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Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 700 80QL0001US (8GB + 256GB) review: 168 specs compared

Avg. price:~£1,060RAM capacity:8 GBInternal storage:256 GBScreen size:12 inchesChipset:Intel Core m7-6Y75

Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 700 80QL0001US (8GB + 256GB) Review: Compare 168 technical specifications and 1 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Tablets category and whether it is worth buying.

Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 700 80QL0001US (8GB + 256GB)
6.8/10

Overall score

Score
6.8/ 10
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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%

6.4

Technical score

30%

?

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

25%

6.4

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 58% of tablets
6.2

Value for money

Value for money
6.2/ 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
â–¼ Worse than 98% of models
Score components

70%

6.8

Overall score

30%

4.9

Price

â–¼Worse than 98%
6.4

Technical score

Technical score
6.4/ 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%

7.6

Performance

20%

5.3

Display

16%

6.8

Camera

14%

6.1

Battery

12%

6.1

Connectivity

8%

7.4

Software

5%

5.1

Design

3%

5.7

Audio

â–²Better than 58%
6.4

Reviews score

Reviews score
6.4/ 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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6.4

Mark 7.4 is below the typical mark 7.8 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

80%

8.1

Average grade

20%

5.0

Popularity

Grades by review (1)
1 video review, 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 63%
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List score

List score
7.5/ 10
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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
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lenovo-ideapad-miix-700-80ql0001us-8gb-256gb
Where to buy
    N/A~ £1,060
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Technical Specifications of tablet Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 700 80QL0001US (8GB + 256GB)

Technical score
Technical score
6.4/ 10
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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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 58% of models
Score components:

22%

7.6

Performance

20%

5.3

Display

16%

6.8

Camera

14%

6.1

Battery

12%

6.1

Connectivity

8%

7.4

Software

5%

5.1

Design

3%

5.7

Audio

6.4
Reviews score
6.4
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
6.2/ 10
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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
â–¼ Worse than 98% of models
Score components:

70%

6.8

Overall score

30%

4.9

Price

6.2
RAM capacity
8 GB
Market range: <1 GB – >8 GB
This tablet has 8 GB of RAM, which is more than 72.1% of tablets and equal to 17.9% of tablets.
Process node
14 nm
Market range: <4 nm – >40 nm
This tablet is built on a 14 nm process, which is smaller than 44.6% of tablets and equal to 8.5% of tablets.
Internal storage
256 GB
Market range: <16 GB – >256 GB
This tablet has 256 GB of internal storage, which is more than 76.4% of tablets and equal to 15.8% of tablets.
Geekbench 6 single-core score
?
Chipset
Intel Core m7-6Y75
This tablet runs on Intel Core m7-6Y75, which is less advanced than 50.3% of tablets and equal to 0.1% of tablets.
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Screen resolution
2160×1440
This tablet has a 2160×1440 screen, which is sharper than 67.5% of tablets and equal to 0.9% 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
216 ppi
Market range: <149 ppi – >291 ppi
This tablet has a pixel density of 216 ppi, which is lower than 52% of tablets and equal to 3.7% 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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Optical image stabilization
no
This tablet does not support optical stabilisation. 0.4% of tablets offer this.
Main camera megapixels
?
Front camera megapixels
5 MP
Market range: <1.2 MP – >9 MP
This tablet has a front camera with 5 MP resolution, which is higher than 48.6% of tablets and equal to 19.7% 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
5,250 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >10.1k mAh
This tablet has 5,250 mAh battery capacity, which is smaller than 62.2% of tablets and equal to 0.2% of tablets.
Charging speed
40 W
Market range: <10 W – >45 W
This tablet charges at 40 W, which is faster than 80.3% of tablets and equal to 2.2% of tablets.
Battery life
8.9 hours
Market range: <7 hours – >16 hours
This tablet has a battery life of 8.9 hours, which is shorter than that of 69.6% of tablets and equal to that of 0.2% of tablets.
Wireless charging
no
This tablet does not support wireless charging. 1.5% of tablets offer this.
Fast charging
yes
This tablet supports fast charging. 43.2% of tablets offer this.
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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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Operating system
Windows
This tablet uses the Windows operating system, which is less advanced than the one used by 84.2%.
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
?
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
780 g
Market range: <315 g – >730 g
This tablet weighs 780 g, which is heavier than 93.3% 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
?
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Number of microphones
2
Market range: <1 – >3
This tablet has a microphone array of 2, which is more than 55.1% of tablets and equal to 32.7% of tablets.
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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Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 700 80QL0001US (8GB + 256GB) vs the average tablet

