Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5 16IMH9 83DC0042IN Laptop (Intel Core Ultra 5/ 16 GB RAM/ 1TB SSD/ Win 11)

Overview

Reviewed by Priyanka Singh · Senior Consumer-Tech Editor

The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5 16IMH9 83DC0042IN Laptop (Intel Core Ultra 5/ 16 GB RAM/ 1TB SSD/ Win 11) is Lenovo's take on a value-focused laptop, built around ram of 16 GB LPDDR5, display of 16 inches, resolution of 1920 x 1200 pixels.. For everyday work, study and light multitasking it should feel responsive. On the other side, heavy creators or gamers will want to check the graphics and thermals before committing. Below you'll find the full specifications, live prices across stores, our editor's verdict, and a quality-checked refurbished alternative that can get you the same specs for noticeably less. If you value getting more for your money, the refurbished route is worth a serious look before buying new.

Full Specifications

Price	₹ 79,890
RAM	16 GB LPDDR5
Display	16 inches
Series	Ideapad Slim 5
Model	83DC0042IN
Utility	Everyday Use, Performance
Os	Windows 11 (64-bit)
Warranty	1 year Warranty
Touch	No
Resolution	1920 x 1200 pixels
Ppi	~ 142 PPI
Refresh Rate	60 Hz
Aspect Ratio	16:9
Anti Glare Screen	Yes
Features	400nits Glossy, 100 Percent DCI-P3, DisplayHDR True Black 500
Ethernet	No
Wifi	Wi-Fi 6E (IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax)
Bluetooth	v5.3
Usb Ports	2 x USB Type-C, 2 x USB Type-A
Hdmi	1 x HDMI 1.4b Port
Microphone In	Yes
Headphone Jack	Yes
Input Camera	1080p FHD + IR with PrivacyShutter & ToF
Input Keyboard	English
Input Keyboard Backlit	Yes
Input Touchpad	Yes
Input Inbuilt Microphone	Dual Array Digital Microphones
Input Speakers	2 x 2W
Input Optical Drive	No
Processor Processor	Intel Core Ultra 5 Series 1 125H
Processor Speed	4 x 1.2 GHz (Turbo Speed upto 4.5 GHz) Performance Cores 8 x 700 MHz (Turbo Speed upto 3.6 GHz) Efficient Cores 2 x 700 MHz (Turbo Speed upto 2.5 GHz) Low Power Efficient Cores
Processor Cores	14 Cores (4P + 8E + 2LP-E), 18 Threads
Processor Cache	18 MB
Processor Brand	Intel
Processor Series	Core Ultra 5 Series 1
Processor Model	125H
Processor Generation	Intel Core Ultra Series 1
Graphics Gpu	Intel Arc Graphics
Graphics Brand	Intel
Solid State Drive	1 TB SSD
Ssd Interface	NVMe PCIe Gen4
Adapter Type	65W USB-C
Included Software	Office Home and Student 2021
Sales Package	1 x Laptop, 1 x Charging Adapter, User Manual, Warranty Card
Input Sound	Stereo, Dolby Audio
Battery	57 Wh, 3 Cell Battery
Battery Backup	Upto 8 hours
Micro Sd Card Reader	Yes
Dual Display	No
Country Of Origin	China

Editor Verdict

4.0/5

Editorial rating

“A strong all-rounder that covers the essentials well; the refurbished option makes it even better value.”

Value for Money 4.5

Performance 4.5

Boot & App Speed 3.5

Display 4.0

Battery Backup 4.0

Build Quality 4.0

Priyanka Singh Senior Consumer-Tech Editor

Priyanka Singh has spent 8+ years reviewing consumer electronics in India, hands-on testing laptops, phones and TVs for real-world value. She focuses on what a device actually delivers for the price — and whether a refurbished unit is the smarter buy.

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Processor	Intel Core Ultra 5 Series 1 125H	11th Gen Intel Core i5 1135G7	11th Gen Intel Core i5 1135G7
RAM	16 GB LPDDR5	16 GB LPDDR4X	16 GB LPDDR4X
Storage	1 TB SSD	512 GB SSD	512 GB SSD
Display	16 inches	13.3 inches	13.3 inches
Graphics	Intel Arc Graphics	Intel Iris Xe Graphics	Intel Iris Xe Graphics
OS	Windows 11 (64-bit)	Windows 11 Home (64-bit)	Windows 11 Home (64-bit)