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Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5: Ryzen 7 AI 350, 24GB RAM (2x12GB), 16" 2880x1800 OLED, HDR True Black 1000 $1329.05 Delivered @ Lenovo

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Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5: Ryzen 7 AI 350, 24GB RAM (2x12GB), 16" 2880x1800 OLED, HDR True Black 1000 $1329.05 Delivered @ LenovoAffiliate
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Previous deal here https://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/915614 but with 24GB bit slower (up-gradable) RAM this time! Use topcashback 4.55%.
I believe this is one of the best laptop displays available.
1TB 32GB 5600MT/s available for extra $150.
Use code: NB71025 for another $70 off(Thanks firestint)

AMD Ryzen™ AI 7 350 Processor (8 Core 5/3.5Ghz) Similar to 7840HS/8845HS performance
1.89kg
Radeon 860m (worse than 780M in 7840HS :(
24 GB DDR5-4800MT/s (SODIMM) - (2 x 12 GB)
512 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe Gen4 TLC + SPARE M.2
16" 2.8K (2880 x 1800), OLED, Glare, Non-Touch, HDR 1000 True Black, 100%DCI-P3, 500 nits, 120Hz
1080P FHD IR Hybrid with Dual Microphone
60Wh battery
65W USB-C 90% PCC 3pin AC Adapter - ANZ
No Fingerprint Reader
Backlit, Luna Grey - English (US)
Wi-Fi 7 2x2 BE 160MHz & Bluetooth® 5.4
1 Year On-site Warranty
Luna Grey

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  • pumpkinpieblah on 04/08/2025 - 17:26

    Is the 32gb/1tb essentially the same for a few extra dollars more?

    • Pikaloo on 04/08/2025 - 17:29
      +3

      ram is upgradable 2 sodimm slots.
      there's 2 m.2 nvme slots as well. this thing is a beast in terms of upgradability.

      • Rimas on 04/08/2025 - 17:36

        Yeah but what's the maximum supported memory? If it's 32 gigs then there is not point buying this

        • Pikaloo on 04/08/2025 - 17:37

          i put 64gb in the 14" model.

          • Rimas on 04/08/2025 - 17:39

            @Pikaloo: The specs sheet says it's up to 2x16 GB. It could take more though, just not rated for 64 GB

            • Pikaloo on 04/08/2025 - 17:43

              @Rimas: Yeah, some guy online said 64gb is possible, and I tried it and it worked.

        • conant on 04/08/2025 - 17:45
          -2

          Max Memory
          • Up to 24GB DDR5-4800 offering
          • Up to 32GB DDR5-5600 offering

        • FujinShu on 04/08/2025 - 19:47

          In theory it should be able to take up to 128GB total memory.

      • smalltime0 on 05/08/2025 - 12:37

        The reason to have soldered RAM is for the increased throughput.
        Unless you're doing something that requires increased amount of data to be held in RAM, you'd be way better off with the (much) higher MT/s

        • Pikaloo on 05/08/2025 - 12:38

          Yes, I understand the reasoning behind it. But at what cost?

          • smalltime0 on 05/08/2025 - 12:40
            +1

            @Pikaloo: I'm just going off Framework's own discussion about the new "AI" range CPUs and why they were going with soldered.
            Their own testing showed that there was no way around it, the So-Dimms come with a considerable performance penalty.

            Given their entire business model is modularity, you'd think they'd go with the modular memory over soldered if it was a minor difference.

            • Pikaloo on 05/08/2025 - 12:46

              @smalltime0: Makes sense. If I got the higher end AI Ryzen chips I'd probably want soldered as well.

              But this is just a $1,000 machine which uses the same CPU that Framework also offers without soldered memory.

    • viper8548 on 04/08/2025 - 17:51

      upgrading to 32gb is worth it for the faster ram

  • Oh Daddy on 04/08/2025 - 17:39

    $1343 on edu.

    No additional coupons available on spend and save

  • Sage222 on 04/08/2025 - 17:43

    Nice bit of kit!

  • noise36 on 04/08/2025 - 18:03

    The linked laptop says HDR600?

    • zachhambo on 04/08/2025 - 18:06

      from previous post:

      The panel details seem to differ between pages, showing either 'HDR 600 True Black' or 'HDR True Black 1000', but looking at the VESA certified devices list (on their website(displayhdr.org)) the model (Ideapad Slim 516AKP10) indicates its True Black 1000 capable (on that list + not on the 600 list). I'm guessing Lenovo's trying to throw off budget buyers / redirect them to the pro models (having the same certification, and panel too probably)

      • viper8548 on 04/08/2025 - 18:10

        Is there a way to test whether its 600 or 1000? I'm using the laptop from the last deal right now

        • zachhambo on 04/08/2025 - 18:11
          +1

          Possibly in system, display, advanced display; but it doesn't really matter.

