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Buy the Lenovo Yoga Chromebook C630 nowLenovo has also got the C630's usability spot on. While it could have crammed a numeric keypad in there, as HP did with its Chromebook 15, we’ve instead got a spacious layout without one, leaving plenty of room for t...
Speedy four-core processor, 128GB of eMMC storage, Serious multitasking abilities...
Larger than its rivals, Relatively short battery life...
Admittedly, you won't get the battery life of smaller models, but with 6hrs 45mins of video playback, you don't need to keep the charger near you at all times. If mobility is your priority then there are better Chromebooks out there, but this is a serious...
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The Lenovo Yoga C630 is the new laptop from Lenovo that users Qualcomm's latest mobile compute platform – the Snapdragon 850 – rather than traditional AMD and Intel hardware.While previous Windows on Snapdragon laptops have promised to bring the best of P...
4G connectivity, Huge battery life, Thin and light design, Attractive price (in the US)...
Windows 10 S mode useless, Limited app compatibility, Expensive (in the UK)...
Finally, it looks like there's a Windows-on-Snapdragon laptop that lives up to the promise of combining the best of laptops and mobile devices. While the Lenovo Yoga C630 isn't perfect, it improves on many of the failings that plagued previous WOS devices...
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The idea that we only use about 10 per cent of our brains is a modern myth you can imagine being trotted out by a Malcolm Gladwell type to a big crowd of young, hip people. Apply a similar concept to the tech we own and it is real, though, as few people r...
Superb battery life, Smart look, Mostly solid build, 4G for browsing on the go (not included in price)...
Keyboard flex, X86 emulation offers patchy and flawed app support, Intel/AMD alternatives are more powerful...
The Lenovo Yoga C630 WOS has the look and surface-level feel of a full Windows laptop. But its functionality level lies somewhere between such a laptop and a Chromebook.Its app support is limited thanks to its ARM CPU, and it really isn't as powerful in a...
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Lenovo was one of the first manufacturers to build a Windows device running on a Qualcomm Snapdragon processor - the Miix 630 - and it's extended that support to Qualcomm's second Windows chip with the new Yoga C630 WOS. The ‘WOS' stands for ‘Windows on...
So far we're impressed by the C630. It's the first Windows on Snapdragon device that really looks like a compelling laptop, boasting a slick design and solid specs without hiking the price up to compensate. Performance and software compatibility remain sl...
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The Lenovo Yoga Chromebook C630 has been launched at IFA 2018, boasting a large, 15.6-inch 4K display, a screen that folds into a tablet and a premium metal body.This is a premium Chromebook, and one that's unlikely to be given to too many college student...
Large 4K display looks great, Decent selection of ports, Up to 10 hours battery life...
It's very heavy, Chrome OS still limited, Pricey for a Chromebook...
The Lenovo Yoga Chromebook is a good-looking, premium laptop with potentially strong battery and beautiful 4K display. If you're in the market for a premium Chromebook with a decent amount of power and a great display this could be the one for you...
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Related: Best Laptop 2020 The Lenovo Yoga C630 sports a fairly unassuming design, but will be instantly familiar to Yoga users of past. It features a basic, dark grey mixed magnesium and aluminium alloy clamshell design and also comes with a 360-hinge. Th...
Light and compact design, Decent screen for the money, Stellar battery life...
Underpowered, Poor typing experience...
The Lenovo Yoga C630 13 is one of the most affordable laptops available with 4G support and a 2-in-1 form factor. Factor in the super-long battery life and ultra-portable design, and this becomes a great option for students. However, it's worth bearing in...
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Qualcomm has been pushing the Always-Connected PC (ACPC for short) for a number of years now and the ACPC segment continues to mature and getting better. All mobile users want an always connected, highly portable device that has extreme battery life. Curr...
At the end of the day the YOGA C630 by Lenovo was obviously built by those wanting a Windows device that is always connected with true all day battery life. If that sounds like you and your applications operate on Windows on Snapdragon then the C630 might...
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The Chromebook market has certainly grown since the debut of Chrome OS. Initially, there were only very cheaply made devices on the market that weren't all that polished. Many of them struggled to really perform as one would expect of a desktop OS. But th...
