This review first appeared in issue 352 ofPC Pro.
TheLenovoThinkBook Plus Gen 4 is the most unusuallaptopIve ever reviewed.
Note that isnt 360, which is a shame I kept trying to twist it in the wrong direction.
…but the hinged lid allows you to swivel the display by 180º…
So, lets address the obvious question: why?
According to Lenovo, it offers four modes: laptop,tablet, e-paper and typewriting.
It can show anything theOLEDpanel can, so you arent reduced to viewing content made specifically for e-readers.
…to reveal a versatile 12.2in color E Ink screen
While a novel feature, I wouldnt recommend it due to the E Ink panels low 12Hz refresh rate.
of the DCI-P3 color gamut.
Still, its better to have some color than none at all.
For a start, its easier on the eyes, but it also cuts down on distractions.
Its bright, too, hitting 360cd/m2in our SDR tests and 480cd/m2withHDRcontent.
Music lovers wont appreciate the lack of bass on offer, however.
The trackpads small footprint proved more challenging, not always registering my gestures.
While I say compact, I dont say light.
Finally we come to speed, which is in line with expectations for a laptop with a Core i7-1355U.
So, should you rush over to the US and spend $3,039 on this machine?
For the vast majority of people, the answer to that is a straightforward no.
Thats a shame, as I really wanted to love the Lenovo ThinkBook Plus Gen 4.
As foldable phones have shown, having a equipment that serves multiple functions is advantageous.
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