---
product_id: 1751057
title: "Lenovo ThinkPad Twist S230u 12.5-Inch Convertible 2 in 1 Touchscreen Ultrabook (33474HU) Black"
brand: "lenovo"
price: "€ 72.48"
currency: EUR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 2
url: https://www.desertcart.com.cy/products/1751057-lenovo-thinkpad-twist-s230u-12-5-inch-convertible-2-in
store_origin: CY
region: Cyprus
---

# Intel i5 1.7 GHz 12.5" Touchscreen 5-hour battery Lenovo ThinkPad Twist S230u 12.5-Inch Convertible 2 in 1 Touchscreen Ultrabook (33474HU) Black

**Brand:** lenovo
**Price:** € 72.48
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 💡 Unleash Your Potential with the Lenovo ThinkPad Twist!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Lenovo ThinkPad Twist S230u 12.5-Inch Convertible 2 in 1 Touchscreen Ultrabook (33474HU) Black by lenovo
- **How much does it cost?** € 72.48 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.cy](https://www.desertcart.com.cy/products/1751057-lenovo-thinkpad-twist-s230u-12-5-inch-convertible-2-in)

## Best For

- lenovo enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted lenovo brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Power Meets Portability:** Lightweight design at just 3.47 lbs, perfect for on-the-go professionals.
- • **Stay Connected Anywhere:** Equipped with Bluetooth and Wi-Fi 802.11bgn for reliable connectivity.
- • **Transform Your Workspace:** Seamlessly switch between laptop and tablet modes for ultimate versatility.
- • **Ample Storage for Your Needs:** 500 GB HDD ensures you have space for all your important files.
- • **Stylus Support for Creativity:** Touchscreen with stylus support enhances your productivity and creativity.

## Overview

The Lenovo ThinkPad Twist S230u is a versatile 12.5-inch convertible ultrabook powered by an Intel Core i5 processor, featuring a responsive touchscreen, 500 GB hard drive, and a lightweight design, making it ideal for professionals seeking both performance and portability.

## Description

Product Description The Thinkpad Twist - a 12.5" Intel High Performance ocnvertible notebook with a touch of style and Windows 8.Don’t forget Office with your PC purchase. Download Office 2013 instantly with desertcart Digital Software. desertcart.com

Review: Very nicely designed, powerful little tablet/laptop/ultrabook - This baby is pretty much a hybrid of a tablet, laptop and ultrabook. Its more powerful than a lot of ultrabooks (get the i5 cpu or higher). People complain about all types of things when it comes to electronics and expect a flawless product for the first of its kind. That's not the case with anything that's even remotely complex that is brand new and revolutionary. Yes, there have been tablets that can run windows OSes before but not full fledged versions with this stability. I didn't have any of the issues ppl have mentioned, I guess there was just a few bugs in some of the Twists Lenovo shipped out. Don't expect to play intense video games on here or to run a home music studio out of this thing. It can handle some music production programs (i5) but it takes it about three tries; in other words the music program will freeze 2-3 times before it runs fine. This is not what you want when trying to produce professional sound tracks, video, photos etc. Know what you are buying (the specs) and what they can do for you. The CPU is great and from the best chip maker. The ram, though not upgradeable, is enough to run just about everything. I would avoid streaming more than 5-6 videos at once but only youtube maniacs do that. The sound is ok, tiny little speakers on a tiny computer. The touch screen works great, just tilt it a little farther so it changes orientation when you want it to. The ambient light sensor can be turned off. I figured this out myself. After that, the computer works great. I am even running another Windows system inside of it (Virtual machine). I can play my android games on there too with Bluestacks android emulator :D Make sure you have it on the higher power consuming setting if youre not plugged in to AC to run those goodies. Buy it and enjoy the awesome deal you are getting compared to the Yoga and what Asus is offering!
Review: Windows 8 works best with a touchscreen; ThinkPad Twist is a solid early concept - I've been tracking Windows 8 since the Consumer Preview of 2012. In fact, I installed the CP and the final EOM version on a prior ThinkPad (SL410) shortly after in came out. In a nutshell, Win8 is great once you learn how to mouse to the corners. Why Microsoft felt the need to essentially hide its basic features in corner-spotted contextual menus, I don't know; they have way too much faith in the average user. However, Win8 runs fast, is secure, and the Metro interface is pretty great -- especially for apps like Solitaire, MahJohng, ESPN, Netflix, and KEXP. There's some really cool stuff in the store, much of it that doesn't require a touchscreen. That said, a touchscreen (like the one in the Twist) brings the whole experience alive. Windows 8 is the OS of the future, especially when you see how smoothly you can switch between app-heavy Metro and the traditional desktop experience. Again, I think it takes a bit of an advanced user to understand how to make it all work, but once you do, it's pretty slick. Touching your screen to launch tasks, browse files, and so on, seems so natural that you wonder why it took so long. Combine that with a traditional keyboard (like the Twist) and you've really good a good thing going. So, that's a quick overview of Win8. What about the Twist? Here's a look at the good and bad. The good: * The build quality. The rubberized feel is premium, the screen looks great, the keyboard is amazing, and the whole deal feels nice. It's ThinkPad; you know you're getting quality. * Battery. Others have said it's poor, but I haven't had that experience. Dial down the screen brightness, and you can get a good 4, nearly 5 hours out of this. It's enough for a plane ride; not sure where else you'd go without access to a power cord. Because the screen is so good, you can lower the brightness and still have a good experience. * The hybrid functionality. It's so good! Flipping the screen around and using the Twist as a tablet is a revelation. I use it mostly as a comic book reader, and it's really perfect for that application. (Next step is for Marvel to bring its Marvel Universe app to the Windows Store.) Playing simple games, navigating Metro apps, etc., is really smooth. The weight of the device is such that, for me, it's a pretty good tablet. And when you need to type something long-form, you simply turn the screen around and go at it. It's pretty good. * The weight. Coming from a fivish-pound device, I'm surprised how light this is. Now the not-so-good: * Screen rotation can be iffy. Maybe a driver update can help this out? * Sound is good and loud, but sometimes distorted. Can't tell if this is a source or playback issue. You're not getting premium sound out of this device, to be sure. * The screen is a fingerprint magnet. Nothing that can be done about that, and it's really only noticeable when the screen is off, but there you are. * It'd be nice for a traditional HDMI and more USB ports, but oh well. If you're on the fence, I say go for it. You're not finding a Windows 8 hybrid device anywhere near this price class, and you'll be surprised just how capable this device is. I'm not a gamer, so the 720p and lower specs don't bug me. For what I need to do -- basic browsing, Office, etc. -- this is a really great device.

