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Lenovo IdeaPad K1 WiFi (1GB + 16GB) review: 168 specs compared

Avg. price:~£290RAM capacity:1 GBInternal storage:16 GBScreen size:10.1 inchesChipset:Nvidia Tegra 2 T20

Lenovo IdeaPad K1 WiFi (1GB + 16GB) Review: Compare 168 technical specifications and 26 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Tablets category and whether it is worth buying.

Lenovo IdeaPad K1 WiFi (1GB + 16GB)
5.8/10

Overall score

Score
5.8/ 10
✕
What it is
Our main score for this model, 1–10. It combines specs, best-of lists, expert reviews and owners.
How we count it
Parts: Technical score 35%, List score 30%, Reviews score 25%, Sentiment score 10%
Marks: Each part gets a mark out of 10. For reviews, lists and owners, a typical model in this category gets about 8 and the best one gets 10.
No data yet: A part with no data shows "?". It counts as the mark of a weaker model in this category (4 in 5 models with data score higher). This way, models with reviews, lists and owners usually come out ahead.
Score distribution
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Score components

35%

4.8

Technical score

30%

?

List scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 7.5, the mark of a weaker model in this category

25%

4.8

Reviews score

10%

?

Sentiment scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 6.9, the mark of a weaker model in this category

â–¼Worse than 93% of tablets
6.8

Value for money

Value for money
6.8/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the tablet's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a tablet with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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Score components

70%

5.8

Overall score

30%

9.0

Price

â–¼Worse than 91%
4.8

Technical score

Technical score
4.8/ 10
✕
What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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Score components

22%

4.1

Performance

20%

4.5

Display

16%

5.5

Camera

14%

4.0

Battery

12%

5.6

Connectivity

8%

6.0

Software

5%

4.4

Design

3%

5.5

Audio

â–¼Worse than 94%
4.8

Reviews score

Reviews score
4.8/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.4 for now.
Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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4.8

Mark 7.6 is below the typical mark 7.8 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

80%

7.3

Average grade

20%

8.6

Popularity

Grades by review (26)
17 reviews: 11 with a printed score, 6 estimated from the review. 9 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
â–¼Worse than 95%
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List score

List score
7.5/ 10
✕
What it is
How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
How we count it
Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 30% of the overall score.
Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
Lists with this model (0)
Not in any best-of list yet, so this part counts as 7.5. Models in a list get 8 to 10.
Not in any best-of list yet
  • lenovo-ideapad-k1-16gb-1gb-16gb-wifi
lenovo-ideapad-k1-16gb-1gb-16gb-wifi
Where to buy
    N/A~ £290
Best rankings
Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).All: ranking among all products in the database.
Other versions:
1GB + 16GB1GB + 32GB

What reviewers say about the Lenovo IdeaPad K1 WiFi (1GB + 16GB)

Based on 16 · 9

Reviewers praise the build, smooth navigation and video playback, but find it heavy, bulky and prone to crashes.
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Technical Specifications of tablet Lenovo IdeaPad K1 WiFi (1GB + 16GB)

Technical score
Technical score
4.8/ 10
✕
What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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Score components:

22%

4.1

Performance

20%

4.5

Display

16%

5.5

Camera

14%

4.0

Battery

12%

5.6

Connectivity

8%

6.0

Software

5%

4.4

Design

3%

5.5

Audio

4.8
Reviews score
4.8
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
6.8/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the tablet's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a tablet with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
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Score components:

