Lenovo unveiled its most unconventional laptop yet, the ThinkBook Plus Gen 5 Hybrid, which is essentially two computers fused together, allowing the device to run Windows and Android.
Revealed at CES 2024, the latest addition to Lenovo's ThinkBook Plus portfolio combines a Windows laptop base system and a tablet that can work independently or together, allowing users to switch between Windows 11 and Android 13 with ease .
The laptop part, known as the ThinkBook Plus Gen 5 Hybrid Station, can be used independently of the tablet when connected to an external display, so you can still use it even if the tablet is lost. The Android device, the ThinkBook Plus Gen 5 Hybrid Tab, can also be detached for standalone use.
Two devices for the price of one
The Lenovo ThinkBook Plus Gen 5 Hybrid is designed for a variety of users, including multimedia content creators, designers, logistics professionals, and financial analysts. Its dual functionality allows it to handle virtually any conventional task in a variety of formats. When the Tab is docked, it offers a vivid 14-inch 2.8K OLED display.
The hybrid station is powered by an Intel Core Ultra 7 CPU and Intel Arc graphics, with 32GB of LPDDR5x RAM and a 1TB PCIe Gen 4 SSD. It has two USB-C ports (Thunderbolt 4) and an audio jack.
The Android tablet is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 processor with 12GB of RAM and 256GB of storage. It has a USB-C port.
Both devices feature long-lasting batteries that intelligently manage power delivery and Wi-Fi 6E connectivity.
The Lenovo ThinkBook Plus Gen 5 Hybrid is expected to be available starting in the second quarter of 2024, with a starting price of $1,999.
