Thin and Light Laptop with AMD INSIDE!?

The video provides a hands-on look at the Lenovo IdeaPad 720s showcased at CES 2018, highlighting an all AMD configuration in a notably thin and light chassis. The host emphasizes that this is a rare instance of an AMD-powered ultrabook-like device, running a Ryzen 7 quad-core processor with Vega 10 graphics, paired with 8 GB of DDR4 memory and a 256 GB SSD. He discusses the CPU's configurable power envelope around 15 watts, which allows for a base clock around 2.2 GHz but means turbo boosts up to 3.8 GHz may not be sustained constantly. While real-world gaming performance isn’t demonstrated due to the restrictions of the demo, AMD positions this setup as potentially delivering up to twice the performance of Intel’s integrated graphics of the time. The video also covers the device’s physical attributes: USB-C, USB 3.0 ports, a matte 1080p IPS-like display, a decent keyboard and trackpad, and a headphone jack, all contributing to a complete portability package that challenges Intel-dominated ultrabook expectations. In addition to the laptop, the host briefly reviews the Massdrop x JBL LSR30X speakers sponsored in the segment, noting their adjustable bass and treble controls and multiple input options, which complement a CES setup well. The overall takeaway is optimism for AMD’s ability to compete in the ultrabook space and broaden consumer options beyond Intel-led designs, with the caveat that exact gaming performance and long-term thermals were not fully disclosed in this preview. Viewers are encouraged to tune in for more CES 2018 coverage and to stay engaged for future updates on AMD-based laptops.

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