70%

5.8

Overall score

30%

9.0

Price

6.8
RAM capacity
1 GB
Market range: <1 GB – >8 GB
This tablet has 1 GB of RAM, which is less than 78% of tablets and equal to 19.1% of tablets.
Process node
40 nm
Market range: <4 nm – >40 nm
This tablet is built on a 40 nm process, which is larger than 86.9% of tablets and equal to 8% of tablets.
Internal storage
16 GB
Market range: <16 GB – >256 GB
This tablet has 16 GB of internal storage, which is less than 78.8% of tablets and equal to 14.8% of tablets.
Geekbench 6 single-core score
?
Chipset
Nvidia Tegra 2 T20
This tablet runs on Nvidia Tegra 2 T20, which is less advanced than 70.5% of tablets and equal to 2.6% of tablets.
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What reviewers say
Screen resolution
1280×800
This tablet has a 1280×800 screen, which is less sharp than 68.1% of tablets and equal to 21.7% of tablets.
Refresh rate
60 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >120 Hz
This tablet has a 60 Hz screen, which is smoother than 0.1% of tablets and equal to 73.4% of tablets.
Display type
IPS LCD
This tablet uses a IPS LCD display type. 17% of tablets use this display technology.
Pixel density
149 ppi
Market range: <149 ppi – >291 ppi
This tablet has a pixel density of 149 ppi, which is lower than 86.8% of tablets and equal to 9.2% of tablets.
Display glass type
Corning Gorilla Glass
This tablet protects its screen with Corning Gorilla Glass, which is more durable than 45.4% of tablets and the same as 32.8% of tablets.
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What reviewers say
Optical image stabilization
no
This tablet does not support optical stabilisation. 0.4% of tablets offer this.
Main camera megapixels
5 MP
Market range: <3.15 MP – >13 MP
This tablet has a rear camera with 5 MP resolution, which is lower than 63.7% of tablets and equal to 26% of tablets.
Front camera megapixels
2 MP
Market range: <1.2 MP – >9 MP
This tablet has a front camera with 2 MP resolution, which is lower than 53.8% of tablets and equal to 25.5% of tablets.
Main camera aperture
?
Optical zoom
1xxx
This tablet has 1xx optical zoom, which is stronger than 18.2% of tablets and equal to 80.9% of tablets.
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Battery capacity
7,400 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >10.1k mAh
This tablet has 7,400 mAh battery capacity, which is larger than 63% of tablets and equal to 0.2% of tablets.
Charging speed
10 W
Market range: <10 W – >45 W
This tablet charges at 10 W, which is slower than 60.9% of tablets and equal to 33.3% of tablets.
Battery life
7 hours
Market range: <7 hours – >16 hours
This tablet has a battery life of 7 hours, which is shorter than that of 85.4% of tablets and equal to that of 5.5% of tablets.
Wireless charging
no
This tablet does not support wireless charging. 1.5% of tablets offer this.
Fast charging
no
This tablet does not support fast charging. 56.9% of tablets offer this.
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What reviewers say
LTE support
no
This tablet does not have built-in LTE. 42.9% of tablets offer this.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This tablet connects to Wi-Fi. 0.2% of tablets offer this.
GPS
yes
This tablet has built-in GPS. 17.1% of tablets offer this.
5G connectivity
no
This tablet does not support 5G. 8.1% of tablets offer this.
NFC
no
This tablet does not include NFC. 10.8% of tablets offer this.
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What reviewers say
Operating system
Android
This tablet uses the Android operating system, which is more advanced than the one used by 23.2%.
Update support duration
short
This tablet offers short update support, which is shorter than the support period of 52.4% of tablets and equal to that of 47.6% of tablets.
Direct OS updates
yes
This tablet supports direct OS updates. 20.3% of tablets offer this.
On-device AI
no
This tablet does not support on-device AI. 28.3% of tablets support this capability.
App tracking protection
no
This tablet does not support app tracking protection. 28.4% of tablets offer this.
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IP rating
not rated
This tablet's IP rating is not rated, which is less protected than 16.5% of tablets and the same as 83.6% of tablets.
Weight
750 g
Market range: <315 g – >730 g
This tablet weighs 750 g, which is heavier than 91.1% of tablets and equal to 0.5% of tablets.
Backlit keyboard
no
This tablet does not support a backlit keyboard. 9.7% of tablets support backlit keyboards.
Keyboard accessory
yes
This tablet supports a keyboard accessory. 15.8% of tablets support this option.
Pen latency
N/A
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What reviewers say
Number of microphones
?
aptX Adaptive
no
This tablet does not support aptX Adaptive. 6.9% of tablets offer this.
Dolby Atmos support
no
This tablet does not support Dolby Atmos. 31.3% of tablets support Dolby Atmos.
N. of speakers
2
Market range: <2 – >4
This tablet includes 2 speakers, which is more than in 9.8% of tablets and equal to the number in 60.8% of tablets.
FM radio
no
This tablet does not include an FM radio. 19% of tablets offer this.
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What reviewers say

