Lenovo ThinkPad E14 G5: Robust, Reliable & Affordable
Lenovo's ThinkPad E14 G5, a robust and reliable laptop, is now available. Powered by AMD's Ryzen 5 7430U processor and 24GB DDR4 RAM, it offers impressive performance for its price. Popular Linux distributions for this model include Ubuntu and Linux Mint, ensuring wide support and good hardware compatibility.
The E14 G5 boasts a 14-inch 16:10 display, though color reproduction may not be its strongest suit. It's equipped with a 1080p webcam featuring a sliding cover for privacy and Dolby Atmos-supported speakers for immersive audio. Despite having partially soldered RAM, the SSD, battery, and WiFi module are upgradeable, offering flexibility for future upgrades.
ThinkPads are renowned for their legendary design and sturdy build quality, and the E14 G5 lives up to this reputation. It's powered by an AMD Ryzen 5 7430U processor with a Radeon RX Vega 7 iGPU and a spacious 1TB SSD. The keyboard, while lacking a number pad, offers backlighting and a comfortable typing experience with 1.5mm key travel. Port selection is generous, including USB-C, HDMI, USB-A, Ethernet, and a 3.5mm combo jack for connectivity.
In testing, the E14 G5 proves to be an exciting everyday device, punching above its weight despite using older hardware. It's available at 659€ without an operating system, with an optional Windows 11 pre-installation costing an additional 140€.
The Lenovo ThinkPad E14 G5 offers a compelling blend of performance, build quality, and connectivity at an affordable price. Its wide range of supported Linux distributions, upgradeable components, and robust feature set make it an attractive choice for both personal and professional use.