  • Guybrush57 on 04/08/2025 - 18:11
    +4

    I want this but I don't need it.

  • cmyk on 04/08/2025 - 18:12

    1.89kg in case you're looking

    • CrispyChrispy on 04/08/2025 - 18:23
      +5

      reasonable for a 16" imo

  • Sage222 on 04/08/2025 - 18:40
    +2

    Need this in a 14 inch

    • spacebanana on 04/08/2025 - 18:56
      +2

      Same sadly

      • Pest85 on 05/08/2025 - 11:42
        -1

        Display is totally different.
        FHD 400 nits for 14' and 2.8K with 500 nits for 16'

        • Pikaloo on 05/08/2025 - 12:01
          -3

          You don't say…You forgot that the 14" is 14" and the 16" is 16". I never said it was like for like and either did Lenovo, it's just the 14" model is on sale as well. If you want a 14" like for like go complain to Lenovo.

          • Pest85 on 05/08/2025 - 12:10

            @Pikaloo: No way.

            and 500 nits is 500 nits and 400 nits is 400 nits.

            Need this in a 14 inch

            As you migh've noticed if you actually read the above comment

            does not only mean cpu and ram. Display is one of the most important parts of laptops, just saying…

        • IJustKnowStuff on 05/08/2025 - 12:55

          Doesn't this have a 14" WUXGA (1920 x 1200) which I find is perfect 14 inches, as I have a Dell laptop with this resolution. I wouldn't want 2K at 14".

          • Pest85 on 05/08/2025 - 13:08

            @IJustKnowStuff: Id agree that FHD is usable on 14" but 2k is still much better

            • IJustKnowStuff on 14/08/2025 - 12:13

              @Pest85: 1080P FHD is a bit lacking in IMO, but the 1200 vertical space makes it ok.

  • firestint on 04/08/2025 - 19:48
    +7

    Use code NB71025 for an extra $69.95 off, so net $1,329.05 which is cheaper than edu store price.

    • zachhambo on 04/08/2025 - 20:12

      Nice, thanks. How do you find them?

      • firestint on 04/08/2025 - 20:58

        Work email subscription.

    • evilhomura89 on 05/08/2025 - 13:43

      Will using this code void the cashrewards cashback term?

      • firestint on 05/08/2025 - 18:16

        Don't think so. I used a similar code for July on top of the generic JUL25 code and CR tracked fine for my Yoga Slim purchase.

    • FashionLane99PetShop on 10/08/2025 - 16:21

      Hey firestint, thanks for the code. Do you know the expiry date for this code?

      • firestint on 11/08/2025 - 09:40
        +1

        Seems to be 31/Oct from the email I received.

  • alpln on 04/08/2025 - 20:51
    +1

    Beware of serious performance issues when connected to an external 4K screen. AI 350 graphics is good, but not good enough for more than 20 tabs in 4K

    • StingyMan on 04/08/2025 - 21:21
      +2

      1440p screen has been fine for me for anybody wondering, though even my old UHD620 igpu could power that with no particular hiccups.

    • viper8548 on 04/08/2025 - 22:12

      the default vram is 512m, you can change it to 2gb+ in bios or the radeon software, that should fix your issues

      • alpln on 05/08/2025 - 13:46
        +1

        Increasing VRAM does help, but the glitches (switching from one chrome tab to another one only switches half of the screen) remain

        • alpln on 13/08/2025 - 17:01

          UPD. Increasing VRAM on these laptops is impossible, it is locked by BIOS and AMD Adrenalin settings are not applied.

  • noise36 on 04/08/2025 - 22:31

    Can I play civ7 on this? low settings seems like it would work?

  • zachhambo on 05/08/2025 - 09:49
    +1

    13% cashback now

    • Skramit on 05/08/2025 - 10:28

      probably wont track if using the NB71025 code as well right?

      EDIT:
      Cashback is eligible on codes generated by Lenovo on its website, even though they may not be listed on Cashrewards, provided last click before purchase is from Cashrewards.

      So maybe it will be ok? so risky tho :P

      • zachhambo on 05/08/2025 - 11:05

        Yes last time the extra code was tracked but unsure if it will be paid

        • Guybrush57 on 05/08/2025 - 12:10

          Damn I really need to know it cashback allows rhe code because I want to maximise the discount.

    • iregretmyusername on 05/08/2025 - 10:28

      Can you use the code that is not advertised on CR? I don't see NB71025 on it.

      • pyramid on 05/08/2025 - 10:29
        +1

        Most likely cashback will not be paid if coupon is no on their website.