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  • 4x more internal storage
    This tablet has more internal storage than the average tablet (256 GB vs 64 GB). The average tablet has 64 GB of internal storage.
    256 GB vs 64 GB
  • 55% higher CPU speed
    This tablet has a higher CPU speed than the average tablet (3.1 GHz vs 2 GHz). The average tablet has CPU speed of 2 GHz.
    3.1 GHz vs 2 GHz
  • 1.9 inches larger screen
    This tablet has a larger screen than the average tablet (12 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet measures 10.1 inches.
    12 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • 4 GB more RAM
    This tablet has more RAM than the average tablet (8 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    8 GB vs 4 GB
  • 2.22x faster charging
    This tablet charges faster than the average tablet (40 W vs 18 W). The average tablet charges at 18 W.
    40 W vs 18 W
  • Faster storage type
    This tablet uses SSD storage, while the average tablet uses eMMC. Storage technology still varies widely across tablets.
    SSD vs eMMC
  • More advanced chipset
    This tablet has a more advanced chipset than the average tablet (Intel Core m7-6Y75 vs MediaTek MT8169A).
    Intel Core m7-6Y75 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • Monitors battery health
    This tablet monitors battery health, while the average tablet does not. 36.7% of tablets monitor battery health.
  • 4x more internal storage
    This tablet has more internal storage than the average tablet (256 GB vs 64 GB). The average tablet has 64 GB of internal storage.
    256 GB vs 64 GB
  • 55% higher CPU speed
    This tablet has a higher CPU speed than the average tablet (3.1 GHz vs 2 GHz). The average tablet has CPU speed of 2 GHz.
    3.1 GHz vs 2 GHz
  • 4 GB more RAM
    This tablet has more RAM than the average tablet (8 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    8 GB vs 4 GB
  • Faster storage type
    This tablet uses SSD storage, while the average tablet uses eMMC. Storage technology still varies widely across tablets.
    SSD vs eMMC
  • More advanced chipset
    This tablet has a more advanced chipset than the average tablet (Intel Core m7-6Y75 vs MediaTek MT8169A).
    Intel Core m7-6Y75 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • 2x more memory bandwidth
    This tablet has more memory bandwidth than the average tablet (29.8 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s). The average tablet has 14.9 GB/s of memory bandwidth.
    29.8 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s
  • Supports multithreading
    This tablet supports multithreading, while the average tablet does not. 9.9% of tablets support multithreading.
  • 20 more GPU execution units
    This tablet has more GPU execution units than the average tablet (24 vs 4). The average tablet has 4 GPU execution units.
    24 vs 4
  • 1.9 inches larger screen
    This tablet has a larger screen than the average tablet (12 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet measures 10.1 inches.
    12 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • Sharper display
    This tablet has a sharper screen than the average tablet (2160×1440 vs 1920×1200).
    2,160×1,440 vs 1,920×1,200
  • 200 Hz higher PWM dimming frequency
    This tablet has a higher PWM dimming frequency than the average tablet (200 Hz vs 0 Hz). The average tablet has PWM dimming frequency of 0 Hz.
    Below 18% brightness only.
    200 Hz vs 0 Hz
  • Built-in camera flash
    This tablet has a camera flash, while the average tablet does not. 45.5% of tablets have one.
  • 2.22x faster charging
    This tablet charges faster than the average tablet (40 W vs 18 W). The average tablet charges at 18 W.
    40 W vs 18 W
  • Monitors battery health
    This tablet monitors battery health, while the average tablet does not. 36.7% of tablets monitor battery health.
  • Faster USB ports
    This tablet has faster USB ports than the average tablet (USB 3.2 Gen 1 vs USB 2).
    USB 3.2 Gen 1 vs USB 2.0
  • Supports HDMI output
    This tablet supports HDMI output, while the average tablet does not. 49.8% of tablets offer this.
    micro-HDMI port
  • Supports dynamic themes
    This tablet supports dynamic themes, while the average tablet does not. 29.5% of tablets offer this.
  • Supports drawing
    This tablet is suitable for drawing, while the average tablet is not. 40% of tablets are suitable for drawing.
  • 1 more microphones
    This tablet has more microphones than the average tablet (2 vs 1). The average tablet's microphone count is 1.
    2 vs 1
  • No USB-C port
    This tablet does not have a USB Type-C port, while the average tablet does. 54% of tablets have one.
  • 4 fewer CPU threads
    This tablet has fewer CPU threads than the average tablet (4 vs 8). The average tablet has 8 CPU threads.
    4 vs 8
  • 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
  • Less advanced operating system
    This tablet runs on a less advanced operating system than the average tablet (Windows vs Android). Operating system choice shapes app support, updates, and ecosystem features.
    Windows vs Android
  • 100 nits lower typical brightness
    This tablet has a lower typical brightness than the average tablet (300 nits vs 400 nits). The average tablet reaches 400 nits typical brightness.
    300 nits vs 400 nits
  • 59.2% heavier
    This tablet is heavier than the average tablet (780 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    780 g vs 490 g
  • 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 manual white balance
    This tablet does not support manual white balance, while the average tablet does. 51.5% of tablets support manual white balance.
  • 4.08x more expensive
    Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 700 80QL0001US (8GB + 256GB) is more expensive than the average tablet (£1,060 vs £260).
    £1,060 vs £260
  • 8.6% lower review score
    Reviews score
    6.4/ 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 63% of models

    6.4

    Mark 7.4 is below the typical mark 7.8 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    80%

