 8Beautiful, fast, fluid. Windows 8 has been reimagined to be all about you. Put what matters most right on your Start screen, and get instant access to your people, apps, and stuff, so you can spend less time searching and more time Doing. | | Selected | Selected | Selected | Selected |
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Windows RTGo anywhere. Beautiful, fast, fluid. Instantly up to date. Office Home & Student 2013 RT is included so you can Do more with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and OneNote. Only works with apps from the Windows Store, not any other desktop applications. | | Selected | Unavailable | Unavailable | Unavailable |
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Microsoft Office Home & Student 2013 RTDo more with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and OneNote preloaded on your PC. | | Selected | Unavailable | Unavailable | Unavailable |
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Microsoft Office 2013Lenovo systems are optimized for the new Office 2013. Purchase a Product Key for the preloaded software. Available in full-featured Office Suites for single use PCs, as well as Office 365 subscription for use on multiple devices (not for commercial use). | | Selected | Available | Available | Available |
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3rd Generation Intel® Core™ i Series ProcessorsThanks to this technology, Intel®-equipped PCs deliver smart, adaptive, and responsive performance and visuals that give users a better PC experience. | | Selected | Selected | Selected | Selected |
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Previous-Generation Intel® Core™ i Series ProcessorsIntel® Core™ processors combine unique Intel technologies and massive memory bandwidth to accelerate processing and deliver a visibly better PC experience. | | Unavailable | Selected | Unavailable | Selected |
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AMD ProcessorsCost-effective processors that deliver fast processing so you can do more in less time without squandering power. | | Unavailable | Unavailable | Unavailable | Selected |
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NVIDIA® Tegra ProcessorsNVIDIA® Tegra processors deliver unprecedented performance in a wide range of mobile devices. | | Selected | Unavailable | Unavailable | Unavailable |
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ULV ProcessorsUltra low voltage processors combine performance with energy efficiency for longer battery life. | | Selected | Selected | Unavailable | Unavailable |
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Multitouch DisplayCapacative touch technology makes IdeaPad multitouch displays sensitive, responsive, and easy to use. | | Available | Unavailable | Unavailable | Selected |
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Dolby® Audio EnhancementImmerse yourself in vivid, realistic, theater-style Dolby® surround sound. | | Unavailable | Selected | Selected | Selected |
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OneKey® TheaterSwitch the display and speakers from normal mode to movie mode with the press of a button. | | Unavailable | Unavailable | Selected | Selected |
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HDMIEnjoy high-def sound and video by using the HDMI port to connect to compatible devices. | | Available | Available | Available | Available |
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USB 3.0Transfer data up to 10 times faster than other USB technologies. | | Selected | Selected | Selected | Selected |
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Intel® WiDiWirelessly enjoy laptop content on a compatible big screen with Intel® Wireless Display (WiDi) technology. | | Unavailable | Selected | Selected | Selected |
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Ambient Light SensorSelect laptops feature a new technology that adjusts the screen's brightness based your environment and lighting conditions to optimize display quality, alleviate eye strain, and conserve battery power. | | Unavailable | Selected | Selected | Unavailable |
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LED Backlit Display Experience the latest in display technology. LED backlit displays are thinner, lighter, and use less power than traditional laptop displays, but still provide the same level of brightness for easy viewing. | | Available | Available | Available | Available |
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Discrete GraphicsModels with discrete graphics feature a dedicated graphics processor and memory to provide superior performance for gaming or other graphics-intensive applications. | | Unavailable | Selected | Selected | Selected |
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Lenovo Quick StartLenovo's exclusive 'instant on' feature allows to to bypass the operating system to give you access to the internet in seconds. | | Unavailable | Unavailable | Unavailable | Unavailable |
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Breathable KeyboardIntel® Advanced Cooling Technology lets your PC run cooler on your lap by letting air flow through the keyboard. | | Unavailable | Selected | Selected | Selected |
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Backlit KeyboardLED backlit keyboards let you keep typing comfortably and accurately in in low-light environments. | | Unavailable | Unavailable | Selected | Selected |
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MapLife GPS CapabilitySelect laptops feature a wireless option that uses built-in GPS functionality. | | Unavailable | Selected | Unavailable | Unavailable |
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Bluetooth®Connect your laptop to a range of Bluetooth-enabled devices including mobile phones, headsets, and PDAs. With Bluetooth, sharing and synchronizing data between devices is easy and hassle-free. No wires or internet connectivity required. | | Selected | Selected | Selected | Selected |
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OneKey® RecoveryRecover and restore your system and valuable data with a fast, effective rescue interface that diagnoses where a corruption occurred. | | Selected | Available | Available | Available |
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Warranty & SupportIdeaPad laptops and netbooks are backed by the Lenovo standard warranty and Lenovo Service and Support, offering the help you need when you need it. | | Available | Available | Available | Available |
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Lenovo Energy ManagementSave energy — and extend battery life — with Lenovo's proprietary energy management software. Lenovo Energy Management optimizes power consumption so you can Do more with every charge of the battery. | | Available | Selected | Selected | Selected |
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EPEAT Gold Environmental RatingUnder the federally-funded EPEAT program in the US, manufacturers declare their products' conformance to a comprehensive set of environmental criteria. EPEAT Gold products must meet all 23 required criteria and at least 75 percent of the optional criteria. | | Unavailable | Selected | Selected | Unavailable |
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EPEAT Silver Environmental RatingUnder the federally-funded EPEAT program in the US, manufacturers declare their products' conformance to a comprehensive set of environmental criteria. EPEAT Silver products must meet all 23 required criteria and at least 50 percent of the optional criteria. | | Unavailable | Selected | Selected | Selected |
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ENERGY STAR CompliantSelect IdeaPad laptops and netbooks carry the ENERGY STAR label attesting to their superior energy efficiency. This lowers operating costs and reduces overall energy use and heat emissions. | | Unavailable | Available | Selected | Available |
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RoHS CompliantIdeaPad laptops and netbooks feature key components that measure up to the rigorous RoHS standard (restriction of Use of Hazardous Substances). The RoHS directive requires the removal of six hazardous substances from electric and electronic equipment. | | Available | Available | Available | Available |
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