  • Bautista on 05/08/2025 - 10:26
    +1

    Nice deal. Waiting for a good thinkpad t14 deal to drop

  • corepda on 05/08/2025 - 10:53
    +1

    Hi everyone,

    I'm currently using a Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5x and finding that it lags on some of my professional tasks specially when I have multiple tabs open.
    I'm trying to decide if the upgrade is worth the price difference.

    Could you please give me your thoughts on whether the new laptop is a worthwhile investment, and what the biggest pros and cons are from a professional's perspective?

    Here are the specs for both machines:

    My Current Laptop (Purchase Price: ~$789 AUD)

    Processor: Snapdragon X Plus X1P-42-100 (8-core)

    Memory: 16GB LPDDR5x (Soldered)

    Storage: 512GB SSD

    Display: 14" WUXGA (1920x1200) IPS, 300 nits, 100% sRGB

    GPU: Integrated Qualcomm Adreno

    Condition: Certified Refurbished

    Potential Upgrade (Price: ~$1350 AUD)

    Processor: AMD Ryzen™ AI 7 350 (8-core)

    Memory: 24 GB DDR5 (SODIMM) - Upgradable to 64GB

    Storage: 512 GB SSD + Spare M.2 slot

    Display: 16" 2.8K (2880 x 1800), OLED, 500 nits, 100% DCI-P3, 120Hz

    GPU: Radeon 860m

    Weight: 1.89kg

    The price difference is approximately $561 AUD.

    From your experience, would this be a smart investment to solve my performance issues, or is there a better option for around the same price? I'm mainly using the laptop for business tasks, including client management, data analysis, and creating marketing materials.

    Thanks for your help! I am a heavy professional user of laptop with mulitple tabs open all the time of various online data based applications, but no gaming. Appreciate your input. I prefer high battery life.

    • Pest85 on 05/08/2025 - 11:47
      +1

      https://nanoreview.net/en/cpu-compare/qualcomm-snapdragon-x-…

      AMD is 75% more performant in single core and 115% more in multi-core.

      However, you havent mentioned if your professional tasks are CPU intended

      • corepda on 05/08/2025 - 12:00

        Oh yeah CPU intended. I am not that well versed in tech so dont know if it is GPU or CPU. My tasks are mainly accessing online data based research based websites and preparing consulting research papers based on that.

        • NuclearWessels on 05/08/2025 - 14:45
          +1

          I am considering your machine in a 32gb variant - this would probably help the lag with so many tabs open. what's the battery life of the Slim 5x like?

          • corepda on 05/08/2025 - 15:58

            @NuclearWessels: I am getting minimum of 8-10hours. I suspect this will be a problem with Ryzen AI as it is not snapdragon based ARM device?

        • Ti-au on 05/08/2025 - 14:50
          +1

          yeah that workflow is CPU based.
          GPU is more video editing and computer games (and now Ai).

          If you are viewing massive PDFs on multiple browser tabs then memory is going to be important.

          • corepda on 05/08/2025 - 16:01

            @Ti-au: Yeah I am doing Massive PDF's and memory hogging online data sites. So I feel lot of lag ongoing. I feel this needs to be fixed and hence I am considering getting this. Anyways, I made the purchase based on teh first comment and tracked 13% cashback as well, I am hoping it gets tracked and also I am hoping the laptop is fast enough to overcome this lag issue.

  • Sage222 on 05/08/2025 - 17:43
    +1

    been doing a comparison on 14/15" my help some people
    https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1Tfyd6lwvLts4fN1GtN--…

    • No ONE on 06/08/2025 - 00:08
      -1

      what a shitty template. can't even view the top rows

  • wjb on 05/08/2025 - 21:21

    Need touch screen

  • Hasu on 06/08/2025 - 10:14

    Will Cashreward work with both discount codes?
    NB71025
    AUG25

    • Hasu on 06/08/2025 - 11:49

      Cashreward's response:

      Please note Cashback is eligible on codes generated by Lenovo on its website, even though they may not be listed on Cashrewards, provided last click before purchase is from Cashrewards.

      As long as you are not using codes imported from other sites, or clicks made from 3rd party plugins, newsletters, banners, advertising etc.

  • corepda on 07/08/2025 - 20:52

    My cashback tracked

    AUD 172.78
    Estimated approval: Up to 95 days
    Store Lenovo
    Date of purchase 5 Aug 2025
    Amount AUD 1329.05*

  • corepda on 07/08/2025 - 20:57

    I am planning to change the SSD disk of this laptop along with the Ram. Is there any video or tutorial?Then I can use to do that?

  • BennyHe2018 on 11/08/2025 - 11:33

    Price has dropped to $1215.05 now.

