Lenovo Googlebook 15 leaks with OLED display and Google's new Aluminium OS
Google is making a clear break from budget Chromebooks. The Lenovo Googlebook 15, one of the first laptops to run Google's new Aluminium OS platform, has leaked with flagship-grade specs and pricing that's expected to land north of $1,500. Pre-orders are set to open September 21, per 9to5Google, and the hardware shown makes it a direct rival to the MacBook Air M3 and ThinkPad X9 15 Aura—not a cheap Chromebook alternative.
The OS
Aluminium OS is Google's unified platform that merges Android and ChromeOS into a single system. Gemini AI is baked in at the OS level, handling everything from contextual suggestions to phone-to-laptop continuity features. A dedicated "G" key between Fn and Alt gives quick access to Gemini or system functions. On-device AI processing means more of your data stays local rather than routed through the cloud—a distinction that matters if privacy is a concern.
The hardware
The 15.3-inch touchscreen OLED panel runs at 2880×1800 with a 120Hz refresh rate, 500-nit peak brightness, and full DCI-P3 color coverage. That display spec alone puts it above most Windows competitors at this price. Inside sits an Intel Core Ultra 5 325 chip with either 16GB or 32GB of LPDDR5x RAM and 256GB or 512GB of storage. Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4 are on board, alongside a 70Wh battery rated for up to 11 hours.
The Lenovo Googlebook 15, as revealed in promo images leaked by Evan Blass. Source: @_evanblass_
Despite the screen size, the Googlebook 15 keeps its weight to 1.29 kg and thickness to 16mm—lighter than many 15-inch Windows laptops. Ports cover both sides: two Thunderbolt 4, one USB-A 3.2, HDMI 2.0, and a 3.5mm headphone jack. The lid carries a Glowbar LED strip that shows charging status at a glance—a small but practical touch.
The 5MP webcam above the display supports facial recognition and includes a physical privacy shutter. The large 150×95mm haptic touchpad and a backlit keyboard round out the input options.
The ask
Engadget notes this is a decidedly premium Googlebook—more expensive than any Chromebook before it. Lenovo is also bundling an AI Mouse (exact features still unannounced), Lenovo E310 wireless headphones, and a 540 Convertible Tote bag in optional kit configurations. Whether buyers will pay MacBook Air prices for an unfamiliar OS is the real question. Aluminium OS hasn't had a broad consumer launch yet, and Lenovo's branding rather than Google's own name on the lid may slow recognition. Official pricing will be confirmed around Google's September 15 preview event.