View/buy on Amazon in your region: amzn.to/3FYEPZH or alternate UK link: amzn.to/3vMkBR7 Abyss Blue version (my affiliate links). Check spec matches the Chromebook in this video. ✨ Find/follow/support the channel: linktr.ee/mergedroid ✨ Check out the previous two generations of the small Flex 3i Chromebooks: kzitem.info/news/bejne/1Z6fqn6VnICfhIo CORRECTION - I said the screen was FHD, I meant to say WUXGA, so it's even better. I stated the correct resolution.
@Mohamed-x3l2b
7 ай бұрын
you sold me on this laptop in 5 minutes, great review.
@MergeDroid
7 ай бұрын
Great to hear it was useful and gave you what you needed to make a decision on it. If you're buying make sure it's the exact spec you expect, you might find this video useful kzitem.info/news/bejne/xX6dsaBqnn-ofHY Hope you'll also consider a sub for more Chromebook content like this 👍
@jovid7
10 ай бұрын
Great review. I picked one up at best buy for $179 but it's only the 4gb model. Even with just 4gb it's pretty good. I like the form factor so much that I'm on the lookout for an 8gb model.
@MergeDroid
10 ай бұрын
Thank you, great to hear from a happy owner. Fingers crossed an 8GB RAM deal comes up for you over Black Friday! Hope you'll enjoy some of the other Chromebook content on the channel in the meantime!
@peejae082004
8 ай бұрын
How long does the battery last if you'll use it for watching KZitem videos?
@MergeDroid
8 ай бұрын
@@peejae082004 Hi, it''s hard to answer on that as there are too many variables like screen brightness and volume, but the battery life with the N100 and I imagine with the N200 is seeming very impressive. Is there a particular minimum time you're hoping for?
@peejae082004
8 ай бұрын
@@MergeDroid I guess the N series won't be able to beat ARM based devices in terms of battery life. Hopefully budget snapdragon laptops come out soon.
@MergeDroid
8 ай бұрын
Maybe not, but I think this N100 (I haven't tried the N200) is definitely a step forward say from the Celeron N4500 and for the power it offers too it's hard to knock it.
@mdubb4855
7 ай бұрын
That was nice, and succinct. Comments on suitability for enjoying Netflix etc. would be appreciated, IPS usually means better video but some Lenovo Chromebooks only offer 67-72% sRGB coverage (for example, apparently this model in its 4gb variant in the US), while other models (Slim 3) offer 100% sRGB.
@MergeDroid
7 ай бұрын
Thanks, glad it was useful. For Netflix use you'll be fine, but I think it's a case of using the browser rather than the app still to get 1080p. Related to the colour for this - Lenovo's spec pages list the Flex 3i displays (they are all the same in this range) as 50% NTSC and that's equivalent to 72% sRGB. Not the best, not the worst and on a smaller screen where you're unlikely to use it for graphic design or hours on end, maybe less of an issue. For media play back I've mainly been watching KZitem, so perhaps need to test with some movies too, but I'd say expect it to be good but not blow you away if you've used screens with 100% sRGB coverage. As well as the resolution I really like the 300 nits of brightness. On the Slim 3i that 100% coverage is only on the touch screen models. I have a non-touch where it's stated as 45% NTSC, so 57% sRGB. My video on it - kzitem.info/news/bejne/pYRur3uJpJp-iWk The display on it regardless still looks good, I really need to get two side by side to compare.
@mdubb4855
Ай бұрын
Thanks for your link to this video. It’s the “form factor” I wanted (compact chassis with bigger than average screen) but I opted for Lenovo’s 14” model instead for its better screen (100% sRGB). The 14” is a bag hog though. However the market is going through another upheaval - the move to apparently much improved Intel N100 and N200 processors instead of N4020 series which are dogs in comparison. I don’t know why the Snapdragon optimized for Chromebook didn’t snag more market share. Maybe it had a fancy name and brand but couldn’t deliver. Ever wonder why ChomeOS runs equally well on ARM and Intel but Windows is still a disaster?
