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Lenovo Announces Chromebook Duet 5 and Tab P12 Pro
The new laptop is an upgrade to last year's model
By Cesar Cadenas Cesar Cadenas Writer California State University - Long Beach Cesar Cadenas has been writing about the tech industry since 2016 on a variety of topics like cryptocurrency, video games, the latest gadgets, and much more. lifewire's editorial guidelines Updated on September 8, 2021 04:10PM EDT Fact checked by Rich Scherr Fact checked by Rich Scherr University of Maryland Baltimore County Rich Scherr is a seasoned technology and financial journalist who spent nearly two decades as the editor of Potomac and Bay Area Tech Wire. lifewire's fact checking process Tweet Share Email Tweet Share Email Computers Mobile Phones Internet & Security Computers & Tablets Smart Life Home Theater & Entertainment Software & Apps Social Media Streaming Gaming Lenovo has announced two new high-end tablets: the Chromebook Duet 5 and the Tab P12 Pro, which appears to be an attempt to compete with the iPad Pro. According to tech news site Android Police, the Chromebook Duet 5 is an upgraded version of the original convertible tablet, the Chromebook Duet, launched last year. Kentaroo Tryman/Getty Images The most noticeable difference is the 13-inch OLED screen, which is higher quality than the older model’s 10-inch FHD display. Because of the OLED screen, the Duet 5 can display 4K resolution. Powering the new Duet 5 is Qualcomm’s second-generation Snapdragon 7c processor, which brings faster performance and long battery life. Lenovo claims the battery has a runtime of 15 hours on a single charge. In addition to the new processor, the Duet 5 comes with 8GB RAM and 256GB of storage space. It also comes with a USB-C charging port, audio jack, and four speakers. In addition, the device includes a 5 megapixel (MP) front camera and an 8MP rear camera. The Chromebook Duet 5 launches in October with a price tag of $429.99. The Lenovo Tab P12 Pro is similar to the Chromebook Duet 5. The tablet comes with a 12.6-inch AMOLED screen with a 2560x1600 resolution and a 120HZ refresh rate. It’s powered by a Snapdragon 870 processor with 8GB of RAM. Choochart Choochaikupt/EyeEm/Getty Images The P12 Pro has keyboard and pen accessories that can be purchased separately. It can also function as a second wireless monitor that can run Android apps alongside Lenovo’s other computers. The Tab P12 Pro also launches in October with a starting price of $609.99. Was this page helpful? Thanks for letting us know! Get the Latest Tech News Delivered Every Day Subscribe Tell us why! Other Not enough details Hard to understand Submit More from Lifewire The Next Microsoft Surface Event: Date, News, Announcements, Rumors, and More The 7 Best Chromebooks, Tested by Lifewire Google Pixel 7 & 7 Pro: News, Price, Release Date, Specs & More The 9 Best Tablets in 2022, Tested by Lifewire iPadOS 16: Release Date, Features, News, and Price New iPad Pro 2022: Price, Release Date, Specs, and News Lenovo Chromebook Duet Review: Low Budget 2-in-1 The 10 Best iPad vs. Samsung Tablets of 2022 by Lifewire The 5 Best Laptops for Kids in 2022 Lenovo Tab M10 HD (2020) Review: Surf the Web and Stream Media With This Affordable Tablet The 6 Best Laptops for Under $500, Tested by Experts The 9 Best Laptops for College Students of 2022 The 9 Best Android Tablets, Tested by Experts The 8 Best Electronic Toys for Kids of 2022 The 8 Best Laptops at Walmart in 2022 When Does the New iPhone Come Out? Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up By clicking “Accept All Cookies”, you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. Cookies Settings Accept All Cookies