The Chuwi GemiBook X Pro 14" is a budget-friendly laptop that offers exceptional value at just £249. It has garnered positive reviews for its impressive specs and performance, making it a standout option in the budget laptop market.
Display
The 14.1-inch Full HD (1920x1080) IPS screen is one of the highlights of the GemiBook X Pro. It delivers vibrant colors and decent sharpness, making it suitable for everyday tasks and media consumption. The screen's brightness and color accuracy are good for the price, although it is not designed for professional graphic work. The anti-glare coating helps reduce reflections, but there can be some color shift when viewed from angles.
The display is a specialist unit by BOEHYDIS with the model number NV140FHM-N4Z. What's unique and special about this display is the PCB board under the screen where the connector is. It's a very short board, and very unique. The display is a 60hz IPS unit which is pretty normal these days on mid range laptops.
There is some confusion when replacing the screen on this laptop, as the BoeHydis screen model NV140FHM is a 14-Inch display, and Chuwi are advertising this laptop as having a 14.1-Inch display. The actual display size is 14 inches, so we aren't sure why Chuwi are doing this, but we've seen other brands like Gateway doing this as well. Perhaps it could be a way of making the laptop stand out from the crowded space of 14-Inch laptops from other vendors.
Performance
Powered by the Intel 12th Gen Alder Lake N100 processor, this laptop offers a significant performance boost over previous models. It features 8GB of LPDDR5 RAM and a 256GB M.2 SSD, which ensures quick boot times and smooth multitasking. The N100 processor, combined with Intel UHD Graphics, can handle basic computing tasks efficiently. While it's not built for heavy gaming, it can manage light games and older titles at lower settings.
Build Quality and Design
The GemiBook X Pro has a sleek and lightweight design, weighing just 1.46kg. Its matte-textured surface gives it a premium look, though the plastic build is prone to dents if not handled carefully. The laptop features a full-sized keyboard with decent key travel, making it comfortable for typing. The touchpad is responsive and supports Windows gestures, though its off-center placement might take some getting used to.
Ports and Connectivity
This laptop includes a variety of ports: a full-sized HDMI, USB 3.0 Type-A, USB 3.0 Type-C, and a 3.5mm audio jack. However, it lacks USB-C charging capability and an Ethernet port, which might be a drawback for some users. The GemiBook X Pro also supports Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.2, ensuring fast and reliable wireless connectivity.
Battery Life
The 38Wh battery offers decent battery life, suitable for a full day of light use. However, it might fall short under heavier workloads, so it's advisable to keep the charger handy during long working sessions.
Conclusion
The Chuwi GemiBook X Pro 14" is a fantastic value laptop, especially at its price point of £249. It is ideal for students, families, or anyone needing a reliable and affordable laptop for everyday use. With its combination of a good display, solid performance, and attractive design, it stands out as one of the best budget laptops currently available.
