New Era Gaming PCs by Lenovo

       For those who Play

Lenovo is all geared up to launch three new multimedia gaming PCs in the Indian market. Two of which have first in the market features. We came across the Y510P, Z510P and Hybrid, which is a completely new segment in the gaming and multimedia industry. Let me walk you through each of them.

 

Horizon - The First in its Segment

Air Hockey on Hybrid

Introducing the world's first multi mode gaming PC. With a screen size of 27" and 10 point multi touch its ideal for home use. It can be used as a conventional PC, a gaming PC and multimedia device as well. Little on the heavier side, weighing around 8 Kilo grams the device packs Windows 8 and Lenovo's Aura. Aura is a unique multi-user interface allows two or more people to access different photos, videos and music on the same screen. This interpersonal device brings families together for a shared,collaborative and personal computing experience.

Aura - Lenovo Hybrid

Bundled with the mammoth device are a host of accessories for enjoying your favourite games. These include Joystick, Striker and E-dice. You might have noticed the Striker in action for Air Hockey. The 10 point touch is useful not only for games but a lot of other stuff as well. People can use their favourite applications at the same time. We tried our hands on Pics, Videos and lot others. The system does not lag with apps running simultaneously thanks to 8GB memory under the hood.

Specs:

• 27” backlit Full HD (1920x1080) multi-touch display, 16:9 widescreen
• Wireless mouse and keyboard
• 8GB DDR3-1600Mhz (supports dual channel)
• NVIDIA® GeForce® GT 620M 1GB/2GB graphics with DirectX® 11
• Stereo speakers with Dolby® Home Theatre® V4
• Windows 8 operating system
• 3rd generation Intel core processor
• WiFi (802.11b/g/n); Bluetooth® 4.0
• 720p HD web cam with dual mic array

Pros:

• Huge Display
• Use as A PC, TV and gaming device
• Full HD
• First in its class
• Winner of 14 + awards at the International Consumer Electronics Show 2013
• Educational Apps, FilmOn LiveTV, Accuweather
• Runs all Andriod Apps with the help of Blue Stacks

Cons:

• On the heavier side
• Gesture and voice controls missing
• App development confined only to Lenovo
• Price: INR 1,36,500. Hope it comes down.

 

 Lenovo IdeaPad Y510p

Y510p

The Y510P is built keeping the interests of Hardcore gamer in mind. The build of the device is solid, the back lit keyboard is a welcome plus. Its a no nonsense gaming PC aimed to provide the best experience for all classes of gamers. Its the first gaming device in industry to support DDR5 on NVIDIA® GeForce GT 750M. First in the industry with a swap-able bay, add another GFX card or use it for additional storage. Code named Ultra bay it supports both graphics card or a hard drive. 

7.1 Dolby setup for Max Payne 3

Dolby was kind to set up a 7.1 channel gaming studio to try our hands on Max Payne 3. I was lost in the character and wanted to take the entire setup home. I bet you would apply a leave only to be lost in such a wonderful gaming machine. It boasts of JBL designed speakers supporting Dolby Home Theatre v4 audio certification for immersive sound. The product is also available on thedostore.com

Specs:

• 4th generation Intel® CoreTM i7- processor
• Dual graphics support1; NVIDIA SLI – up to NVIDIA GeForce GT 750M 2GB dual graphics
• 15.6” high-definition (1366x768) display
• 16GB DDR3L- 1600Mhz(Support Dual Channel)
• Dolby Home Theatre v4 audio certification
• UltraBay feature - Graphics Card / Storage / Cooling Fan
• 1TB HDD storage
• Price: INR 69,990/-

Pros:

• Ultra Bay
• DDR5 category for Graphics card
• Back lit keyboard
• Solid build and Serious Performance
• 2.7 kg in weight

Cons:

• Full HD screen appreciated

  Lenovo IdeaPad Z510p

Lenovo Z510p

Built for the everyday use, Z510P is a multi-media notebook with a good balance of features and performance. The 15.6” laptop runs on 4th generation Intel Corei5/ i7 processor and enables users to stream the content wirelessly to a big screen with Intel Wireless Display (WiDi) Technology.

Shailendra Katyal, Director- Consumer Business, Lenovo India said, “We are happy to enter the gaming sphere with a complete portfolio of gaming machines that cater to both individuals and families. Lenovo is fostering its growth in the PC+ era through these multi-media devices that will add a new dimension to our existing portfolio of Consumer products and redefine the concept of gaming in India.”

Features:

• 15.6” Full HD display (1920 x 1080),16:9 wide screen
• NVIDIA® GeForce® GT 740M 2GB graphics
• Up to 16GB Dual Channel
• TB HDD or 1TB Solid State Hybrid Drive (SSHD) storage with integrated 8GB NAND flash
• 4th generation Intel Core i7 processor
• Stereo speakers with Dolby Home Theatre certification
• Integrated Bluetooth 4.01, 802.11 b/g/n, WiFi connectivity
• 720p HD webcam
• DVD reader/writer or Blu-ray Disc
• Price: INR 50,990/-