Lenovo Impresses with ThinkBook VertiFlex and Its Rotating Design at IFA
The ThinkBook VertiFlex was one of the biggest tech surprises unveiled at IFA 2025, grabbing attention with its bold rotating screen concept. Lenovo once again proves its ability to reinvent the laptop format, offering a hybrid solution between notebook, tablet, and workstation.
Context: innovation as Lenovo’s trademark
The ThinkBook VertiFlex arrives at a time when the market demands portability, adaptability, and above all, creativity. Lenovo had already been testing innovative designs with its Yoga series and the ThinkPad X1 Fold, but with VertiFlex, it goes even further by exploring a format that could redefine notebook usage in both professional and creative settings.
At the IFA 2025 event—one of the world’s largest electronics trade shows—the device stood out as a “tech highlight,” receiving praise from experts, designers, and developers.
ThinkBook VertiFlex Specifications: display, hardware, and design
The ThinkBook VertiFlex features a touch-sensitive screen that can rotate 180° vertically, allowing smooth transitions between laptop, stand, portrait, and tablet modes.
- Display: 14-inch OLED 2.8K, vertically rotatable
- Processor: Intel Core Ultra (13th Gen)
- GPU: Integrated Intel Arc
- RAM: up to 32 GB LPDDR5x
- Storage: PCIe SSD up to 1 TB
- Battery: estimated battery life up to 10 hours
- Webcam: 1080p with IR sensor for facial login
- Build: ultralight aluminum body with premium finish
Its hinge system is the standout feature, enabling screen rotation without compromising keyboard stability or touchpad usability.
Comparison with other market models
Compared to other hybrid models like the Surface Laptop Studio 2 and HP Spectre Fold, the ThinkBook VertiFlex bets on a unique vertical screen rotation that currently exists in no other device.
| Model | Key Feature | Screen Type | Best Use Case |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lenovo ThinkBook VertiFlex | Vertical screen rotation | 14” 2.8K OLED | Design, presentations, productivity |
| Surface Laptop Studio 2 | Screen folds forward | 14.4” Touch LCD | Digital artists, editors |
| HP Spectre Fold | Book-like foldable screen | Flexible OLED | Reading, portability |
Main benefits of the ThinkBook VertiFlex
The key benefits of the ThinkBook VertiFlex include:
- Real versatility: switch formats with just a few gestures
- Better screen usage: perfect for vertical document scrolling
- High performance: latest-gen Intel processors
- Futuristic design: ideal for creative and innovative professionals
In my opinion, in a world where advertising is inseparably intertwined with social networks and online mode (websites, blogs, etc.), the change in screen positioning can also be a strong factor in the acceptance of this type of technology in the current market, as it allows the creation of adapted and high-performance content, since it is a computer and not just a tablet.
Current challenges and limitations
Despite the excitement, the ThinkBook VertiFlex still faces some challenges:
- High initial price: expected above US$1,999
- Learning curve: not everyone is used to vertical rotation
- Availability: initially limited to Asia and Europe
What does the tech community think?
On social media and tech forums, the ThinkBook VertiFlex has been received with enthusiasm. Many praised Lenovo’s boldness in stepping away from “standard” laptops, while others compared its design to sci-fi tablets.
For those already in the Lenovo ecosystem, this innovation feels natural. For new users, it might be the entry point to a new way of working.
Conclusion: a new chapter in laptop design
The ThinkBook VertiFlex marks a new era of purposeful and versatile notebooks. It’s not just about folding—it’s about rotating ideas and creating formats that adapt to our hybrid and creative routines. Perhaps some who adopt tablets as a work tool due to the ease of screen orientation may now choose to migrate to a more powerful computer that allows for this adaptation.
The truth is that there is currently anticipation as to whether tablets will become notebooks, or whether notebooks will adapt to overshadow the tablet’s trajectory. I personally am a huge fan of tablets, for their practicality and versatility. What do you think of this launch? Do you prefer a notebook or a tablet? Let me know in the comments!
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Is the ThinkBook VertiFlex already available?
Not yet. Global release is expected in Q1 2026. - Does the keyboard rotate with the screen?
No. Only the screen rotates. The keyboard and trackpad remain fixed. - Can it be used as a tablet?
Yes, by fully rotating the screen and using touch controls. - Does it have an HDMI port?
Yes, along with USB-C and Thunderbolt 4. - Is it compatible with digital pens?
Yes, it supports Lenovo’s own stylus. - Are there 5G models?
No official confirmation yet.
Fontes e Referências
TechRadar – Lenovo’s ThinkBook VertiFlex: the most versatile business laptop?
Lenovo Unveils New ThinkBook Devices at IFA – Lenovo Newsroom
NotebookCheck – Lenovo ThinkBook VertiFlex convertible with rotating display
The Verge – Hands-on with Lenovo ThinkBook VertiFlex at IFA
GSMArena – Lenovo introduces ThinkBook VertiFlex with rotating OLED screen
