The Lenovo Chromebook Duet is an astonishingly good value device, coming bundled with a detachable keyboard in order to undercut the price of the iPad and Surface Go 2 by a couple hundred quid.

Very affordable price; Bundled keyboard offers versatility; Superb screen for video content; Excellent battery life

Lack of headphone jack; Poor speaker quality; Keyboard is uncomfortably small

So long as you know the limitations going in, the Duet is a very likeable device that offers strong value for money. Make no mistake, this is no powerhouse and the cramped keyboard won’t be for everyone, but when it comes to general computing and shorter-length writing duties it’s a lovely little...

Attractive design; Doubles as Android tablet; Comes with keyboard; Cheap

Lacks processing power; Cramped keyboard; Small screen

The Lenovo IdeaPad Duet Chromebook strikes the perfect balance between tablet portability and Chromebook utility, all while keeping the price ridiculously low - and somehow packing in a Lich King of a battery that simply refuses to die

Lightweight and portable; Long battery life; Very affordable; Huge library of available software

Tiny keyboard and finicky track pad; Magnetic components can pop off with normal use; Charger and headphones share a single port; Limited memory and lightweight processors

The Lenovo IdeaPad Duet is a small convertible that runs on Chrome OS. Thanks to the support of Android and Linux, there are numerous application possibilities for the small tablet.

good battery life; low emissions and silent cooling; 8 years of Chrome OS updates

UI suffers from stuttering; slow SoC; very thick with keyboard and Stand Cover; external monitor only runs at 1280x720

Budget-strapped consumers and students with light computing needs will be captivated by Lenovo's Chromebook Duet, a detachable 2-in-1 that tops better-known 2-in-1 tablets on value.

Low price includes keyboard; Handy tablet gestures and Android phone integration; Decent cameras; Good battery life

Tepid performance; Only one USB port and no headphone jack; Cramped keyboard; No memory card slot

The Lenovo Duet isn’t just a great and very affordable Chromebook tablet, it’s also a great Chromebook laptop thanks to its bundled keyboard case.

Insanely good value for just $300; Gorgeous display with a very nice design; Excellent battery life

Processor is a bit on the pokey side; Typing on the bundled keyboard is a little cramped

Lenovo's Chromebook Duet sounded like a winner the moment we first heard about it. It's a 2-in-1 detachable tablet running Chrome OS, and though it might not pack the fastest chipset, the rest of its hardware impresses — especially given that it starts at just $280 and comes with a keyboard cover.

Price $280 feels like a steal; Comes with keyboard Not all detachable 2-in-1s do (though they should); Battery life Easily lasts multiple days in lighter use, with great standby time; Screen Impressive for the price. It's sharp and bright with minimal bezels.

Thick with everything attached The kickstand isn't built-in, it's a separate piece. Mix in the keyboard cover, and the tablet is now more than twice as thick; Keyboard cover It's not rigid enough, sliding around when closed and flexing too easily when open, interfering with the...

Lenovo’s Chromebook Duet is far from flawless. But when you’re evaluating a device that starts at $279, the question isn’t “Is this a perfect device?” The question is: “Is this better than other stuff you can get for that price?”

Ultra portable; 11-hour battery life; Included keyboard and kickstand; You can’t beat the price

Cramped keyboard and touchpad; Just one port (and it’s not a headphone jack); Lacks the horsepower for serious multitasking

Generally, when computers get down to this price there are some major trade-offs, but for the most part, Lenovo has been able to make the right calls when constructing the Duet

Beautiful hardware; Great battery life; Decent speakers

Could be faster; Screen is a little small; Keyboard magnet isn't the strongest

The Lenovo Chromebook Duet is easily the best ultra-portable detachable for the money

Durable aluminum build; Magnetic keyboard and back cover included; Grippy aluminum prevents drops; provides durability; Great aesthetics and in-hand feel; Low weight and slim build for portability; Almost 7-hours of real-world device up time; Well-balanced speakers; Bright; vibrant 1920 x 1200...

Cramped keyboard requires a learning curve; Magnetic keyboard attachment isn't strong enough for comfort; Only a single port -- USB-C; No 3.5mm audio jack; 3.5-hours to charge