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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Acer Aspire Vero 15 offers stronger performance suitable for tasks like 3D modeling and machine learning, as well as better general use with higher RAM capacity. In contrast, the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 has better battery life, making it more ideal for longer use away from power sources. The Acer's display has higher color accuracy beneficial for creative work, while the Lenovo's larger screen is better for multitasking and comfortable viewing. The Aspire Vero is slightly more portable due to lower weight despite having a smaller screen. The Lenovo, having a lower price, provides a more cost-effective option albeit with less multitasking capability due to lower RAM. If portability and color-sensitive tasks are less of a priority, and longer battery life is appealing, consider the Lenovo IdeaPad 3. If you require increased performance for demanding applications and better display quality, the Acer Aspire Vero 15 would be more appropriate. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer Aspire Vero 15
- Good keyboard
Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17"
- The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17" has no clear advantages over the Acer Aspire Vero 15.
Key differences
Screen Quality
6.2
6.7
15.6in
SIZE
17.3in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
264.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
307.0 nits
The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17" has a better screen than the Acer Aspire Vero 15 for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
The Acer Aspire Vero 15's screen offers adequate resolution and brightness for everyday tasks but lacks the wider color gamut needed for precision in engineering and design, while its lower refresh rate makes it less suitable for the smooth visuals demanded by gaming and 3D applications. The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17" provides a more vivid and accurately colored display crucial for detailed engineering and design work, with a suitable resolution and brightness for general use, but like the Acer, it falls short in gaming due to a refresh rate that doesn't meet the high standards required for optimal gaming experiences. In both cases, the shortfall for gaming is due to the lower refresh rate, which is less of a concern for general use and engineering tasks where color accuracy and resolution take precedence.
Battery
7.0 Hours
9.0 Hours
The Acer Aspire Vero 15 has 7 hours of battery life. The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17" has 9 hours of battery life.
Battery life estimate is based on a mix of common use patterns. More portable and higher performing laptops tend to have less battery life.
Portability
Good
Good
15.6in
SIZE
17.3in
3.9 lbs
WEIGHT
4.4 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Acer Aspire Vero 15 and Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17" both have good portability, though the Acer Aspire Vero 15 has somewhat better portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$665
$784
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The Acer Aspire Vero 15 has a price of $665 and the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17" costs $784.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.3
7.3
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
264.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
307.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
9.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
7.7/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.1/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17" and Acer Aspire Vero 15 are both good for general use.
The Acer Aspire Vero 15 with a more powerful CPU and more RAM can handle multitasking and demanding applications more efficiently than the Lenovo IdeaPad 3, which has a less powerful CPU and less RAM, but its larger screen and longer battery life make it suitable for extended use without the need for frequent charging.
Gaming and AI
6.2
6.1
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
9.5/10
The Acer Aspire Vero 15 and Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17" are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Acer Aspire Vero 15's Intel Iris Xe graphics and the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17's AMD Vega 7 graphics are entry-level GPUs suitable for moderate gaming, but may struggle with more demanding 3D tasks; both have standard 60Hz refresh rates, which are fine for casual gaming but not ideal for competitive gameplay that benefits from higher refresh rates. Additionally, the Acer's screen may appear less color-accurate and vivid compared to the Lenovo, which could impact visual gaming experiences, though both provide sufficient resolution for general use.
Engineering and Design
6.6
6.6
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.8/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The Acer Aspire Vero 15 and Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17" are both only fair for engineering and design.
The Acer Aspire Vero 15 is considered good for engineering and design use thanks to its higher performance CPU, more RAM, and strong GPU which are crucial for demanding tasks, though its smaller screen size means less real estate for work but greater portability. Conversely, the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17" has a larger screen that benefits design work, yet its lower RAM and less powerful CPU and GPU limit its capability for engineering applications, despite offering better portability and a quieter operating noise.
Content Creation
7.2
7.4
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17" and Acer Aspire Vero 15 are both good for content creation.
PerfectRec’s Content Creation Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for photo editing, video editing and other content creation tasks.
Software Development
7.1
7.2
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17" and Acer Aspire Vero 15 are both good for software development.
PerfectRec’s Software Development Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for software developers.
Build Quality
6.5
6.5
The Acer Aspire Vero 15 and Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17" both have only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
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How the Acer Aspire Vero 15 and the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17" compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Acer Aspire Vero 15 | Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17" |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$665 | $784 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 1, 2022 | April 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.3'' x 9.4'' x 0.7'' | 15.7'' x 10.8'' x 0.78'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.97 lbs | 4.49 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.3" | 15.71" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.4" | 10.79" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-1195G7 | AMD Ryzen 5 5625U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 8 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 1 | 1 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 7 Hours | 9 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 48 Wh | 45 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 17.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 264 nits | 307 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 6.5/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.7/10 | 7.2/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.5/10 | 9.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6/10 | 6/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | No | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 3 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 1 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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Acer Aspire Vero 15
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PCWorld
Matt Elliott | October 2021
"The Acer Aspire Vero is an eco-friendly Windows 11 laptop. Made with PCR plastic, the Acer Aspire Vero stands out from the midrange laptop pack with a funky, eco-friendly design. Powering Microsoft’s latest operating system is a Core i7 chip from Intel’s latest series, integrated Intel Xe graphics, and an ample 16GB of RAM. The laptop feels snappy, but its battery life disappoints. I also have a few quibbles with the display and keyboard, but they’re relatively minor. With a longer runtime, the Aspire Vero would earn a stronger recommendation for students or anyone looking for an eco-friendly, big-screen laptop."
Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17"
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Alex Iliev | December 2022
"The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17" defies expectations. Indeed, it is just a minor upgrade over last year. However, this doesn’t make the laptop any less terrific. It’s got a great performance, courtesy of the Ryzen 5x25U processors. In addition, you get a pretty good battery life. Perhaps, the 2-hour decrease in video playback, compared to last year is not great, but still, 10 hours of Web browsing and 7 hours of video playback is okay for 17-inch notebooks."
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About Acer
Acer is a prominent Taiwanese electronics brand which makes a wide range of laptops, with multiple product lines catering to personal use, gaming, and business use. They are renowned for having exceptional value for money, as they frequently offer good specifications at a lower price than other manufacturers.
About Lenovo
Lenovo is a Chinese technology company, and one of the largest personal computer vendor. They are well known for a variety of technology products, including laptops. Their consumer series include their entry level IdeaPad and LOQ series and mid-to-high-end Yoga and Legion series. On the business-oriented side, their series include their entry-level ThinkBook series and mid-to-high-end ThinkPad series. Lenovo laptops offer strong performance for reasonable prices, and are often on sale.
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