Lenovo IdeaPad K1 WiFi (1GB + 16GB) vs the average tablet

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  • More vivid contrast
    This tablet has more contrast than the average tablet (1842:1 vs 1015:1). The average tablet has a contrast ratio of 1015:1.
    1,842:1 vs 1,015:1
  • Manual focus control
    This tablet supports manual focus, while the average tablet does not. 36.9% of tablets support manual focus.
  • Monitors battery health
    This tablet monitors battery health, while the average tablet does not. 36.7% of tablets monitor battery health.
  • More advanced chipset
    This tablet has a more advanced chipset than the average tablet (Nvidia Tegra 2 T20 vs MediaTek MT8169A).
    Nvidia Tegra 2 T20 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • Built-in camera flash
    This tablet has a camera flash, while the average tablet does not. 45.5% of tablets have one.
  • 12.1% larger battery capacity
    This tablet has a larger battery capacity than the average tablet (7,400 mAh vs 6,600 mAh). The average tablet offers 6,600 mAh of battery capacity.
    7,400 mAh vs 6,600 mAh
  • Supports HDMI output
    This tablet supports HDMI output, while the average tablet does not. 49.8% of tablets offer this.
  • More advanced chipset
    This tablet has a more advanced chipset than the average tablet (Nvidia Tegra 2 T20 vs MediaTek MT8169A).
    Nvidia Tegra 2 T20 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • More vivid contrast
    This tablet has more contrast than the average tablet (1842:1 vs 1015:1). The average tablet has a contrast ratio of 1015:1.
    1,842:1 vs 1,015:1
  • Manual focus control
    This tablet supports manual focus, while the average tablet does not. 36.9% of tablets support manual focus.
  • Built-in camera flash
    This tablet has a camera flash, while the average tablet does not. 45.5% of tablets have one.
  • Monitors battery health
    This tablet monitors battery health, while the average tablet does not. 36.7% of tablets monitor battery health.
  • 12.1% larger battery capacity
    This tablet has a larger battery capacity than the average tablet (7,400 mAh vs 6,600 mAh). The average tablet offers 6,600 mAh of battery capacity.
    7,400 mAh vs 6,600 mAh
  • Supports HDMI output
    This tablet supports HDMI output, while the average tablet does not. 49.8% of tablets offer this.
  • 6 fewer CPU threads
    This tablet has fewer CPU threads than the average tablet (2 vs 8). The average tablet has 8 CPU threads.
    2 vs 8
  • 31.4% lower review score
    Reviews score
    4.8/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
    How we count it
    Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
    Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
    Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.4 for now.
    Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
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    â–¼ Worse than 95% of models

    4.8

    Mark 7.6 is below the typical mark 7.8 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    80%

    7.3

    Average grade

    20%

    8.6

    Popularity

    Grades by review (26)
    17 reviews: 11 with a printed score, 6 estimated from the review. 9 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    4.8 vs 7.0
  • No USB-C port
    This tablet does not have a USB Type-C port, while the average tablet does. 54% of tablets have one.
  • 3 GB less RAM
    This tablet has less RAM than the average tablet (1 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    1 GB vs 4 GB
  • 50% lower CPU speed
    This tablet has a lower CPU speed than the average tablet (1 GHz vs 2 GHz). The average tablet has CPU speed of 2 GHz.
    1 GHz vs 2 GHz
  • 3 hours shorter battery life
    This tablet offers shorter battery life than the average tablet (7 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    7 hours vs 10 hours
  • More basic graphics
    This tablet has less advanced graphics than the average tablet (ULP GeForce vs Mali-G51).
    ULP GeForce vs Mali-G51
  • Shorter update support
    This tablet offers shorter update support than the average tablet (short vs medium). The average tablet gets medium of update support.
    short vs medium
  • 31.4% lower review score
    Reviews score
    4.8/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
    How we count it
    Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
    Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
    Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.4 for now.
    Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    â–¼
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    â–¼ Worse than 95% of models

    4.8

    Mark 7.6 is below the typical mark 7.8 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    80%

