Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3vsLenovo ThinkBook 15 Gen 4

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Lenovo
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.
Lenovo
Lenovo ThinkBook 15 Gen 4
ThinkBook 15 Gen 4

Quick Stats

The Lenovo ThinkBook 15 Gen 4 delivers seamless multitasking and effortless performance with its powerful Intel i7 processor.
The Lenovo ThinkBook 15 Gen 4 boasts premium and durable build quality overall.
The Lenovo ThinkBook 15 Gen 4's display offers excellent readability despite some trade-off in color accuracy.
The Lenovo ThinkBook 15 Gen 4 offers impressive features including a Thunderbolt 4 port and Wi-Fi 6 connectivity.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3
Winner
#510
Lenovo ThinkBook 15 Gen 4
#511
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3
#652
Lenovo ThinkBook 15 Gen 4
#103
Winner
Display
Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3
#115
Winner
Lenovo ThinkBook 15 Gen 4
#520
Performance
Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3
#653
Lenovo ThinkBook 15 Gen 4
#540
Winner
Build
Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3
#699
Winner
Lenovo ThinkBook 15 Gen 4
#713
Features
Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3
#534
Winner
Lenovo ThinkBook 15 Gen 4
#547

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Lenovo Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3
Lenovo Lenovo ThinkBook 15 Gen 4
up to 16GB
up to 40GB
up to 1000GB SSD
up to 4000GB SSD + up to 160GB HDD
Intel Core i7-1355U
AMD Ryzen 7 5825U
Intel UHD Graphics (Alder Lake, 64EU)
AMD Radeon RX Vega 8 (R4000/5000, 15W)
1x 2242 M.2 NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 See photo
N/A

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

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.

Lenovo ThinkBook 15 Gen 4

Strengths

The Lenovo ThinkBook 15 Gen 4 has a sleek and powerful design that's perfect for professionals, students, and anyone who needs reliable performance.
It comes with impressive specs like an Intel Core i7 processor, 40GB of RAM, and a speedy 1TB SSD, making it ideal for demanding workloads.
The keyboard and trackpad feel very premium, with comfortable typing and a smooth, accurate touchpad experience.
The laptop has excellent connectivity options, including Thunderbolt 4, an Ethernet port, and Wi-Fi 6, ensuring stable internet connections.

Weaknesses

The display is not as color-accurate or vibrant as more expensive Ultrabooks, making it less ideal for professional photo or video editing.
The integrated graphics are sufficient only for everyday tasks and light gaming, but won't handle demanding 3D workloads or AAA games.
Battery life falls short of ultra-portables, lasting around 6 to 8 hours under normal use.
While portable, the laptop is still a 15.6-inch device, making it less suitable for frequent travelers who need an ultra-compact model.
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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?

Lenovo ThinkBook 15 Gen 4

The Lenovo ThinkBook 15 Gen 4 is a powerhouse business laptop designed for professionals and students who demand reliability and performance. With its sleek gray aluminum chassis, impressive Intel Core i7 processor, and generous 40 GB of RAM, it excels at multitasking and heavy workloads. Add to that a stunning 15.6" full HD anti-glare display, speedy 1 TB SSD, and array of premium features, and you have a laptop that's perfect for those who value productivity above all else.

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