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| The IdeaPad Slim 5i Ultra is set to be available from June 2026. Pictured: a promo picture showing the thin design of the laptop. |
The Mobile World Congress in Barcelona has officially kicked off, and Lenovo is wasting no time making a splash in the ultraportable market. The tech giant has taken the wraps off its latest creation, the IdeaPad Slim 5i Ultra, a laptop designed to prove that you don’t need a heavy, bulky machine to get heavyweight performance.
True to its name, the new IdeaPad is all about merging premium mobility with the latest processing technology. It’s a move that targets the ever-growing crowd of hybrid workers, digital nomads, and students who need a device that can keep up with their pace without weighing them down.
Under the Hood: Core Ultra Brains
At the heart of the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i Ultra lies Intel’s newest silicon. The system is powered by the Intel Core Ultra processors . While Lenovo has kept some of the specific CPU configuration details under wraps for now, the mention of "Ultra" confirms that this laptop is built not just for standard productivity, but to handle AI-powered tasks more efficiently thanks to the integrated NPU (Neural Processing Unit).
A Display to Match the Moment
You spend all day looking at your screen, so it had better be a good one. Lenovo is offering users a choice on the 14-inch panel, both of which feature a modern 16:10 aspect ratio—great for document editing and web browsing as it gives you extra vertical real estate.
Buyers can opt for a fluid 120Hz IPS LCD for silky-smooth scrolling, or they can step up to the vibrant OLED panel . Lenovo promises that whether you’re editing photos or streaming your favorite series, the chosen display will deliver "vibrant and crisp" visuals throughout the day.
Battery Life That Lasts (and Charges Fast)
Speaking of the "all day" experience, Lenovo has packed a substantial 65Wh battery inside this slim chassis. The official claims are impressive, with the laptop rumored to deliver up to 20 hours of video playback on a single charge .
But when you do eventually run low, the Rapid Charge Boost feature has your back. In a world where we’re always in a hurry, Lenovo promises you can get up to two hours of runtime with just a 15-minute charge.
Pro Tip: To get that kind of speed, you will want to use a high-wattage charger. If you need a spare, you can find the official 100W Lenovo charger currently on Amazon for $44.99 .
Designed for the Concrete Jungle
The headline feature here is undoubtedly the portability. Lenovo has engineered the chassis to be just 11.9mm thin at its slimmest point, with a total weight hovering around a remarkable 1.15kg (approx 2.5 lbs) . This puts it in the ultra-competitive superlight category, making it a dream device for slipping into a bag and forgetting it’s there until you need it.
Connectivity is robust for such a thin device, featuring three USB-C ports and promising stable wireless connectivity to keep you online wherever you are .
Privacy and Polish
The IdeaPad Slim 5i Ultra also addresses the modern need for security and privacy. It includes an FHD IR camera—which supports facial recognition for quick, password-free logins—alongside a physical camera privacy shutter for peace of mind . The exterior is finished in a sleek, premium look that should look as good in a coffee shop as it does in a boardroom.
Pricing and Availability
If your interest is piqued, you’ll have to wait just a few months. Lenovo has announced plans to launch the IdeaPad Slim 5i Ultra starting in June 2026, with a starting price of €899 .
With its combination of Intel's latest Core Ultra chips, a stunning OLED option, and a weight that defies its battery size, the IdeaPad Slim 5i Ultra is shaping up to be one of the most compelling thin-and-light laptops of 2026.
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