    7.3

    Average grade

    20%

    8.6

    Popularity

    Grades by review (26)
    17 reviews: 11 with a printed score, 6 estimated from the review. 9 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    4.8 vs 7.0
  • 11.7% worse value for money
    Lenovo IdeaPad K1 WiFi (1GB + 16GB) has worse value for money than the average tablet (6.76 vs 7.6).
    6.76 vs 7.55
  • 6 fewer CPU threads
    This tablet has fewer CPU threads than the average tablet (2 vs 8). The average tablet has 8 CPU threads.
    2 vs 8
  • 3 GB less RAM
    This tablet has less RAM than the average tablet (1 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    1 GB vs 4 GB
  • 50% lower CPU speed
    This tablet has a lower CPU speed than the average tablet (1 GHz vs 2 GHz). The average tablet has CPU speed of 2 GHz.
    1 GHz vs 2 GHz
  • More basic graphics
    This tablet has less advanced graphics than the average tablet (ULP GeForce vs Mali-G51).
    ULP GeForce vs Mali-G51
  • 2.86x larger process node
    This tablet has a larger process node than the average tablet (40 nm vs 14 nm). The average tablet is built on 14 nm.
    40 nm vs 14 nm
  • 75% less internal storage
    This tablet has less internal storage than the average tablet (16 GB vs 64 GB). The average tablet has 64 GB of internal storage.
    16 GB vs 64 GB
  • 82.1% less memory bandwidth
    This tablet has less memory bandwidth than the average tablet (2.7 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s). The average tablet has 14.9 GB/s of memory bandwidth.
    2.66 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s
  • No big.LITTLE architecture
    This tablet does not support big.LITTLE architecture, while the average tablet does. 51.7% of tablets support big.LITTLE architecture.
  • 8 years older
    This tablet was released earlier than the average tablet (2011 vs 2019). The average tablet was released in 2019.
    August 2011
    2011 vs 2019
  • More basic memory type
    This tablet uses less advanced memory than the average tablet (DDR2 vs LPDDR3).
    DDR2 vs LPDDR3
  • 101 nits dimmer screen
    This tablet is dimmer than the average tablet (300 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits.
    300 nits vs 401 nits
  • 32.6% softer screen detail
    This tablet has softer screen detail than the average tablet (149 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has a pixel density of 221 ppi.
    149 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • 108 nits lower typical brightness
    This tablet has a lower typical brightness than the average tablet (292 nits vs 400 nits). The average tablet reaches 400 nits typical brightness.
    292 nits vs 400 nits
  • Less sharp display
    This tablet has a less sharp screen than the average tablet (1280×800 vs 1920×1200).
    1,280×800 vs 1,920×1,200
  • 3 MP lower front resolution
    This tablet has a lower-resolution front camera than the average tablet (2 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has a front camera of 5 MP.
    2 MP vs 5 MP
  • No continuous video AF
    This tablet does not support continuous video AF, the average tablet does. 57.7% of tablets support continuous video autofocus.
  • Worse main-camera video
    This tablet supports worse main-camera video recording than the average tablet (720x30 fps vs 1080x30 fps). The average tablet supports 1080x30 fps main-camera video recording.
    720x30 fps vs 1080x30 fps
  • 3 MP lower rear resolution
    This tablet has a lower-resolution rear camera than the average tablet (5 MP vs 8 MP). The average tablet has a rear camera of 8 MP.
    5 MP vs 8 MP
  • No manual exposure control
    This tablet does not support manual exposure, while the average tablet does. 63.6% of tablets support manual exposure.
  • No HDR photo mode
    This tablet does not have HDR photo mode, the average tablet does. 79.8% of tablets support HDR photo mode.
  • No burst mode
    This tablet does not support burst mode, the average tablet does. 60.6% of tablets support burst mode.
  • No timelapse video
    This tablet does not support timelapse video, while the average tablet does. 57.5% of tablets support timelapse video.
  • 3 hours shorter battery life
    This tablet offers shorter battery life than the average tablet (7 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    7 hours vs 10 hours
  • No fast charging
    This tablet does not support fast charging, while the average tablet does. 56.8% of tablets support fast charging.
  • 44.4% slower charging
    This tablet charges slower than the average tablet (10 W vs 18 W). The average tablet charges at 18 W.
    10 W vs 18 W
  • No USB-C port
    This tablet does not have a USB Type-C port, while the average tablet does. 54% of tablets have one.
  • Older Bluetooth version
    This tablet has an older Bluetooth version than the average tablet (2.1 vs 5).
    2.1 vs 5
  • Older Wi-Fi standard
    This tablet has an older Wi-Fi standard than the average tablet (Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)).
    Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
  • Fewer Wi-Fi bands
    This tablet supports fewer Wi-Fi bands than the average tablet (2.4GHz vs 2.4GHz/5GHz). The average tablet supports 2.4GHz/5GHz Wi-Fi bands.
    2.4GHz vs 2.4GHz/5GHz
  • No face recognition
    This tablet does not have face recognition, the average tablet does. 56.4% of tablets support face recognition.
  • Shorter update support
    This tablet offers shorter update support than the average tablet (short vs medium). The average tablet gets medium of update support.
    short vs medium
  • No split-screen
    This tablet does not support split-screen, the average tablet does. 72.8% of tablets support split-screen.
  • No picture-in-picture mode
    This tablet does not support picture-in-picture, the average tablet does. 61.4% of tablets support picture-in-picture.
  • No camera and mic privacy
    This tablet does not support camera and mic privacy, while the average tablet does. 56.6% of tablets offer this.
  • No multi-user mode
    User score
    8.0/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    Average of independent expert reviews and videos, graded by us; missing reviews count as 7/10.
    When it matters
    When you want to know how independent test sites and video reviewers rate the product in real use.
    Score distribution
    â–¼
    â–¼
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    Lenovo IdeaPad K1 WiFi
    the average tablet
    Lenovo IdeaPad K1 WiFi (1GB + 16GB) does not support multi-user mode, while the average tablet does. 73.8% of tablets offer this.
  • No full-page screenshots
    This tablet does not support full-page screenshots, the average tablet does. 53% of tablets support full-page screenshots.
  • No location privacy
    This tablet does not support location privacy, while the average tablet does. 76.7% of tablets offer this.
  • No dark mode
    This tablet does not support dark mode, while the average tablet does. 57.7% of tablets offer this.
  • No offline voice recognition
    This tablet does not support offline voice recognition, the average tablet does. 76.4% of tablets support offline voice recognition.
  • 53.1% heavier
    This tablet is heavier than the average tablet (750 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    750 g vs 490 g
  • 5.3 mm thicker
    This tablet is thicker than the average tablet (13.3 mm vs 8 mm). The average tablet is 8 mm thick.
    13.3 mm vs 8 mm

