Lenovo's CULV-Based IdeaPad U450p Now Available

Late last month, Lenovo's website was updated with a new portable computer system that the company hadn't officially announced, namely the IdeaPad U450p, which was expected to come out as a new Intel CULV-based ultraportable. It now appears that the PC vendor has decided to take the wraps off the anticipated product and let users order one from

the company's website. Designed as a higher-performance alternative to all those Atom-based netbook systems, the CULV IdeaPad U450p will provide users with several configuration options, designed to meet a wider range of requirements.

According to the company's website, the new 14-inch IdeaPad is available with a choice for an Intel Pentium SU2700 CPU, clocked at a cool 1.3GHz, or a slightly faster 1.4GHz solution, in the form of an Intel Core 2 Solo SU3500 processor model. The system can be equipped with up to 4GB of DDR3 memory, while in the storage department users will be able to take advantage of a 320GB 5400RPM HDD. Additional features include the integrated Intel X4500 graphics chip, supporting the 1366 x 768 resolution on the 14-inch display and an integrated DVD burner.

CULV-based ultraportable PCs are designed to provide users with a computing experience close to that of a fully fledged laptop, but in a more affordable and lightweight package. The new 14-inch IdeaPad from Lenovo includes a number of connectivity options, like Ethernet, VGA, HDMI, audio in/out and a choice of WiFi b/g/n or b/g. The notebook is obviously featured with the usual array of three USB 2.0 ports.

The system is expected to begin shipping “in more than 4 weeks” and will be featured with a standard 6-cell battery pack. As regards pricing, you are looking at a notebook set to become available for prices ranging between US$799 and US$899.

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