Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3vsLenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 1

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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 ThinkPad T14s Gen 1
ThinkPad T14s Gen 1

Quick Stats

The Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 1 delivers solid performance suitable for everyday tasks, but may lack for demanding apps.
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 1 boasts a solid and robust build quality with impressive attention to detail.
The display is a highlight of the Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 1 with crisp and vibrant colors.
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 1 boasts a compact size, high-quality chassis and decent battery life overall.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3
#510
Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 1
Winner
#508
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3
#652
Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 1
#198
Winner
Display
Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3
#115
Winner
Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 1
#515
Performance
Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3
#653
Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 1
#622
Winner
Build
Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3
#699
Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 1
#316
Winner
Features
Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3
#534
Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 1
#528
Winner

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Lenovo Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3
Lenovo Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 1
up to 16GB
up to 40GB
up to 1000GB SSD
up to 4000GB SSD
Intel Core i7-1355U
Intel Core i7-10610U
Intel UHD Graphics (Alder Lake, 64EU)
Intel UHD Graphics
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 ThinkPad T14s Gen 1

Strengths

This laptop has a compact size and light weight, making it easy to carry around.
The keyboard is comfortable and a trademark of all ThinkPads.
There is a trackpad as usual and also there is Thunderbolt 3, which is an advantage compared to previous models such as the t490s.
Ubuntu handles well on this system, with good hardware support and no driver issues.

Weaknesses

No specific cons listed for this device

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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 ThinkPad T14s Gen 1

The Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 1 is a compact and lightweight laptop designed for easy portability. While its small size comes with some trade-offs, such as soldered RAM and no Ethernet port, it also boasts a rigid and high-quality chassis, good battery life, and comfortable keyboard. With Wi-Fi 6, Thunderbolt 3, and a camera shutter, this laptop checks many boxes for those seeking a practical work or travel companion. Let's dive into the details of its advantages and disadvantages in this review.

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