Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3vsLenovo IdeaPad 5 2-in-1

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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.
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Lenovo IdeaPad 5 2-in-1
IdeaPad 5 2-in-1

Quick Stats

The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 2-in-1 delivers impressive performance with strong results in gaming and content creation workloads easily.
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 2-in-1's build feels premium and sturdy, with a solid overall design quality.
The display has good quality but limited color accuracy and brightness, making it decent for general use purposes.
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 2-in-1 features a convertible design and powerful AMD Ryzen processor capabilities.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3
#375
Lenovo IdeaPad 5 2-in-1
Winner
#370
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3
#104
Lenovo IdeaPad 5 2-in-1
#89
Winner
Display
Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3
#322
Lenovo IdeaPad 5 2-in-1
#101
Winner
Performance
Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3
#438
Winner
Lenovo IdeaPad 5 2-in-1
#619
Build
Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3
#715
Lenovo IdeaPad 5 2-in-1
#684
Winner
Features
Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3
#549
Lenovo IdeaPad 5 2-in-1
#501
Winner

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Lenovo Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3
Lenovo Lenovo IdeaPad 5 2-in-1
up to 64GB
up to 16GB
up to 2000GB SSD
up to 2048GB SSD
Intel Core i7-1260P
Intel Core 7 150U
Intel UHD Graphics Xe G4 (48EU)
Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 (96EU)
1x 2242 M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 See photo
1x 2242 M.2 NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

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.

Lenovo IdeaPad 5 2-in-1

Strengths

The laptop's body is made from good-quality plastic with no cheapness in design, giving it a premium feel.
The keyboard has a white backlight and overall feel is good, even if keys are slightly small for those with big hands.
The performance of the laptop is managed perfectly, with great heat management, making it suitable for general usage, writing articles, etc.
The battery life is amazing, lasting up to 8 hours on a single charge, and the charger is also compact and portable.

Weaknesses

The speakers are not that great but good enough for watching movies without any problem.
The webcam quality is only 1080p resolution, which may not be impressive compared to other laptops.
There's no mention of the laptop being suitable for gaming, and it's explicitly mentioned as a laptop for general usage.
No information on storage capacity or type beyond mentioning that 16 GB version is worth the extra cost.
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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.

Lenovo IdeaPad 5 2-in-1

The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 2-in-1 is a versatile laptop that seamlessly converts into a tablet. Ideal for students or professionals in education, such as teachers and university instructors, this convertible laptop offers excellent value for its price. With a robust AMD Ryzen 7 processor, 16 GB of RAM, and a 14-inch touchscreen display, it's a powerful tool for everyday use. I'll be putting this laptop through its paces to see if it lives up to its promise as one of the best laptops under $600.

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