## Features

- Intel Core i5 3317U 1.7 GHz (3 MB Cache)
- 4 GB DIMM
- 500 GB 5400 rpm Hard Drive
- 12.5-Inch Screen, Intel HD 4000 Graphics
- Windows 8, 5hour battery life

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B009MPBFNU |
| Average Battery Life (in hours) | 5 Hours |
| Batteries | 1 Lithium Polymer batteries required. (included) |
| Best Sellers Rank | #252,829 in Computers & Accessories ( See Top 100 in Computers & Accessories ) #3,848 in 2 in 1 Laptop Computers |
| Brand | Lenovo |
| Card Description | Integrated |
| Chipset Brand | Intel |
| Color | Black |
| Computer Memory Type | DIMM |
| Customer Reviews | 3.8 3.8 out of 5 stars (160) |
| Date First Available | October 12, 2012 |
| Flash Memory Size | 24 |
| Graphics Coprocessor | Intel HD 4000 Graphics |
| Hard Drive | 500 GB HDD |
| Hard Drive Rotational Speed | 5400 RPM |
| Hardware Platform | PC |
| Item Dimensions LxWxH | 12.3 x 9.29 x 0.78 inches |
| Item Weight | 3.47 pounds |
| Item model number | 33474HU |
| Max Screen Resolution | 1366x768 |
| Memory Speed | 1333 MHz |
| Number of Processors | 2 |
| Number of USB 3.0 Ports | 2 |
| Operating System | Windows 8 |
| Power Source | Battery Powered |
| Processor | 1.7 GHz Core_i5_3317U |
| Processor Brand | Intel |
| Product Dimensions | 12.3 x 9.29 x 0.78 inches |
| RAM | 4 GB DIMM |
| Screen Resolution | 1366 x 768 pixels |
| Series | Twist |
| Standing screen display size | 12.5 Inches |
| Wireless Type | 802.11bgn |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Lenovo
- **CPU Model:** Core i5-3317U
- **Color:** Black
- **Graphics Card Description:** Integrated
- **Graphics Coprocessor:** Intel HD 4000 Graphics
- **Hard Disk Size:** 500 GB
- **Model Name:** Twist
- **Operating System:** Windows 8
- **Ram Memory Installed Size:** 4 GB
- **Screen Size:** 12.5 Inches

## Images

![Lenovo ThinkPad Twist S230u 12.5-Inch Convertible 2 in 1 Touchscreen Ultrabook (33474HU) Black - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51PlapjpY7L.jpg)
![Lenovo ThinkPad Twist S230u 12.5-Inch Convertible 2 in 1 Touchscreen Ultrabook (33474HU) Black - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/613dWSf9XlL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: What is the recommended app or download to be able to watch dvds from an external dvd player?**
A: vlc freeware video player

**Q: How do I connect bluetooth device to the lenovo twist s230u?**
A: As far as I know, it is not built in, or I haven't tried to find it.  Go to your menu at the bottom left of the screen, or the right side for Windows 8.  Type bluetooth in the box, and it says Add Bluetoth device.

**Q: what warranty is on the laptop if I don't buy any warranty ? Can you warranty  it for one year?**
A: In the US  a standard 1 yr warranty applies, upon installation and registrations they offer an extended warranty for an additional charge.

