At the BW Expo, Lenovo has launched its latest gaming tablet, the Legion Y700 (2023). The device boasts impressive features, making it a strong contender in the gaming tablet market.
Legion Y700 (2023) boasts an 8.8-inch display with a resolution of 2560 x 1600 pixels, 343 PPI pixel density, 100% DCI-P3 color gamut, peak brightness of 500 nits, and a 144Hz refresh rate.
Under the hood, the Legion Y700 (2023) is powered by the powerful Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chipset, paired with LPDDR5X memory, achieving an impressive AnTuTu benchmark score of 1.39 million points.
The device comes in 12GB and 16GB RAM variants, with 256GB and 512GB inbuilt storage options. Out of the box, the device runs on Android 13 with ZUi 15.0 on top. The tablet also features a 13MP dual rear camera with an LED flash and an 8MP front camera for selfies.
Addressing thermal concerns during extended gaming sessions, Lenovo has equipped the tablet with an enhanced cooling system and a metal back cover to maintain peak performance.
Despite its feature-rich design, the Legion Y700 (2023) manages to be lighter than its predecessor, weighing only 348g and measuring 7.6mm thick. The all-metal material with a CNC-processed middle frame provides a textured and comfortable grip for gamers during long play sessions.
In terms of battery life, the Legion Y700 (2023) comes with a 6550mAh battery and supports 45W Super Flash Charging.
Furthermore, the tablet offers dual USB Type-C ports for concurrent charging and headphone use, along with bypass charging to protect the battery and enhance performance.
Legion Y700 (2023) Specifications
CPU: Snapdragon 8 + Gen 1, 3.2GHz Octacore
GPU: Adreno 730
Display: 8.8 inch WQXGA 2560 × 1600 16:10, 144Hz, HDR 10, Dolby Vision
RAM: 12GB/16GB LPDDR5X
Storage: 256GB/512GB UFS (microSD compatible up to 512GB)
Main camera: 13 MP
Front camera: 8 MP
OS: Android 13 (ZUI15)
Dimension: 208.94 x 129.46 x 7.6 mm
Weight: about 350g
Battery: 6550mAh (Fast Charge 45W)
Colors: Gray
Bluetooth: v5.x
Wi-Fi: Wi-Fi 6, 802.11
USB: USB Type-C ×2
Earphone Jack: None
Authentication Method: Face ID
Others: Stereo Speaker, Dolby Atmos
Network: Wi-Fi tablet
Legion Y700 (2023) Price and Availability
Legion Y700 (2023) comes in Grey and Blue colors. Lenovo has managed to keep the price competitive, even with the inclusion of new features. Customers can enjoy a 100 yuan ($13) discount on all variants during the pre-sale period.
The options include: 12GB RAM + 256GB storage at 2399 yuan ($333), 12GB RAM + 512GB storage at 2599 yuan ($361), and 16GB RAM + 512GB storage at 2799 yuan ($389).