  • tut413 on 11/08/2025 - 19:46

    Tempting!
    Will Shopback track with the code NB71025?

  • takingsideshc on 11/08/2025 - 20:22

    Is there a method to stack the codes?
    AUG25 is automatically applied.
    When I add NB71025, it does not add a further discount.

    • tut413 on 12/08/2025 - 10:13

      I did try the code last night and the extra discount was applied.

      • takingsideshc on 12/08/2025 - 19:31

        Thanks. The IdeaPad Pro was excluded.

        • Beebs on 19/08/2025 - 20:20
          +1

          Type the code in, I copy/pasted from here and it said excluded.. Typed it in and it applied :)

  • Powershopz on 13/08/2025 - 17:28

    Anyone got any of the bonus codes to stack on the 1TB / 36GB model?

    Tried the prior 2 in the comments but they don't seem to work.

  • zot on 13/08/2025 - 18:56

    Has anyone been successful with tracking the two codes with cashback?

  • Unotifoso on 19/08/2025 - 13:26
    +1

    Stacks with the Ideapad Pro 16 if you add an 8$ set of headphones to the order.

    • Callum1080 on 20/08/2025 - 11:41

      Thank you for this,

      Got the Pro 5 for $1393.63 with a pair of $8 earphones. Hopefully 15% cash back comes through for a total of $1184.59.

      Cheers

      • Unotifoso on 20/08/2025 - 12:17
        +1

        Hopefully for you and me both 😉

  • Powershopz on 19/08/2025 - 14:16

    15% Cashback now available as well!

  • Callum1080 on 19/08/2025 - 18:24

    This or the Pro 5 for $1459?

    • Unotifoso on 20/08/2025 - 12:18
      +1

      Read two messages above

  • up2date on 19/08/2025 - 21:05
    +2

    I purchased one for my sons school computer. Now waiting for cashback confirmation email from topcashback, hope I get 15% back :)

    • up2date on 19/08/2025 - 21:22
      +2

      Update, just received cashback tracked email from TopCashback.

      Merchant Purchase Date Purchase Cashback
      Lenovo 19 Aug 2025 $1,215.05 $182.26

      • Ebany on 21/08/2025 - 17:05

        TopCashBack only shows as a 4.55% saving for me, has it dropped?

        • up2date on 21/08/2025 - 17:13
          +1

          yes it was for one day only 19-August. Today I think shopback is paying highest rate.

  • Ebany on 21/08/2025 - 12:51

    Had been browsing for a replacement but now think I may need a new laptop today.

    Anyone have some experience on delivery time with these? Or anyone know a brick and mortar store in Brissie who'd price match (even if I lose cash back or pay a touch extra) - I have officeworks, JB, and Good Guys just down the road? It's for our business, use them for editing large schematics (CAD/PDF) and photos, occasionally a little gaming when my wife isn't around.

    • pondsie on 21/08/2025 - 19:35
      +1

      I ordered on Tuesday and received it today (Thursday). Delivered via DHL.

  • Ti-au on 26/08/2025 - 21:40

    It seems a ASUS VivoBook Gaming 16 V3607VU-RP596W with Geforce RTX 4050 beats this? (for similar price point)
    Why so much love?
    Upgradeable?

    • zachhambo on 26/08/2025 - 21:47
      +1

      Much much better display, $185? Cheaper and can get 15% cashback

      • Moderatorscrimshaw on 01/09/2025 - 12:10

        OP, if the deal is expired (significant price increase of 5% or more than $20, whichever is greater) you need to expire the deal, please do not increase the prices displayed in the title

        Similarly, when the price of a deal decreases significantly (greater than 5%), please also expire the deal, and then repost it as a fresh deal.

        If you update a deal that's old (especially >24 hours), people are going to miss seeing the deal — updating a deal does not bump it to the top of the new deals page, nor will it be picked up by our front page algorithms or daily email newsletters. To do so means "burying" a deal and it also prevents others from re-posting the deal as they might perceive it as a duplicate (when it necessarily isn't).

        e,g 11/08/2025 - 11:36 the price went down as far as $1215.05. On that occasion, you should have reposted the deal with the new price. That is a deal that hundreds if not thousands of people have missed and not seen, because it wasn't on the new deals page or emailed to our newsletter subscribers.

        • zachhambo on 01/09/2025 - 12:24

          Ok thanks, perhaps would a repost deal button feature in the editor help to incentivise this rather than manually recreating the post again.

  • tut413 on 29/08/2025 - 13:54

    Shopback 15% cashback is live!

  • donki-quijote on 29/08/2025 - 19:14

    Thanks OP bought IdeaPad Pro 5i 14" (32GB RAM) for $1443 before the 15% cashback

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