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

7.0
TechBargains
✓ explicit
14/12/2011
Full review · build, hardware, software and media tests
Verdict
Lenovo IdeaPad K1 WiFi is held back by hardware quirks, sluggishness and media issues, though Android fans may like it.
7.0
Ahmed Gabr
≈ estimated
12/10/2011
Hands-on review · app store, brightness and build
Verdict
Lenovo IdeaPad K1 WiFi is a decent first-time option, but its price will decide whether it is worth buying.
7.0
Digital Trends
≈ estimated
28/09/2011
Hands-on video · features, weight and battery impressions
Verdict
Lenovo IdeaPad K1 WiFi is a pretty good tablet, though little stands out and it feels heavy in use.
9.0
Kyle G
≈ estimated
28/09/2011
Hands-on review · size, display, software and ports
Verdict
Lenovo IdeaPad K1 WiFi is recommended over many Honeycomb rivals for its look, feel and size.
8.0
HotHardware
≈ estimated
17/08/2011
Quick look · features, performance and gaming tests
Verdict
Lenovo IdeaPad K1 WiFi has a respectable display and responsive performance, making it a solid Android tablet with a few limits.
7.0
Laptop Mag
✓ explicit
10/08/2011
Hands-on review · interface, ports and bundled apps
Verdict
Lenovo IdeaPad K1 WiFi is recommended for buyers who want a distinctive Android experience, despite weak speaker volume and intrusive ads.
7.0
MobileTechReview
≈ estimated
29/07/2011
Hands-on review · software, apps, Flash and hardware
Verdict
Lenovo IdeaPad K1 WiFi is hobbled by bundled software and is best for experienced Android users willing to clean it up.
Overview video
Overview video
Overview video
Overview video
Hands-on video, no verdict