@MergeDroid
Ай бұрын
I'm glad the video was useful here too and helped you to make your Chromebook buying decision. I've got a video on the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3i (Chromebook Plus) (14 inch) too - kzitem.info/news/bejne/pYRur3uJpJp-iWk - but you'll note the model in my video is the spec without the 100% sRGB display coverage that I think you've gone for. The N100 is a nice processor for a fanless Chromebook. Don't forget the Intel Celeron N4500 and Pentium Silver N6000, those were the generation ater the Celeron N4020 but before the N100 and N200. The Pentium Silver N6000 is still pretty nice, especially when combined with 8GB RAM. A few videos on Chromebooks featuring those in my playlist of Chromebooks that will have ChromeOS updates until June 2031 - kzitem.info/door/PLNSLoCmFMc8o_W56KjSVL_esJe1CdiU_b Re: ChromeOS running well on ARM (and it not being the case for Windows), I think it's all down to the Linux architecture.
@lina_ann
2 ай бұрын
What's the battery life like? I'm thinking about getting one for uni work as my gaming laptop is too bulky to carry around every day
@MergeDroid
2 ай бұрын
Hi Lina, this could be a great choice for something a bit lighter/smaller if you currently have a larger laptop. Battery life is good, but as usual lots of variables like screen brightness, if you have the back-lit keyboard option and have that turned up, and of course what you're doing. I'd say with general light use and keeping the screen brightness and keyboard back light in check I'm probably getting 7 hours or so of mixed use, but probably plugging into charge before I need to. Not sure if you're in the UK, but in case you haven't seen it's the last day for the deals related to these two Chromebooks I picked up - kzitem.info/news/bejne/t6qZspmebqaii5w (14 inch, non-touch, but fairly light) and kzitem.info/news/bejne/uJimmot9kYKAgJw (although this one is 15.6 inches and not the lightest). Argos still have this Lenovo Flex 3i with the 8GB RAM config listed at under 200 pounds, but finding stock is probably difficult. Other deals on my X/Twitter.
@wesley290
7 ай бұрын
Crickey, can't get this new for less than £399 retail value now. Craziness.
@MergeDroid
7 ай бұрын
Yeah, was a great deal. Give a follow on X (Twitter) if you're not in a rush, I'm often posting Chromebook deals like this one when they come up. Hopefully we'll see some better availability and pricing on this Flex 3i later in the year 🤞
@MergeDroid
5 ай бұрын
Starting to see some improvements on price. I've just posted on X, so please consider a follow there, it's £249 at Argos for this same spec.
@jarosawkus1976
Ай бұрын
Very shipping those for £170 now hence me looking up your vids 👍@@MergeDroid
@MergeDroid
Ай бұрын
Thanks, yes, great price. I hope the video was useful. I've shared this and some other Chromebook deals today on X as usual 👍
@tubeslats
9 ай бұрын
Be careful if converting to run Windows 10/11. Mrchromebox boot script is not reversible.
@MergeDroid
9 ай бұрын
Stick to the goodness of ChromeOS 😎
@NaturalHalfling
5 ай бұрын
Can you charge this (albeit, slowly) with the average phone charger, since it's usbc? Kind of surprised such a small device like this comes with a separate brick, I would have liked to see it come with the same sort that phones do where the brick is part of the plug, just to keep accessories to a mininmum.
@MergeDroid
5 ай бұрын
This should help answer - kzitem.infoWAGKJ2UiZz0
@NaturalHalfling
5 ай бұрын
@@MergeDroid Yes then, nice! appreciate it :)
@MergeDroid
5 ай бұрын
Great minds 😀 Sometimes I prefer just to carrry something like this, it's enough to power and charge - kzitem.info/news/bejne/mpl4tn14iamcYJg
@NaturalHalfling
5 ай бұрын
@@MergeDroid Can I bother you by asking, do you think this lenovo with its n100 can do a bit of minecraft, or would that be pushing it? It has felt a bit taxing on my tablet's version. I've been on the hunt for a fanless chromebook and this one is looking almost perfect, not that I'm buying specifically to game but it's a nice ability to have for downtime. It's kind of a shame the playstore doesn't have minimum specifications required listed, so I could compare on benchmark sites.
