Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3ivsLenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 3

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Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3i
IdeaPad Slim 3i

Quick Stats

The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3i's performance is a mixed bag, handling basics with ease but struggling with demands.
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3i's build is somewhat flimsy, but manages to be decent at a reasonable price.
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3i's display offers excellent value and vibrant visuals at an affordable price point.
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3i boasts an 11th Gen Intel Core i3 processor and 256GB SSD storage.
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Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 3
ThinkPad L14 Gen 3

Quick Stats

The Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 3 delivers mixed results in terms of performance.
The Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 3 boasts a sturdy build with excellent protection against daily wear and tear.
The Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 3's display is suitable for everyday use, but lacks color accuracy and creativity.
The Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 3 boasts a keyboard with long key travel and clicky feedback prominently.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3i
#466
Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 3
Winner
#464
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3i
#560
Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 3
#96
Winner
Display
Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3i
#139
Winner
Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 3
#517
Performance
Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3i
#628
Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 3
#570
Winner
Build
Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3i
#755
Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 3
#320
Winner
Features
Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3i
#573
Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 3
#536
Winner

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Lenovo Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3i
Lenovo Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 3
up to 16GB
up to 64GB
up to 2000GB SSD
up to 1024GB SSD
Intel Core i7-1355U
Intel Core i5-1235U
Intel UHD Graphics Xe G4 (48EU)
Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 (80EU)

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3i

Strengths

You always get one nice thing on the laptop but not all the nice things that you get on a more expensive one so for this one the nice thing is the touch panel here it looks very very nice for a lowcost device
The performance isn't bad here either although again we're struggling a bit with only 8 gabt of ram when we've got higher end tasks that we might want to do on it
It's one of those typical trade-offs you have to consider when you are shopping for a lowcost laptop
If you were looking to run an alternative operating system this might be something to consider for that especially given its price point

Weaknesses

No specific cons listed for this device

Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 3

Strengths

The company makes good devices at all price points
Most of their offerings have been great
The laptop excels at its job as a mid-range office device
The keyboard has Long Key travel, clicky feedback, backlight, and spill resistance
The touch pad is smooth and accurate
The device is an input/output champ with multiple ports
The battery life lasts for 11 hours and 15 minutes of web browsing or 10 hours and 18 minutes of video playback

Weaknesses

There have been some stumbles, looking at you IdeaPad gaming 3i
The display isn't suitable for professional work with colors
It has a relatively low brightness of 262 nits
The laptop performs significantly less compared to other laptops with the Core i5 1235u
The cooling is very simple and might not be sufficient in demanding situations
The laptop gets outperformed when put against its competitors
The display has a relatively low sRGB coverage of 53%
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Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3i

The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3i is a budget-friendly laptop that offers a unique set of trade-offs for its price tag. With a sleek touch panel display, decent performance, and a reasonable price point, it's an attractive option for those on a tight budget. However, compromises are made elsewhere, such as limited RAM (8GB) and no upgradable storage, which may hinder more demanding tasks like gaming or video editing. Despite this, the Slim 3i remains a solid choice for basic productivity needs, making it worth considering for those seeking an affordable laptop solution.

Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 3

The Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 3 is a mid-range office device that excels at its job. With multiple configurations available, users can choose from aluminum or plastic lids and plastic or carbon fiber bases. The laptop's design is unremarkable but durable, weighing 1.39kg with a profile of 19.8mm. It features a keyboard, touchpad, and trackpoint, as well as an impressive array of ports, including USB Type-A, Thunderbolt 4, and HDMI 2.1.

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