    8.1

    Average grade

    20%

    5.0

    Popularity

    Grades by review (1)
    1 video review, 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.
    6.4 vs 7.0
  • 21.3% worse value for money
    Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 700 80QL0001US (8GB + 256GB) has worse value for money than the average tablet (6.23 vs 7.6).
    6.23 vs 7.55
  • 4 fewer CPU threads
    This tablet has fewer CPU threads than the average tablet (4 vs 8). The average tablet has 8 CPU threads.
    4 vs 8
  • 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.
  • 53.8% slower GPU clock
    This tablet runs its GPU slower than the average tablet (300 MHz vs 650 MHz). The average tablet runs its GPU at 650 MHz.
    300 MHz vs 650 MHz
  • 4 years older
    This tablet was released earlier than the average tablet (2015 vs 2019). The average tablet was released in 2019.
    November 2015
    2015 vs 2019
  • 100 nits lower typical brightness
    This tablet has a lower typical brightness than the average tablet (300 nits vs 400 nits). The average tablet reaches 400 nits typical brightness.
    300 nits vs 400 nits
  • 1 nits dimmer screen
    This tablet is dimmer than the average tablet (400 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits.
    400 nits vs 401 nits
  • 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 manual white balance
    This tablet does not support manual white balance, while the average tablet does. 51.5% of tablets support manual white balance.
  • No backside-illuminated sensor
    This tablet does not have a BSI sensor, while the average tablet does. 52.6% of tablets have a BSI sensor.
  • No timelapse video
    This tablet does not support timelapse video, while the average tablet does. 57.5% of tablets support timelapse video.
  • 1.1 hours shorter battery life
    This tablet offers shorter battery life than the average tablet (8.9 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    8.9 hours vs 10 hours
  • 20.5% smaller battery capacity
    This tablet has a smaller battery capacity than the average tablet (5,250 mAh vs 6,600 mAh). The average tablet offers 6,600 mAh of battery capacity.
    5,250 mAh vs 6,600 mAh
  • 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 (4.1 vs 5).
    4.1 vs 5
  • 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
  • Less advanced operating system
    This tablet runs on a less advanced operating system than the average tablet (Windows vs Android). Operating system choice shapes app support, updates, and ecosystem features.
    Windows vs Android
  • No full-page screenshots
    This tablet does not support full-page screenshots, the average tablet does. 53% of tablets support full-page screenshots.
  • 59.2% heavier
    This tablet is heavier than the average tablet (780 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    780 g vs 490 g
  • 116.7 mm wider
    This tablet is wider than the average tablet (292 mm vs 175.3 mm). The average tablet is 175.3 mm wide.
    292 mm vs 175.3 mm
  • 0.95 mm thicker
    This tablet is thicker than the average tablet (9 mm vs 8 mm). The average tablet is 8 mm thick.
    8.95 mm vs 8 mm

Video reviews

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

9.0
Nathanael Lusk
≈ estimated
12/09/2016
Long-term review · several months of daily use
Verdict
Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 700 is sleek and fast for everyday programs, and updates stopped the early blue screens.
Overview video
Overview video
Not graded

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 700 80QL0001US (8GB + 256GB)

  • Excellent value as the keyboard and sometimes the stylus are included in the box.
  • High-quality 12-inch display with 2160 x 1440 resolution that is bright enough for outdoor use.
  • Innovative 'watchband' hinge provides a sturdy, smooth, and highly adjustable kickstand.
  • Premium build quality with a metal chassis that feels lightweight and portable.
  • Silent, fanless design thanks to the Intel Core m processor.
  • Includes two USB ports, offering better connectivity than some direct competitors.

What customers don't like about Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 700 80QL0001US (8GB + 256GB)

  • Unreliable keyboard performance with reports of missed keystrokes and a 'flimsy' feel.
  • Subpar battery life, often failing to meet the manufacturer's 9-hour claim in real-world testing.
  • Limited performance for intensive tasks like video editing or modern gaming.
  • Speakers are somewhat quiet and can sound tinny at high volumes.
  • The charging port occupies one of the only two USB slots, limiting connectivity while plugged in.
  • Small touchpad that can be prone to accidental touches or tracking glitches.

Verdict

The Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 700 (80QL0001US) is a versatile 2-in-1 Windows tablet featuring a 12-inch IPS touchscreen with a sharp 2160 x 1440 resolution and a distinctive watchband-style kickstand. This specific configuration is equipped with an Intel Core m7-6Y75 processor, 8GB of LPDDR3 RAM, and a 256GB SATA SSD, providing a fanless and silent user experience suitable for productivity and light multimedia tasks. Main advantages include its premium magnesium-alloy build, the inclusion of a detachable folio keyboard and active pen in the box, and a dual-USB port setup (one USB 3.0 and one USB 2.0/charging port). However, the device is limited by the relatively modest performance of its Core M series chip compared to Core i7 alternatives, a non-backlit keyboard that some users find 'bouncy,' and integrated speakers that can be somewhat soft for loud environments.

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