Lenovo Yoga S740 Review

Editor note: This English review is an original adaptation based on the source material published by Notebook-Center.ru.

Overview

The Lenovo Yoga S740 is a 14-inch premium ultrabook built around Intel's Core i5-1035G4 processor. In this configuration it combines 16 GB of LPDDR4X memory, a 512 GB SSD, a bright Full HD IPS display, and a compact aluminum chassis. The source review presents it as a practical mobile laptop for office work, travel, media use, and other everyday tasks where low weight and strong battery life matter more than gaming power.

Technical Specifications

Design

The chassis is fully aluminum, including the bottom panel, which helps the Yoga S740 feel more solid than many thin laptops in this class. The finish is matte and understated, and the dimensions stay travel-friendly at 18 mm thick and 1.4 kg. The source also notes narrow side bezels around the display and a hinge that makes the lid easy to open with one hand.

Service access is limited. Removing the bottom cover exposes the battery and internal components, but the review states that the memory and storage are not upgradeable in this model. That matters if you want long-term flexibility after purchase.

Display and Media

This configuration uses a 14-inch Full HD IPS panel with a glossy finish. According to the source review, brightness reaches about 360 cd/m2 and contrast is around 1600:1, which should be comfortable for indoor work and still useful outside in bright conditions. The panel also covers about 94% of the sRGB color space and does not use PWM, which is a practical advantage for users who spend long hours in front of the screen.

The speakers support Dolby Atmos and are placed beside the keyboard, directing sound toward the user. The review describes the output as loud and balanced without distortion at maximum volume. The 720p webcam includes infrared support for Windows Hello and can react when the user moves away from the laptop.

Keyboard and Touchpad

The keyboard follows Lenovo's familiar layout with large, comfortable keys and backlighting for work in dim environments. Important keys such as Enter, Shift, and Caps Lock are described as easy to use, while the touchpad has a glass surface, clear borders, and accurate gesture support. For users who type a lot, this is one of the stronger points of the machine.

Performance and Connectivity

The Lenovo Yoga S740 reviewed here uses a quad-core Intel Core i5-1035G4 from the Ice Lake generation with integrated Intel Iris Plus Graphics G4. In practice, that means enough performance for daily productivity, web work, media, and typical office use. The source is clear that this graphics solution is not intended for modern games, and older titles would require low settings.

Wireless support includes Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 4.2. Physical connectivity is modest but modern: two USB 3.1 ports, one USB Type-C with Thunderbolt 3 support, a power connector, and a combined audio jack. The missing card reader is one of the more visible omissions.

Battery and Thermals

A 62 Wh battery is one of the Yoga S740's major advantages in the source review. At around 120 cd/m2 screen brightness, it reportedly lasted about 17 hours in web browsing and about 13 hours in video playback. Those figures make the laptop attractive for users who prioritize unplugged work.

Thermals are more mixed. The chassis stays reasonably comfortable in light use, but under load the processor can run very hot. The source suggests the cooling system may be stretched by this hardware, which is an important compromise if you expect sustained heavy workloads.

Verdict

The Lenovo Yoga S740 stands out as a slim 14-inch ultrabook with a bright display, good keyboard, Thunderbolt 3, modern wireless support, and notably strong battery life. Its main compromises are limited upgradeability, no card reader, and high CPU temperatures under load. For buyers who want a portable Windows laptop for everyday work and travel, it looks like a strong option as long as gaming and prolonged heavy processing are not the priority.