Clean and smooth design, Solid build quality and great materials used, Can be used in tablet mode, Nice vibrant display, USB-C charging, Chrome OS is a great Windows and Mac alternative, easy to use and maintain, Performs well, Good battery life...
Tablet feature is nice but awkward with a 15.6" screen, Speakers are mediocre, Camera is basic, nothing to write home about, The price may be a bit much for some to handle, No backlit keyboard on Core i3 model...
Chromebooks aren't for everyone as there are still a few things that Chrome OS can't do that Windows and Mac can. But for the majority of users, Chrome OS is perfect. Add in the fact that it's easy to use and maintain and you have a device most people sho...
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It wasn't all that long ago when the concept of a high-end Chromebook seemed like an oxymoron. Just a few years back we had $250-$300 products that sufficed for students and casual work needs. We were initially drawn to them because we realized most of ou...
We're a fan of the aluminum chassis and slate-like color of the Yoga Chromebook C630 but it can get cold to the touch. We're reminded of the way the Chromebook Pixel would feel cool on the exterior.As a whole, the body of the Chromebook is somewhat clinic...
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It's been 10 years since Samsung launched the first Galaxy S device and this year's model continues building upon the Galaxy Foundation with innovative tech, enhanced intelligence, and an overall solid competitor to the iPhone XS Max.For more see: Galaxy...
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Chromebooks have come a long way in the last couple of years. Running Google's Chrome OS, which is based on the Linux kernel and Chrome browser, the first devices were launched in 2011, with third-party PC manufacturers following specifications outlined b...
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Lenovo has taken the Chromebook concept and bundled it into a high-quality 15.6-inch convertible laptop with a 360-degree rotating screen hinge. There's even a 4K screen in the offing, although this is not available in the UK at the time of writing. The o...
Well built, Powerful processor, plenty of RAM, Great keyboard, Good battery life...
Only 64GB of internal storage...
Lenovo's Yoga Chromebook C630 may be a challenging option in an organisation where Windows is the primary platform, as it lacks the breadth of application support -- although it is possible to get Windows applications to run on Chrome OS. However, the Yog...
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img src=" width="800" height="600" alt="" class="image-large_wm_brw image-large">Chromebooks aren't just for kids and companies anymore, and try as Chrome OS does to shake off that image and present itself as an operating system for all, it falls to Ch...
Gorgeous screen, Full-size keyboard and trackpad, Good port configurations, Blazing performance...
Short battery for a Chromebook, Heavy and bulky, Speakers could be better positioned...
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I get a lot of laptops in to test but one has stood out this year and that is the Lenovo Yoga C630. This is the first of the second-generation of “always connected” PCs powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 850 platform and it is amazing. The underlying conc...
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4K Chromebook. Chromebooks are known for their affordability and ease of use. Lenovo is changing the paradigm with the Yoga Chromebook C630, a relatively expensive Chrome OS that brings 4K to Chromebooks. The C630 packs a lot of power, but some compromise...
crisp 4K display, powerful quad-core, eight-thread CPU, 8 GB of RAM is more than enough for Chrome OS, plentiful storage options, responsive touchpad and touchscreen, premium materials...
heavy and bulky, display backlight is too dim, graphical performance is buggy, disappointing battery life, high power draw compared to competitors...
The Lenovo Yoga Chromebook C630 is a powerful 4K beast that ultimately proves to be too much for Chrome OS to tame. While the C630 is one of the most powerful Chrome OS laptops ever made, most of that power is overkill and hurts factors that make Chromebo...
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Back at IFA 2018, we managed to grab a quick hands-on with Lenovo's Yoga Chromebook 4K. Intended for those who like large 15.6" laptops and want an ultra high-res display, the Yoga Chromebook C630 packs some impressive specs that put it right up there wi...
A solid piece of metal, the Yoga Chromebook is incredibly sturdy and well built, One of the best keyboards I've used on a Chromebook, though still a far cry from the Pixelbook's. It's comfortable for long typing sessions with solid tactile feedback. The b...
