Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3vsLenovo IdeaPad Slim 3

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Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3
IdeaPad Gaming 3

Quick Stats

The Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 delivers impressive performance, despite being a budget laptop, consistently running demanding games smoothly.
The Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 boasts a sturdy build with plenty of ports available.
The Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3's display is decent but lacks brightness, making it hard to use in well-lit areas.
The Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 boasts a 120Hz refresh rate screen, awesome keyboard, and numerous ports.
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Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3
IdeaPad Slim 3

Quick Stats

The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 delivers decent performance for its price point overall.
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 has decent but not exceptional build quality for its price point overall.
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 boasts an impressive full HD OLED display with vibrant colors and brightness.
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 features a full HD OLED panel and multiple USB ports with an SD slot.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3
#512
Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3
Winner
#510
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3
#551
Winner
Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3
#652
Display
Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3
#263
Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3
#115
Winner
Performance
Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3
#572
Winner
Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3
#653
Build
Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3
#721
Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3
#699
Winner
Features
Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3
#551
Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3
#534
Winner

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Lenovo Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3
Lenovo Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3
up to 24GB
up to 16GB
up to 1000GB SSD
up to 1000GB SSD
Intel Core i5-12450H
Intel Core i7-1355U
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Ti (Laptop, 85W)
Intel UHD Graphics (Alder Lake, 64EU)
N/A
1x 2242 M.2 NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 See photo

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3

Strengths

It's fast
It's powerful
It's portable
The laptop can run anything you could throw at it, even intense games with lowered settings
My Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 is still no slouch and literally runs everything I throw at it
Upgrading the RAM gave me a great performance boost
I'm thoroughly impressed with this laptop

Weaknesses

The brightness of the laptop screen is just not that bright, can't be used in a sunny day
Battery life doesn't last longer than 4 hours
512 GB storage for a gaming laptop is not enough, quickly gets filled up by downloading games
Occasionally experiences slow boot-up times due to age
Not having matching RAM sticks caused uneven performance and safety issues
Can get hot if not properly ventilated
Suffers from scratches, bumps, and bruises after 2 years of use

Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3

Strengths

A decent laptop with a clean, sleek design that looks similar to the MacBook Pro 14.
The color is quite similar to the MacBook Pro 14, and the rounded corner look kind of alike.
The overall build quality is just okay, but for a $700 US laptop, it's not bad at all.
The lid cover is made of aluminum, and the edges are nicely rounded, which is a great job by Lenovo.
The OLED panel has more vibrant colors, good clarity, and up to 400 nits of brightness.
Typing experience on this laptop feels good, with large key caps and a slight curve.
Multitasking is very comfortable, thanks to the Intel Core i5 13420H processor and 16 GB of memory.

Weaknesses

The chassis is made of plastic, which can feel cheap and flimsy.
There are leftover plastic bits along the edges, which detract from the overall build quality.
The keyboard doesn't feel solid like the aluminum one on higher-end models.
None of the connections support high-speed data transfer, as both USB-A and USB-C ports are limited to 5 GB/s.
The speaker volume is kind of low, even at full volume, making it difficult to hear in a small room.
The audio quality is average and sounds flat compared to other laptops.
Battery life is just about 4 hours and 30 minutes, which may not be sufficient for long trips or extended use.
Read Full Reviews

Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3

The Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 - a budget-friendly laptop that punches above its weight. Priced to impress, this gaming machine delivers a powerful performance, despite being on the older side. With a 120Hz refresh rate screen and an impressive keyboard, it's hard not to be excited about its specs. But how well does it hold up two years down the line? This review delves into its performance, pros, and cons to give you a comprehensive picture.

Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3

The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 is a budget-friendly laptop that's hard to ignore, especially with its sleek design resembling the MacBook Pro 14. Priced around $700, this laptop boasts a consistent thickness, smooth curves, and premium build quality for an entry-level price point. With a full HD OLED panel, decent performance CPU, and comfortable typing experience, it's clear why this is one of Lenovo's bestselling models. But does its affordability come at the cost of compromises in other areas?

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