@MergeDroid
5 ай бұрын
@@NaturalHalfling No problem, does this help give an impression - kzitem.infoGcUZWYrXTjw ?
@danny12707
8 ай бұрын
How's the stylus experience?
@MergeDroid
8 ай бұрын
Not good.....no pen support of any of these Flex 3 Chromebook models. If you want to see how to check any Lenovo for it's full spec, inc. pen support for example, this video may be helpful: kzitem.info/news/bejne/xX6dsaBqnn-ofHY
@guineapigoneill6027
8 ай бұрын
Can you link the 'Very' listing of this Chromebook as I can't find it.
@MergeDroid
8 ай бұрын
Hi, it's not showing up on their site via the site navigation as it's out of stock. However, you can find the listing if you search their site for their item ID "VO4P81N". Hope that helps. Via my Amazon affiliate link (in the video description) it looks like it's also out of stock there too as well as some other places, no current offers I'm aware of. If I spot any I'll share again via X.
@guineapigoneill6027
8 ай бұрын
Thank you!@@MergeDroid
@MergeDroid
8 ай бұрын
You're welcome. Let us know if you find stock somewhere and go for it and as mentioned I'll update X and reply here if I spot another decent deal. Are there any other Chromebook models you're considering?
@MergeDroid
10 ай бұрын
Another Black Friday bargain, this time a Chromebook Plus (update eligible) HP 15a Chromebook: kzitem.info/news/bejne/smdsnZmhmJ-hfZg
@guineapigoneill6027
8 ай бұрын
Do you know of any other chromebooks similar to this one around the £200 mark?
@MergeDroid
8 ай бұрын
Nothing right now that wouldn't involve some compromise/change. E.g. Amazon do have the ASUS Chromebook Plus CX34 on sale right now - amzn.to/48nG4OG (my affiliate link). I haven't had it on the channel yet, but am hopeful I might be able to. However, it's about an extra fifty pounds though, is 14 inch, non-touch, non-convertible.....BUT is a Chromebook Plus model, and has a 12th Gen Core i3. It depends how critical some of these elements are to you and which are personally pros or cons. What do you think of that ASUS? Please do consider a sub here and a follow on X if you're on there as I try and share the best deals I find. I've been a bit disappointed with the start of the year for deals so far. If you wanted to go a bit cheaper and with less features like the backlit keyboard etc, but still small and convertible, what do you think of the ASUS Flip CM3 - kzitem.info/news/bejne/05uqyW1tnnial6g ?
@guineapigoneill6027
8 ай бұрын
@@MergeDroidThank You! I don't think the ASUS CX34 is right for me as I would like a touchscreen one. The ASUS Flip CM3 does look quite good so I might look into it a bit more.however this one is still my favourite. Thank you!
@MergeDroid
8 ай бұрын
Yeah, this is a great option, no. 1 in my review of 2023 video. Another one maybe to consider is the Acer Spin 314: kzitem.info/news/bejne/u42euXVqi4uef2U Pops up now and then at a good price from some of the big refurb sellers on Ebay.
@guineapigoneill6027
8 ай бұрын
@@MergeDroid Thank you!
@MergeDroid
7 ай бұрын
Did you pull the trigger on a new Chromebook?
@guineapigoneill6027
8 ай бұрын
I have found a chromebook on amazon labelled: Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 Chromebook 11.6" IPS Touchscreen Convertible Laptop Intel Celeron N4500 4GB RAM 64GB eMMC Chrome OS Arctic Grey - 82N3000TUK Do you know if this is the same as the one shown in this video and if it's not, do you know the differences?
@MergeDroid
8 ай бұрын
It's the older 6th Gen model, the same I show side by side and compare this 8th gen to in the video. You can see my full video on it: kzitem.info/news/bejne/mm6KmomCiX18Z6A
@guineapigoneill6027
8 ай бұрын
Thanks fror the help! You really helped me see whats out there! I have decided on the Asus flip CM14 from curry's which was on sale at the time. Thank you!@@MergeDroid
@MergeDroid
8 ай бұрын
Glad to help! Hope you'll continue to enjoy the Chromebook content on the channel. It'll be good to hear what you think of your ASUS too, maybe I'll get to review that one some day.
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