Are there any alternatives?

There aren’t any other 5G laptops currently on the market, but they’re coming. And if they support more than Verizon’s relatively limited 5G coverage, they might be better options from that perspective alone. So those are something to look out for.

　　If you don’t need 5G, then you could consider the HP Spectre x360 13 with 4G LTE. You’ll spend about $150 less and get a much faster laptop, but you won’t enjoy nearly the battery life. Think in halves here.

　　

How long will it last?

The Lenovo Flex 5G is a well-built laptop that should last for years, but its performance is only going to get relatively slower. Meanwhile, 5G and Windows on ARM technology could see a much broader roll-out in the coming years, and the Flex 5G should last long enough to see the benefits.

　　The one-year warranty is typical and disappointing.

　　

Should you buy it?

No — at least not yet. While battery life is stellar, performance is mediocre and barely keeps up with basic productivity and media consumption tasks. That always-connected lifestyle will be convenient — but only once 5G sees a more impressive roll-out.