Lenovo Legion GovsLenovo IdeaPad Slim 3

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Lenovo
Lenovo Legion Go
Legion Go

Quick Stats

The Lenovo Legion Go delivers impressive performance with its AMD processor and Radeon Graphics, handling demanding games well.
The Lenovo Legion Go's solid build quality is a notable aspect, despite its heavier weight overall.
The Lenovo Legion Go's display shines with QHD+ resolution, but lacks content to fully utilize its capabilities effectively.
The Lenovo Legion Go features a powerful combination of display, controllers, and storage options with high refresh rate.
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.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
Lenovo Legion Go
Winner
#505
Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3
#510
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Lenovo Legion Go
#340
Winner
Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3
#652
Display
Lenovo Legion Go
#446
Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3
#115
Winner
Performance
Lenovo Legion Go
#420
Winner
Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3
#653
Build
Lenovo Legion Go
#45
Winner
Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3
#699
Features
Lenovo Legion Go
#854
Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3
#534
Winner

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Lenovo Lenovo Legion Go
Lenovo Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3
up to 16GB
up to 16GB
up to 2000GB SSD
up to 1000GB SSD
AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme
Intel Core i7-1355U
AMD Radeon 780M
Intel UHD Graphics (Alder Lake, 64EU)
1x 2242 M.2 NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 See photo
1x 2242 M.2 NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 See photo

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Lenovo Legion Go

Strengths

The massive 8.8 in screen makes it the largest in the handheld Market currently, and the display is a standard feature at QHD+ resolution and 144 HZ refresh rate.
The detachable controllers can double as a vertical Mouse when magnetically attached to the dock, making it perfect for games like Counter Strike or Call of Duty.
The kickstand is a great feature that allows you to set the device down on the table and free your hands to do other things.
The Legion Space software has received an update making it feel less clunky than before, and serves as the hub for all your installed games and settings.
The 16 GB of lpddr5 X Ram along with up to 1 TV of SSD storage makes it one of the most powerful handhelds on the market right now.
The device's design is ergonomic and comfortable to hold, making it perfect for daily gaming sessions.

Weaknesses

The weight of the device (854 G) may be a significant drawback for some users, especially when compared to other handheld devices like Asus R Alli and Nintendo Switch.
The battery life during continuous gaming is about 1.5 to 2 hours, which feels a bit short for my liking.
The device's fans can get quite loud while keeping the console's temperature in check.
The screen resolution is not fully utilized by the tech on the device, resulting in most content being displayed at lower resolutions than QHD+.
The speakers are only watch stereo speakers located at the top and tend to diffuse the sound forward-facing speakers would have been ideal.
The device can heat up quite a bit during heavy use, but no significant thermal throttling was experienced.

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.
Read Full Reviews

Lenovo Legion Go

The Lenovo Legion Go handheld gaming PC has arrived in India, boasting impressive specs and a hefty price tag of nearly 90,000 rupees. Powered by an AMD Z1 extreme processor and Radeon Graphics, this device claims to be one of the most powerful on the market. With its massive 8.8-inch screen, detachable controllers, and kickstand, it's designed for comfort and portability. But can it deliver on performance and battery life? This review will put the Legion Go through its paces to find out if it's a must-have or just too expensive.

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?

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