Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14ALC05
Expert rating6.7 / 10
- Display:
- 14.0-inch FHD IPS touch, 250 nits
- CPU:
- Ryzen 5 5500U
- Battery:
- 52.5Wh
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Manufacturer: Lenovo Last updated: 2026-10-10
Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14ALC05 Review
Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14ALC05 (machine type 82HU) 2-in-1 with a Ryzen 5 5500U, 8GB soldered DDR4-3200, 256GB NVMe SSD, a 14-inch 1920x1080 IPS touchscreen rated at 250 nits and a 52.5Wh battery.
A convertible with a glossy touch display. Lenovo sells the screen only as a complete LCD module (FRU 5D10S39642 for IPS, 5D10S39641 for the TN version), shared with the Flex 5 14ARE05, 14IIL05 and 14ITL05. The battery is internal and replaceable after removing the bottom cover.
Screen replacement
Lenovo lists two LCD modules for the 82HU: 5D10S39642 (FHD IPS touch 250 nits) and 5D10S39641 (FHD TN touch 220 nits). We have not found a source tying a bare panel part number to these modules, so no bare panel is listed yet.
Battery replacement
The battery is the 3-cell 52.5Wh 5B10X49072 FRU family (L19M3PD6 and sibling codes), which Lenovo also lists for the Flex 5 14ARE05, 14IIL05, 14ITL05 and 15IIL05.
Our verdict
Reviewed by Burooj Alam. Rated by us, not by users.
Expert rating6.7 / 10
The IdeaPad Flex 5 14 is a convertible with a Ryzen 5 5500U, which has six cores. It has 8GB of DDR4, a 14-inch 1920 x 1080 IPS touchscreen and a 52.5 Wh battery, and weighs 1.5 kg, so it suits students who want a flexible laptop for notes and browsing.
Memory is soldered and tops out at 16GB, so you cannot upgrade later. Storage is 256GB, there is no Thunderbolt, and the 250 nit screen is not bright.
Best for
- Buyers who want a budget 14-inch convertible with a 6-core CPU
Not for
- Anyone who needs to upgrade RAM later; memory is soldered
Specifications
What these specs meanIdentity and variant
| Brand | Lenovo |
|---|---|
| Series | IdeaPad Flex 5 |
| Series ID | lenovo-ideapad-flex-5-14alc05 |
| SKU Name | IdeaPad Flex 5 14ALC05 (Ryzen 5 5500U, 8GB, 256GB, FHD IPS Touch) |
| Chassis Code | 82HU |
| Region Sold | Global |
Class and platform
| Laptop Class | 2-in-1 Convertible |
|---|---|
| Release Year | 2021 |
| Weight | 1.5 kg |
Processor
| CPU Brand | AMD |
|---|---|
| CPU Model | Ryzen 5 5500U |
| CPU Cores | 6 |
Sustained power
| Sustained Power Source | Not Measured |
|---|
Graphics
| GPU Brand | AMD |
|---|---|
| GPU Model | AMD Radeon Graphics (integrated) |
| VRAM | 0 GB |
| Graphics Switching | Integrated Only |
Memory
| RAM Capacity | 8 GB |
|---|---|
| RAM Type | DDR4 |
| RAM Speed | 3200 MT/s |
| Memory Form Factor | Soldered |
| Memory Soldered | Yes |
| Max RAM Supported | 16 GB |
Upgradability
| RAM Slots | 0 |
|---|---|
| Storage Slots | 1 |
| Storage Form Factor | M.2 2280 |
| Storage Interface | PCIe 3.0 x4 |
| SATA Bay Present | No |
Storage as shipped
| Storage Capacity | 256 GB |
|---|---|
| Storage Type | NVMe SSD |
Display
| Display Size | 14 inches |
|---|---|
| Resolution Width | 1920 px |
| Resolution Height | 1080 px |
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz |
| Panel Type | IPS |
| Brightness | 250 nits |
| Brightness Condition | Vendor Unstated |
| Touchscreen | Yes |
| Colour Gamut | 45% NTSC |
Battery and ports
| Battery Capacity | 52.5 Wh |
|---|---|
| Thunderbolt Support | None |
| WiFi Standard | WiFi 6 |
FAQs
Can you upgrade the RAM in the Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14ALC05?
No. The memory (8 GB of DDR4) is soldered to the motherboard and there are no memory slots, so it cannot be upgraded after purchase. Choose the capacity you need when you buy.
Can you upgrade the SSD in the Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14ALC05?
Yes. It has 1 M.2 2280 slot (PCIe 3.0 x4). It ships with 256 GB NVMe SSD.
What display does the Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14ALC05 have?
The Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14ALC05 has a 14-inch, 1920x1080, IPS, 60 Hz touch display covering 45% NTSC.
Does the Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14ALC05 have Thunderbolt?
No. It does not list Thunderbolt or USB4 support.
How big is the battery in the Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14ALC05?
The Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14ALC05 has a 52.5 Wh battery.