Does the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5 14 (Gen 9, AMD) work with Linux?

Yes, on a clean install it works with no tweaking (verified on Ubuntu LTS). Ryzen 8845HS with Radeon 780M is one of the most trouble-free Linux platforms in the budget class on kernel 6.5 or newer.

What does the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5 14 (Gen 9, AMD) cost?

RRP is about 600 USD (650 EUR in the EU); street price is often lower.

How heavy is the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5 14 (Gen 9, AMD)?

1.45 kg (3.20 lb). That's manageable for occasional travel.

What's the battery life like?

A 84 Wh pack, around 8 hours real-world mixed use. We score battery 7/10.

Can I upgrade the RAM or storage?

RAM is soldered, so the 16 GB it ships with is the RAM it dies with. Storage starts at 512 GB on this configuration.

Which operating systems are supported?

Ships with Windows. It also runs Linux; see the Linux block above for per-distro detail.

Photo: EeveeRBL · CC0 · Wikimedia Commons (IdeaPad Slim family reference)

Lenovo · 2024

Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5 14

Name: Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5 14
Brand: Lenovo
SKU: IdeaPad Slim 5 14 (Gen 9, AMD)
Price: 600 USD

Gen 9, AMD

A quiet, plain 300-nit machine, but the Ryzen 7 8845HS and Radeon 780M combo is about the most painless Linux box under 650 dollars.

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Linux: out of box

Compiled & edited by Dennis de Kruijf · updated 2026-05-18 · how we rate

Scorecard

6.8 / 10

Mean of six category scores, 0 to 10. Compiled from public sources. How we rate.

Strongest on value and battery, with no category below average.

Battery 7/10
Display 6/10
Build 7/10
Keyboard 6/10
Speed 7/10
Value 8/10

Worth knowing

Stands out

Linux runs out of the box

Watch for

RAM is soldered, no upgrade later

Compare with other laptops

Linux

Linux readiness9.9

Excellent · Best on ubuntu LTS. Confidence: high · How we score

Linux compatibility, per distro

Ubuntu LTS Out of the box
- Wi-Fi : works
- Bluetooth : works
- Fingerprint : needs tweak
- Webcam : works
- Audio : works
- Suspend : works
Ryzen 8845HS with Radeon 780M is one of the most trouble-free Linux platforms in the budget class on kernel 6.5 or newer. Check the exact Wi-Fi card.

See the broader picture in the Linux compatibility hub, the full compatibility matrix, and the buying guides.

Specs

Specifications for Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5 14
CPU	AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS
GPU	AMD Radeon 780M (integrated)
RAM	16 GB (soldered, not upgradeable)
Storage	512 GB
Screen	14" 1920x1200 @ 60Hz, 300 nitsfine indoors, dim in direct sun
Weight	1.45 kglight for daily carry
Battery	84 Wh, around 8 h real-world

Common questions

Does the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5 14 (Gen 9, AMD) work with Linux?: Yes, on a clean install it works with no tweaking (verified on Ubuntu LTS). Ryzen 8845HS with Radeon 780M is one of the most trouble-free Linux platforms in the budget class on kernel 6.5 or newer.
What does the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5 14 (Gen 9, AMD) cost?: RRP is about 600 USD (650 EUR in the EU); street price is often lower.
How heavy is the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5 14 (Gen 9, AMD)?: 1.45 kg (3.20 lb). That's manageable for occasional travel.
What's the battery life like?: A 84 Wh pack, around 8 hours real-world mixed use. We score battery 7/10.
Can I upgrade the RAM or storage?: RAM is soldered, so the 16 GB it ships with is the RAM it dies with. Storage starts at 512 GB on this configuration.
Which operating systems are supported?: Ships with Windows. It also runs Linux; see the Linux block above for per-distro detail.

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