The moment I pulled the Yoga Chromebook out of its box, it was covered in fingerprints. The lid was positively gross after a few minutes, with the keyboard, touchpad, and wrist wrest points soon following. It's a pretty laptop, but it does not maintain th...
Not unless you really, really need 4K on a Chromebook. I think the high resolution will be lost on many people, especially since 4K content remains far less common than 1080p.If, however, you want a large Chromebook that's powerful to do whatever it is yo...
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Not too long ago, the only high-end Chromebook on the market was Google's own Pixelbook. But in the past few months, several laptop makers have revealed their own premium Chromebooks. Lenovo's Yoga Chromebook C630 (from $599, $899 as tested) takes thing...
Detailed 4K touch screen, Flexible aluminum chassis, Speedy performance...
Subpar battery life (on 4K model), Display could be brighter, more colorful...
The Lenovo Yoga Chromebook C630 has a flexible aluminum chassis and speedy performance, but the 4K display steals the show...
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On paper, the Lenovo Yoga C630 WOS (Windows on Snapdragon) laptop doesn't seem to stand out much, save for perhaps the somewhat unique system processor under its hood. Regardless, as an affordable, always-on, always-connected convertible PC with middle-of...
Always On, Always Connected, Excellent Battery Life, Convenient Convertible Form Factor, Relatively Affordable, Solid and Well-Built...
Not the Best Display, Software Compatibility Issues, Tinny-Sounding Speakers, Stylus Not Included...
For many users, Lenovo's Snapdragon 850-based Yoga C630 has everything they'll need, at a relatively affordable price point. You get an instant on/instant off, convertible system that is always connected and one which continues to receive emails and updat...
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Truly Mobile. The $940 Lenovo Yoga C630 WOS convertible, powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 850 Mobile Compute Platform, promises exceptional battery life, always-connected and always-on flexibility, and brisk performance, all in a super light, passively-...
attractive, highly portable, metal build, silent operation, nearly instantaneous sleep/resume times, connected standby, solid input devices, WWAN adapter standard, Lenovo Active Pen inculuded...
ARM compatibility still clearly in its early stages, x86 performance very disappointing, extremely thin port selection, hardly any upgrades/repairs possible, UFS 2.1 storage can't compare to fast SSDs...
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Lenovo's Yoga C630 is probably the best Windows on ARM device, depending on what you're looking for. There are only two PCs on the market to use Qualcomm's latest chipset, the Snapdragon 850, with the other one being the Samsung Galaxy Book2.I reviewed th...
I love the Lenovo Yoga C630, but the truth is that I wouldn't buy it for $939.99. I love it because I believe in Windows on ARM and I'm excited to see it in an actual convertible form factor, and also because I believe in 4G LTE connectivity on PCs. I als...
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Ever since Qualcomm and partners such as Lenovo started to show always-on, always-connected PCs running Windows on Snapdragon processors, we pointed out that what a lot of people really want is an ultralight clamshell PC with extreme battery life and dece...
The Lenovo Yoga C630 WoS is probably the best Snapdragon-based PC in terms of productivity. Although its competition may boast a smaller form-factor (Samsung Galaxy Book 2), the thin clamshell design has been in demand in this category since Day 1, and Le...
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The Qualcomm-powered Lenovo Yoga C630 (starting at $859) combines the productivity of a laptop with useful smartphone features, including LTE connectivity and always-on access. But those conveniences come at the expense of performance, which is well-short...
Superslim, flexible design, Aluminum chassis, Very long battery life, LTE connectivity...
Poor price-to-performance ratio, Stiff keyboard, Hollow audio...
The Yoga C630's gorgeous design and outstanding battery life make up for below-average ARM laptop performance...
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If you find Ultrabooks to be a little bit out of your pocket's range, there's no shame in going for a Chromebook, particularly if the Lenovo Yoga C630 is the one in question. This very capable Chromebook offers plenty of screen real estate at 15.6 inches...
4K Touchscreen, Plenty of RAM, Great battery life...
A bit heavy...
As you've seen in this Yoga Chromebook C630 review, there are some Chromebooks that pack quite a lot of firepower, making them suitable for a lot of your everyday tasks. The C630 especially is a premium choice that is sure to reach your expectations, and...
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