Thinkpad Helix - A Dual Purpose Ultrabook by Lenovo

The Las Vegas CES event witnessed the launch of many technologically advanced gadgets by various companies. Lenovo too unveiled its Thinkpad Helix in the show. Keeping in tune with the technological advancement, Lenovo has offered a dual-purpose tablet that also doubles up as an Ultrabook. To find out about Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5, click here

Let us find out if the Lenovo has successfully delivered what it had aimed at:

Physical Form Factor

The Thinkpad Helix, very subtly resembles its predecessors. The look and feel is quite similar to the earlier version of Thinkpads as compared to other laptops that were convertibles. Lenovo has again managed to keep the same black design that is packaged in hard cover plastic like chassis. However, the most surprising factor is when you open it and discover that this laptop serves the dual purpose of a tablet as well as Ultrabook. With the help of a switch located at the left hand corner of the device, you will be able to convert this Ultrabook into a 21mm tablet after removing it from its dock. The hinge is sturdy and it is capable of supporting the entire unit as it is strong built despite being plastic. So, you need not worry about breaking it while unhinging it or re-assembling it. Additionally, after unhinging the tablet for use, you can rest assured that it is sturdy and is capable of withstanding prolonged use. The only thing that comes in the way of calling this Ultrabook sleek is the weight factor because it weighs a hefty 835grams.

Screen Display

The resolution of the latest Thinkpad by Lenovo measures (11.6in) 1920x1080 with a 10-point multi touch capacity. The viewing angles of the unit are impressive, you will be easily able to make out the entire display at any given viewing angle. The colors are crisp with the right levels of brightness suitable for working. The touch enabled screen that doubles up as an independent tablet. Touch responsiveness is good and you can easily navigate through web pages and swipe across to reveal other functionalities.

Apart from the touch screen ability you will discover an added feature that includes Wacom stylus that comes handy for those who have an artistic streak. The unit is capable of securing the stylus in the given slot located at the top edge of the entire unit. Now you will not run the risk of losing it. You can use the stylus for taking notes or creating your doodles, it works smoothly and swiftly across the screen.

You can easily utilize the elements of Photoshop that works well including the minutest of details with the sensitive touch of stylus at all angles. If you are a designer then you can easily create designs with detailing or create a digital painting.

Performance and price

Lenovo Thinkpad Helix is well designed to serve a full-fledged purpose of an Ultrabook. It is powered with a Core i7 processor, a whooping 8GB RAM and offers an internal memory of 256GB. This does prove that the new Lenovo Thinkpad is capable of being used as an Ultrabook for heavy usage along with continual use for gaming purpose. The memory too is fair enough to provide you with ample amount of storage space. The price of this dual purpose Lenovo Thinkpad is $1,500. If you are wondering about low budgeted variants, then you will have to wait till the launch of Core i3 and Core i5 processors. Hopefully these versions might cost a bit less than this new version.

Conclusion

The Thinkpad Helix is a fully capable dual purpose tablet/Ultrabook that is sturdy in built and good in performance. The only factor that might keep you from purchasing it is the pricing that seems expensive as compared to other convertibles and hybrids available in the technology market priced at $700.