Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3ivsLenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable Gen 2

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Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3i
IdeaPad Gaming 3i

Quick Stats

The Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3i delivers respectable performance, especially with CPU-intensive games running smoothly at high settings.
The Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3i's build quality is decent, offering a sturdy laptop despite some design flaws.
The Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3i's display offers a smooth gaming experience with high refresh rate and respectable resolution.
The Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3i offers high-end ports, great keyboard, and decent battery life as key features.
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Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable Gen 2
ThinkPad X12 Detachable Gen 2

Quick Stats

The Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable Gen 2 delivers impressive performance for daily tasks with minimal lag ever.
The Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable Gen 2 boasts an exceptional build quality, perfect for mobility without sacrificing durability.
The Full HD display provides perfect crispness for its screen size, prioritizing battery life over higher resolution.
The Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable Gen 2 boasts impressive features including USB 4 ports and a keyboard, pen combo.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3i
#420
Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable Gen 2
Winner
#415
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3i
#550
Winner
Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable Gen 2
#649
Display
Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3i
#262
Winner
Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable Gen 2
#448
Performance
Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3i
#474
Winner
Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable Gen 2
#562
Build
Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3i
#714
Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable Gen 2
#50
Winner
Features
Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3i
#548
Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable Gen 2
#472
Winner

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Lenovo Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3i
Lenovo Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable Gen 2
up to 16GB
up to 32GB
up to 1000GB SSD
up to 1000GB SSD
Intel Core i7-12700H
Intel Core Ultra 7 164U
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Ti (Laptop, 85W)
Intel Graphics (4-Cores)

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3i

Strengths

The laptop has a relatively cheap design, but Lenovo gives you maximum utility with the gaming 3i.
The keyboard is great and essential for a comfortable experience.
The display focuses on what gamers care about most, which is a high refresh rate (60Hz) and a respectable resolution (1920x1080).
The laptop's general performance and thermals are quite respectable.

Weaknesses

The design build is relatively cheap and finicky.
Color scaling on the display is very poor.
Battery life is pretty average.
The speakers are pretty underwhelming and sound flat.

Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable Gen 2

Strengths

No specific pros listed for this device

Weaknesses

No specific cons listed for this device

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Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3i

The Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3i is an entry-level gaming laptop that aims to provide a comfortable gaming experience without breaking the bank. With a 12th generation i7 chip and up to 8GB RAM, it's capable of handling demanding games like Doom Eternal and Guild Wars 2 at high settings. However, compromises are made elsewhere, including poor color scaling and average battery life.

Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable Gen 2

The Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable Gen 2 offers a compelling alternative to Microsoft's Surface Pro 11. This compact tablet boasts a crisp full HD display, an Intel Ultra 5 U-series processor, and up to 16GB of RAM. With its detachable keyboard and stylus, it provides a seamless typing and creative experience. Battery life is impressive, with over 12 hours of use, making it an attractive option for those seeking a mobile workspace solution. But how does it stack up against the Surface Pro?

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