Lenovo IdeaPad 3 ChromebookvsHP Pavilion x360 11

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Lenovo
Lenovo IdeaPad 3 Chromebook
IdeaPad 3 Chromebook

Quick Stats

The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 Chromebook's average performance is typical for a budget Chromebook with Intel Celeron processors overall.
The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 Chromebook's build is satisfactory and sturdy, justifying its budget-friendly price of $250.
The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 Chromebook's display is subpar and a major letdown for extended viewing periods.
The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 Chromebook features a simple setup process and quick boot up time.
HP
HP Pavilion x360 11
Pavilion x360 11

Quick Stats

The HP Pavilion x360 11 performs adequately for light-duty tasks due to its processor and graphics capabilities.
HP excels in design and build quality, offering a premium feel at an affordable price point overall.
The HP Pavilion x360 11's display offers good colors and crisp visuals, but lacks exceptional brightness levels sometimes.
The HP Pavilion x360 11 boasts an Intel Pentium N3520 processor, 4GB RAM, and 500GB hard drive.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
Lenovo IdeaPad 3 Chromebook
#842
HP Pavilion x360 11
Winner
#839
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Lenovo IdeaPad 3 Chromebook
#524
Winner
HP Pavilion x360 11
#853
Display
Lenovo IdeaPad 3 Chromebook
#866
HP Pavilion x360 11
#677
Winner
Performance
Lenovo IdeaPad 3 Chromebook
#844
HP Pavilion x360 11
#805
Winner
Build
Lenovo IdeaPad 3 Chromebook
#268
HP Pavilion x360 11
#206
Winner
Features
Lenovo IdeaPad 3 Chromebook
#766
HP Pavilion x360 11
#740
Winner

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Lenovo Lenovo IdeaPad 3 Chromebook
HP HP Pavilion x360 11
up to 8GB
up to 16GB
up to 128GB SSD
up to 1000GB SSD + up to 1000GB HDD
Intel Pentium Silver N6000
Intel Pentium Silver N5030
Intel UHD Graphics 600
Intel UHD Graphics 605

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Lenovo IdeaPad 3 Chromebook

Strengths

The ideapad 3 provides you with 2 usb c ports, 2 usb a ports, a headphone jack, and a micro sd card reader... It's definitely refreshing to see a usbc on a $250 laptop.
You'll get solid battery life here if you literally use this for web browsing on chrome os as it was intended for. However, if you use this laptop for entertainment purposes, I was able to squeeze roughly 45 hours running a game non-stop off the plug... that's not too bad.
The typing experience is satisfactory, thanks to a large comfortable key layout. The keycaps don't give off that mushy feel that many laptops in the budget range of yesteryear are known for.
The addition of a micro sd card slot helps alleviate the minuscule 32 gigabytes of on-board storage.
It's constructed from plastic and deceptively large, but seems well put together.
If you're looking to use this laptop only for its intended purpose (web browsing), it is very much a serviceable machine.

Weaknesses

The trackpad isn't quite precise enough to be reliable to use... I found myself having to subconsciously target what I'm clicking on more than usual.
The speakers are down-facing and sound muffled, with a kind of archaic tone. You can tell Lenovo didn't put a lot of value into audio reproduction here.
Don't expect much from the 720p webcam... you'll have to rely on your own beauty to impress your co-workers or classmates instead of placing your trust on the capabilities of this camera.
The budget for this laptop is very tight, and it shows in some areas. Unless you can add $25 to your budget, I highly recommend looking into other options.
It's not an ideal computing machine... You'll just have to stomach looking at it.
The display isn't mentioned anywhere as a strong point of the laptop.

HP Pavilion x360 11

Strengths

The laptop features a stunning design in smoked silver with an aluminum brush-like finish.
HP did an excellent job in terms of design and build quality, especially at this price point.
The touchscreen performance on this panel has been very good considering its price point.
The display offers decent brightness levels for the most part, although some images look washed out compared to other panels I've tested.
Typing on this keyboard has been pretty good considering its small footprint and size is it a very good keyboard know but who would expect that an 11-in laptop
The trackpad on this laptop has been phenomenal whether browsing the web or navigating the Windows 8 menu.
Battery life has been good, with around 3-4 hours of usage on a single charge.
The Beats Audio speakers sound pretty impressive for their size and once you get The Equalizer adjusted you'll enjoy enjoy the sound quality from these speakers

Weaknesses

Some images look washed out compared to other panels I've tested.
The brightness levels on this LED backlit display were not as good as expected.
The ergonomics in tablet mode were not as comfortable compared to the Lenovo Yoga series.
I wish HP made the bezels on the top and bottom line up together that would have made it more comfortable than using tablet mode
For light duty games, you can expect to play titles like Counterstrike World of Warcraft and Minecraft on low settings, but not many high-end games like Call of Duty and Battlefield 4.
The key travel is decent, but not impressive for an Island-style keyboard.
Fan noise was only noticeable during heavy usage.
The Intel penum n3520 processor may not be suitable for more demanding tasks or games.
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Lenovo IdeaPad 3 Chromebook

The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 Chromebook is an affordable option that has benefited from the pandemic's surge in demand for remote work and learning tools. With its price point of $250, this budget-friendly laptop offers decent performance and a range of ports, including USB-C and USB-A. While it may not excel in areas like display quality or audio capabilities, it remains a serviceable machine for basic computing tasks.

HP Pavilion x360 11

The HP Pavilion x360 is an 11.6-inch touchscreen laptop that offers a unique blend of portability and versatility. This 2-in-1 device features multiple modes, including laptop, stand, tent, and tablet configurations, making it ideal for users who want to switch between different work or entertainment styles. Powered by an Intel Pentium N3520 processor, this laptop provides solid performance for light-duty applications, such as word processing, browsing, and streaming.

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