**Q: Hinge twisting after long term? 
I saw the hinge post from last year, I just wanted to see how the hinge is holding up after long term use. Thanks!**
A: It's ok now I had to get another lenovo twist because an error occurred with the computer and it would start properly. After long term use the hinge is fine after long term use.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Very nicely designed, powerful little tablet/laptop/ultrabook
*by J***Y on February 1, 2013*

This baby is pretty much a hybrid of a tablet, laptop and ultrabook. Its more powerful than a lot of ultrabooks (get the i5 cpu or higher). People complain about all types of things when it comes to electronics and expect a flawless product for the first of its kind. That's not the case with anything that's even remotely complex that is brand new and revolutionary. Yes, there have been tablets that can run windows OSes before but not full fledged versions with this stability. I didn't have any of the issues ppl have mentioned, I guess there was just a few bugs in some of the Twists Lenovo shipped out. Don't expect to play intense video games on here or to run a home music studio out of this thing. It can handle some music production programs (i5) but it takes it about three tries; in other words the music program will freeze 2-3 times before it runs fine. This is not what you want when trying to produce professional sound tracks, video, photos etc. Know what you are buying (the specs) and what they can do for you. The CPU is great and from the best chip maker. The ram, though not upgradeable, is enough to run just about everything. I would avoid streaming more than 5-6 videos at once but only youtube maniacs do that. The sound is ok, tiny little speakers on a tiny computer. The touch screen works great, just tilt it a little farther so it changes orientation when you want it to. The ambient light sensor can be turned off. I figured this out myself. After that, the computer works great. I am even running another Windows system inside of it (Virtual machine). I can play my android games on there too with Bluestacks android emulator :D Make sure you have it on the higher power consuming setting if youre not plugged in to AC to run those goodies. Buy it and enjoy the awesome deal you are getting compared to the Yoga and what Asus is offering!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Windows 8 works best with a touchscreen; ThinkPad Twist is a solid early concept
*by D***. on April 13, 2013*

I've been tracking Windows 8 since the Consumer Preview of 2012. In fact, I installed the CP and the final EOM version on a prior ThinkPad (SL410) shortly after in came out. In a nutshell, Win8 is great once you learn how to mouse to the corners. Why Microsoft felt the need to essentially hide its basic features in corner-spotted contextual menus, I don't know; they have way too much faith in the average user. However, Win8 runs fast, is secure, and the Metro interface is pretty great -- especially for apps like Solitaire, MahJohng, ESPN, Netflix, and KEXP. There's some really cool stuff in the store, much of it that doesn't require a touchscreen. That said, a touchscreen (like the one in the Twist) brings the whole experience alive. Windows 8 is the OS of the future, especially when you see how smoothly you can switch between app-heavy Metro and the traditional desktop experience. Again, I think it takes a bit of an advanced user to understand how to make it all work, but once you do, it's pretty slick. Touching your screen to launch tasks, browse files, and so on, seems so natural that you wonder why it took so long. Combine that with a traditional keyboard (like the Twist) and you've really good a good thing going. So, that's a quick overview of Win8. What about the Twist? Here's a look at the good and bad. The good: * The build quality. The rubberized feel is premium, the screen looks great, the keyboard is amazing, and the whole deal feels nice. It's ThinkPad; you know you're getting quality. * Battery. Others have said it's poor, but I haven't had that experience. Dial down the screen brightness, and you can get a good 4, nearly 5 hours out of this. It's enough for a plane ride; not sure where else you'd go without access to a power cord. Because the screen is so good, you can lower the brightness and still have a good experience. * The hybrid functionality. It's so good! Flipping the screen around and using the Twist as a tablet is a revelation. I use it mostly as a comic book reader, and it's really perfect for that application. (Next step is for Marvel to bring its Marvel Universe app to the Windows Store.) Playing simple games, navigating Metro apps, etc., is really smooth. The weight of the device is such that, for me, it's a pretty good tablet. And when you need to type something long-form, you simply turn the screen around and go at it. It's pretty good. * The weight. Coming from a fivish-pound device, I'm surprised how light this is. Now the not-so-good: * Screen rotation can be iffy. Maybe a driver update can help this out? * Sound is good and loud, but sometimes distorted. Can't tell if this is a source or playback issue. You're not getting premium sound out of this device, to be sure. * The screen is a fingerprint magnet. Nothing that can be done about that, and it's really only noticeable when the screen is off, but there you are. * It'd be nice for a traditional HDMI and more USB ports, but oh well. If you're on the fence, I say go for it. You're not finding a Windows 8 hybrid device anywhere near this price class, and you'll be surprised just how capable this device is. I'm not a gamer, so the 720p and lower specs don't bug me. For what I need to do -- basic browsing, Office, etc. -- this is a really great device.

---

## Why Shop on Desertcart?

- 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016
- 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories
- 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price
- 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members)
- 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection
- ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews

**Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.com.cy/products/1751057-lenovo-thinkpad-twist-s230u-12-5-inch-convertible-2-in](https://www.desertcart.com.cy/products/1751057-lenovo-thinkpad-twist-s230u-12-5-inch-convertible-2-in)

---

*Product available on Desertcart Cyprus*
*Store origin: CY*
*Last updated: 2026-03-09*