Lenovo IdeaPad Z360 Buying Guide

The IdeaPad Z360 is a full-feature laptop aimed at a value conscious segment of laptop users. If you don't really need a super thin or super light machine, but still want some amount of portability and mobility without the size of a 15-inch+ laptop, then the 13-inch Z360 may just be what you're looking for.

As a full feature laptop, you'll find a optical DVD drive available, along with other features that's a pleasant surprise for this value-oriented laptop. Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR is included, along with Intel's latest Centrino Advanced-N WiFi network card WITH WiMax 6250. This means if you want to sign-up for some WiMax (4G) mobile broadband service in the future, you'll be able to rock mobile 4G speed with the Z360 without additional hardware requirement. Built-in mobile broadband for a value laptop? Sure, why not.

Other unexpected choices are the options to have a GeForce 310M w/ 1GB of video ram, giving you instant option for light to medium gaming and entertainment. All Z360 comes with DDR3, ranging in 3GB to 4GB of RAM. All Z360 comes with a 6 cell battery, so you can expect about 4 hours of battery life with integrated Intel HD graphics (a bit less battery life with the nVidia GPU option).

In terms of pricing, this IdeaPad can be had for a fairly reasonable price, especially if you consider the latest IdeaPad Z360 coupon that knocks another good percentage off the price of the laptop.