Huawei MateBook D 16vsLenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 3

We compare these two popular phones to help you decide which one fits your needs and budget better.

Huawei
Huawei MateBook D 16
MateBook D 16

Quick Stats

The Huawei MateBook D 16 delivers solid performance despite thermal throttling issues affecting demanding tasks slightly.
The Huawei MateBook D 16's exceptional build quality makes it a standout device overall.
The Huawei MateBook D 16 boasts an impressive display with great screen quality overall.
The Huawei MateBook D 16 boasts impressive features, including a powerful Intel Core i7 processor and OLED display prominently.
Lenovo
Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 3
ThinkPad L14 Gen 3

Quick Stats

The Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 3 delivers mixed results in terms of performance.
The Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 3 boasts a sturdy build with excellent protection against daily wear and tear.
The Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 3's display is suitable for everyday use, but lacks color accuracy and creativity.
The Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 3 boasts a keyboard with long key travel and clicky feedback prominently.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
Huawei MateBook D 16
Winner
#459
Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 3
#464
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Huawei MateBook D 16
#178
Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 3
#96
Winner
Display
Huawei MateBook D 16
#235
Winner
Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 3
#517
Performance
Huawei MateBook D 16
#561
Winner
Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 3
#570
Build
Huawei MateBook D 16
#676
Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 3
#320
Winner
Features
Huawei MateBook D 16
#467
Winner
Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 3
#536

Note: Lower rank number indicates a better position in category.

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Huawei Huawei MateBook D 16
Lenovo Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 3
up to 16GB
up to 64GB
up to 1024GB SSD
up to 1024GB SSD
Intel Core i9-13900H
Intel Core i5-1235U
Intel UHD Graphics Xe G4 (48EU)
Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 (80EU)

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Huawei MateBook D 16

Strengths

The build quality is very good, with a solid construction and minimal flex in the lid.
The keyboard is backlit and has a great typing experience, making it perfect for long writing sessions or video editing work.
The touchpad is great, with accurate tracking and a smooth surface.
The screen is really good, with vivid colors and deep blacks that make it ideal for watching movies or browsing the web.
The webcam is very good, with clear and detailed images that are comparable to more expensive laptops like the MateBook X Pro series.
The microphones are also very good, picking up even the slightest sounds and making them sound crisp and clear.
The battery life is decent, lasting for 6 hours and 55 minutes on a single charge under light usage.

Weaknesses

The laptop doesn't have Thunderbolt 4, which might be a deal-breaker for some users who rely on this feature for their workflow.
It uses last-gen hardware components, such as DDR4 RAM and a PCIe 3.0 SSD, which might not be ideal for demanding tasks like video editing or gaming.
The laptop throttles when pushed to its limits in Performance mode, resulting in reduced performance due to thermal issues.
The fan noise is noticeable under full load, which might be distracting for some users who prefer silence while working.
There were issues with the touchpad drivers running Linux on the MateBook D 16, which might be a problem for users who want to dual-boot their laptop.
The battery life takes a hit when running demanding tasks or gaming, reducing the overall lifespan of the battery.
Older titles like Counter-Strike and Half-Life 2 will still run smoothly, but more demanding games might not perform as well due to the Intel Iris Xe graphics.

Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 3

Strengths

The company makes good devices at all price points
Most of their offerings have been great
The laptop excels at its job as a mid-range office device
The keyboard has Long Key travel, clicky feedback, backlight, and spill resistance
The touch pad is smooth and accurate
The device is an input/output champ with multiple ports
The battery life lasts for 11 hours and 15 minutes of web browsing or 10 hours and 18 minutes of video playback

Weaknesses

There have been some stumbles, looking at you IdeaPad gaming 3i
The display isn't suitable for professional work with colors
It has a relatively low brightness of 262 nits
The laptop performs significantly less compared to other laptops with the Core i5 1235u
The cooling is very simple and might not be sufficient in demanding situations
The laptop gets outperformed when put against its competitors
The display has a relatively low sRGB coverage of 53%
Read Full Reviews

Huawei MateBook D 16

The Huawei MateBook D 16 is a versatile 16-inch laptop that packs impressive features into its compact form factor. Weighing in at just 1.7 kilograms, this device boasts a great balance between portability and performance. With a crisp 15.6-inch display, snappy keyboard, and powerful Intel Core i7 processor, the MateBook D 16 is poised to deliver on both productivity and entertainment fronts. But can it live up to its promise? Our review delves into the details to find out.

Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 3

The Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 3 is a mid-range office device that excels at its job. With multiple configurations available, users can choose from aluminum or plastic lids and plastic or carbon fiber bases. The laptop's design is unremarkable but durable, weighing 1.39kg with a profile of 19.8mm. It features a keyboard, touchpad, and trackpoint, as well as an impressive array of ports, including USB Type-A, Thunderbolt 4, and HDMI 2.1.

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