Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3vsLenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 1

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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 ThinkPad T14 Gen 1
ThinkPad T14 Gen 1

Quick Stats

The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 1 delivers decent performance for everyday tasks and moderate use cases effectively.
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 1 boasts a sturdy, robust build quality that exudes reliability and professionalism always.
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 1's IPS display offers excellent color accuracy and sharp visuals always.
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 1 offers superior performance with AMD CPU options available alongside Intel.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3
#512
Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 1
Winner
#509
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3
#551
Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 1
#199
Winner
Display
Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3
#263
Winner
Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 1
#736
Performance
Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3
#572
Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 1
#536
Winner
Build
Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3
#721
Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 1
#317
Winner
Features
Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3
#551
Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 1
#529
Winner

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Lenovo Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3
Lenovo Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 1
up to 24GB
up to 48GB
up to 1000GB SSD
up to 2000GB SSD + up to 512GB HDD
Intel Core i5-12450H
Intel Core i7-10750H
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Ti (Laptop, 85W)
NVIDIA GeForce MX330 (2GB GDDR5, 25W)

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 ThinkPad T14 Gen 1

Strengths

No specific pros listed for this device

Weaknesses

No specific cons listed for this device

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 ThinkPad T14 Gen 1

The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 1 is a reliable and feature-rich laptop that caters to the needs of engineers and developers. With its compact 14in screen, numerous connectors, including an Ethernet port and Thunderbolt 3, and upgradeable RAM and NVME SSD drive, this laptop offers flexibility and durability. Its good battery life, decent speakers, and robust keyboard make it a great option for those seeking a dependable work companion. A closer look at its strengths and weaknesses reveals an exceptional value for its price, making it a worthwhile consideration for those in the market for a reliable business laptop.

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