Lenovo ThinkBook Plus Gen 3vsLenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3

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Lenovo
Lenovo ThinkBook Plus Gen 3
ThinkBook Plus Gen 3

Quick Stats

The Lenovo ThinkBook Plus Gen 3's performance underwhelmed despite its powerful CPU and modern Intel Iris XE graphics.
The Lenovo ThinkBook Plus Gen 3 has a solid build quality, with a sturdy metal bottom cover design.
The Lenovo ThinkBook Plus Gen 3 features a dual-screen setup for seamless multitasking capabilities.
The Lenovo ThinkBook Plus Gen 3 features up to 32GB RAM, Intel Iris XE graphics, and Wi-Fi 6E.
Lenovo
Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3
ThinkPad L15 Gen 3

Quick Stats

The Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 delivers decent performance, but CPU power drops under prolonged loads.
The Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 boasts an impressively durable build that defies expectations.
The Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3's display falls short with poor brightness and subpar color accuracy overall.
The Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 features a clicky keyboard with backlight and spill resistance primarily.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
Lenovo ThinkBook Plus Gen 3
#377
Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3
Winner
#375
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Lenovo ThinkBook Plus Gen 3
#834
Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3
#104
Winner
Display
Lenovo ThinkBook Plus Gen 3
#144
Winner
Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3
#322
Performance
Lenovo ThinkBook Plus Gen 3
#574
Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3
#438
Winner
Build
Lenovo ThinkBook Plus Gen 3
#767
Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3
#715
Winner
Features
Lenovo ThinkBook Plus Gen 3
#128
Winner
Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3
#549

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Lenovo Lenovo ThinkBook Plus Gen 3
Lenovo Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3
up to 32GB
up to 64GB
up to 1000GB SSD
up to 2000GB SSD
Intel Core i7-12700H
Intel Core i7-1260P
Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 (96EU)
Intel UHD Graphics Xe G4 (48EU)
N/A
1x 2242 M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 See photo

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Lenovo ThinkBook Plus Gen 3

Strengths

The laptop is relatively light, weighing only 4.4 pounds (2 kilograms)
It has a decent cooling solution considering there's no dedicated graphics
The stereo Harman Kardon speakers sound pretty good and have some bass
The battery life is around 5.56 hours on a charge for moderate to light work
It comes with a Thunderbolt 4 port, two USB-A ports, HDMI, and a second USBC 3.2 Gen 2 slot
The laptop has Intel Wi-Fi 6E with Bluetooth 5.2, which is an AX211 card

Weaknesses

The laptop's performance didn't match up well to other laptops with the same CPU in benchmarking tests
The fans can get pretty loud when running demanding applications or benchmarks
The RAM is soldered on and cannot be upgraded, which may be a concern for heavy users
The SSD is not top-of-the-line but is still decent and upgradable
Battery life is not spectacular due to the 70Wh battery and high-resolution internal display
There's no room for upgradeable components, making it feel more like an Ultrabook than a mobile workstation

Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3

Strengths

The laptop's durability is impressive, with a sturdy lid and base that show no flex.
The keyboard is phenomenal, with long key travel, clicky feedback, backlight, and spill resistance.
The input/output options are extensive, covering the left, right, and back sides of the laptop.
The laptop has good battery life, lasting 8 hours and 47 minutes in web browsing or 8 hours and 13 minutes in video playback.
The Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 squeezes out a higher Cinebench score than the HP EliteBook, despite carrying the same Core i5 1235U.
The laptop is upgradable with two SO-DIMM slots for DDR4 memory as well as one M.2 slot for generation 4 SSDs.

Weaknesses

The laptop's build quality could be improved, relying on plastic instead of metal chassis like some other brands.
The lid cannot be opened with one hand, which may not inspire confidence in a laptop of this price range.
The display has limited brightness, reaching only 256 nits at its peak.
The display's color coverage is subpar, reaching only 54% of the sRGB gamut.
The display's accuracy is also compromised, with some drifting in our design and gaming profile.
The battery life may not be enough to last through a whole workday's worth of mixed use for heavy users.
Read Full Reviews

Lenovo ThinkBook Plus Gen 3

The Lenovo ThinkBook Plus Gen 3 is an intriguing laptop that blends creative and multimedia features with portable convenience. Its standout feature is the built-in 15.6-inch display on the side, perfect for color-noting or browsing while working on a main project. With a 12th-gen CPU and Intel Iris Xe graphics, it's designed to balance performance and power consumption. This review will examine its strengths and weaknesses, exploring whether this unique design makes it a must-have for creatives and commuters alike.

Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3

In a market dominated by reliable yet unremarkable business laptops, Lenovo's ThinkPad L15 Generation 3 aims to shake things up. This machine boasts a sturdy plastic build that belies its durability, a classic design with a black finish, and a feature-rich spec sheet. But does it truly challenge the likes of HP EliteBook 650 G9? We dive into the details to see if this ThinkPad is more than just another safe bet for business users.

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