Are there any alternatives?

There are lots of Ryzen 4000 laptops that aren’t as powerful as the IdeaPad Slim 7, but come in at a cheaper price. The most obvious option is the Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14, which isn’t as powerful but is much cheaper. The HP Envy x360 13 is another good example of a cheaper AMD laptop with a bit less horsepower.

　　If you’re willing to pay a couple hundred more dollars, the Dell XPS 13 is a better-designed laptop. Performance and battery life can’t quite match the IdeaPad Slim 7, but the small form factor and better display make it worth the extra cost.

　　

How long will it last?

The IdeaPad Slim 7 should last you at least three or four years, which is normal for laptops. The limited configuration options may leave you wanting to upgrade the memory or storage yourself in the future, but everything is soldered down.

　　Lenovo offers a standard one-year limited warranty. You’re on your own past that.

　　

Should you buy it?

Yes. It’s the best laptop you can buy under $1,000.