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

7.0
pcworld.com
✓ explicit
29/07/2011
Hands-on review · Android interface tweaks
Verdict
The Lenovo IdeaPad K1 is a stylish Android tablet with useful interface tweaks, though its weight and awkward microSD door are drawbacks.
4.5
theverge.com
✓ explicit
19/08/2011
Hands-on review · Netflix tablet
Verdict
The Lenovo IdeaPad K1 has Netflix and Lenovo's software tweaks, but its cheap-feeling build, grainy camera and frequent app crashes are hard to overlook.
7.0
wired.com
✓ explicit
23/08/2011
Hands-on review · Android tablet
Verdict
The Lenovo IdeaPad K1 is a tough, handsome Android tablet with a grippy back and useful preloaded apps, best for people leaving the iPad.
7.3
cnet.com
✓ explicit
10/08/2011
Hands-on review · Honeycomb tablet
Verdict
The Lenovo IdeaPad K1 is a solid middle-of-the-pack Android tablet, upgradeable to Android 4.0, suiting buyers who don't mind its thickness or weight.
8.4
notebookcheck.net
✓ explicit
20/10/2011
Lab test · Honeycomb tablet
Verdict
The Lenovo IdeaPad K1 is a fast tablet with excellent voice input and a front camera suited to video calls, but glare and slow sensors hold it back.
5.0
techradar.com
✓ explicit
27/07/2011
Hands-on review · Consumer Android tablet
Verdict
The Lenovo IdeaPad K1 has solid hardware and useful apps, but inconsistent unlocking, freezes and lock-outs mean it isn't recommended.
7.0
laptopmag.com
✓ explicit
28/07/2011
Lab test · Software-rich tablet
Verdict
The Lenovo IdeaPad K1 has a stylish design, a better interface than standard Android and plenty of software, but weak speakers and heavy weight are turn-offs.
6.0
uk.pcmag.com
≈ estimated
17/05/2014
Lab test · Honeycomb tablet
Verdict
The IdeaPad K1 is fast and has a handy side button, but it is heavy for its size and prone to app crashes.
7.0
reviewed.com
≈ estimated
17/02/2012
Lab test · Android tablet
Verdict
The IdeaPad K1 offers a crisp, well-supported Android experience, but its dim, reflective screen makes it hard to use outdoors.
8.0
mobiletechreview.com
≈ estimated
01/08/2011
Video review · Android tablet
Verdict
The IdeaPad K1 offers Netflix and a solid build, but its preloaded apps slow it down and cause crashes unless you remove them.
7.0
reviewed.com
≈ estimated
17/02/2012
Full review · Android tablet
Verdict
The IdeaPad K1 suits basic needs, offering a solid build and easy software, but its dim screen and average battery hold it back.
7.0
uk.pcmag.com
✓ explicit
17/09/2012
Hands-on test · Honeycomb tablet
Verdict
The K1 is fast, media-friendly and has a handy side button, but crashes, bloatware and thickness keep it from being the best Android tablet.
T
techradar.com
27/07/2011
✓ explicit
5.0
Summary of the review
Lenovo IdeaPad K1 review - TechRadar
7.0
fonearena.com
≈ estimated
26/06/2012
Review · Honeycomb tablet
Verdict
The IdeaPad K1 is a decent, affordable option for email, social media and video, but its weak screen, weight and sleep problems hold it back.
8.4
notebookcheck.com
✓ explicit
25/10/2011
Lab test · Android tablet
Verdict
The Lenovo IdeaPad K1 is light, quiet and well equipped at an attractive price, but early Android software and weak speakers hold it back.
6.0
connect.de
≈ estimated
25/01/2012
Hands-on test · Leisure tablet
Verdict
The Lenovo IdeaPad K1 suits casual use, with a keyboard dock and direct umlaut keys, but its flimsy back cover and dim screen limit it.
9.4
android-user.de
✓ explicit
01/03/2012
Short test · Honeycomb tablet
Verdict
The IdeaPad K1 is a solid, fast Honeycomb tablet offering more value for money than other 10-inch tablets tested, though it is heavy.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Lenovo IdeaPad K1 WiFi (1GB + 16GB)

  • High-quality 10.1-inch IPS display with excellent viewing angles and sharpness
  • Generous internal storage (32GB) offered at a competitive price point
  • Vast selection of useful pre-installed apps including Netflix and Documents to Go
  • Unique interface enhancements and physical Home button for easier navigation
  • Solid and sturdy build quality with a grippy, textured back
  • Good battery life, typically lasting between 6 to 8 hours for web browsing

What customers don't like about Lenovo IdeaPad K1 WiFi (1GB + 16GB)

  • Software is prone to occasional crashes and stability issues
  • Notably heavier (approx. 1.6 lbs) and thicker (13.3mm) than contemporary rivals
  • Poor speaker performance with low volume and lack of bass
  • Annoying design for the microSD slot, requiring a pin or paperclip to open
  • Display peak brightness is relatively low, making it difficult to use in direct sunlight
  • Significant amount of pre-installed bloatware and unremovable advertisements

Verdict

The Lenovo IdeaPad K1 WiFi is a 10.1-inch consumer tablet featuring a 1280 x 800 resolution display and powered by a dual-core 1.0 GHz NVIDIA Tegra 2 processor with 1 GB of RAM and 16 GB of internal storage. Running on Android 3.1 Honeycomb, it includes a unique physical home button that supports gestures, a 5 MP rear camera with LED flash, and a 2 MP front camera for video calls. Main characteristics include a mini-HDMI port for 1080p output, a microSD slot for expansion, and a textured, grippy back available in multiple colors. Key pros include its strong multimedia capabilities with pre-loaded apps like Netflix and Documents to Go, alongside a respectable battery life of up to 10 hours. However, notable cons include its relatively bulky and heavy design (750g), a dim screen that struggles in direct sunlight, and reports of inconsistent software stability leading to occasional lags or crashes.

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