The ASUS TUF Gaming A15, being more expensive, offers higher performance suited for intensive tasks such as gaming or engineering with its better graphics card and processor. It's also built sturdier with a focus on gaming aesthetics and is likely to have better cooling systems for sustained performance. However, it's heavier and less portable than the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17", which is lighter and typically less expensive but has lower performance capabilities due to its processor and integrated graphics—making it suitable for general use. The IdeaPad also has a larger screen, which could be more comfortable for extended reading or multitasking, but this also contributes to its larger size. If your priority is gaming or demanding applications and you're not too concerned about portability and price, the ASUS might be the better choice. Conversely, for everyday tasks, easier portability, and keeping within a smaller budget, the Lenovo IdeaPad may serve you well. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS TUF Gaming A15
Very good for engineering and design
Very good for gaming and AI
Very good for content creation
Good overall display quality
Good overall build quality
Very good battery life
Good keyboard
Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17"
The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17" has no clear advantages over the ASUS TUF Gaming A15.
Key differences
General Use
7.9/10
7.3/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
271.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
307.0 nits
11.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
9.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
7.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.1/10
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 and Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17" are both good for general use, though the ASUS TUF Gaming A15 is somewhat better.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15, with a powerful CPU, ample RAM, and a high-refresh-rate screen, excels in tasks requiring more performance, although its portability and battery life are moderate, reflecting its gaming-oriented design. In contrast, the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17" has a larger screen and excellent heat management for comfortable general use, but it's equipped with a less powerful processor and less RAM, favoring portability and battery efficiency over high-end performance.
Gaming and AI
8.0/10
6.1/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
9.5/10
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 is very good for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17" is only fair.
PerfectRec’s Gaming and AI Score strongly emphasizes graphics processing capability, while also taking into account other factors that impact suitability for gaming and AI work.
Engineering and Design
8.2/10
6.6/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.8/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 is very good for engineering and design, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17" is only fair.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 outshines the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 for engineering and design tasks with its more powerful CPU and GPU, double the RAM for multitasking, and higher storage capacity, along with a higher refresh rate screen providing smoother visuals. While both laptops have decent IPS displays, the IdeaPad 3 is lighter and may be quieter in operation, which could benefit users prioritizing portability and a less noisy work environment, despite its lesser performance capabilities compared to the ASUS.
Content Creation
8.0/10
7.4/10
9.1/10
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 ASUS TUF Gaming A15 is very good for content creation, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17" is good.
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.
Screen Quality
7.2/10
6.7/10
15.6in
SIZE
17.3in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
271.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
307.0 nits
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 has a better screen than the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17" for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
If you prioritize general use, both the ASUS TUF Gaming A15 and Lenovo IdeaPad 3 have screens with sufficient resolution and brightness to ensure a clear and vivid display. For engineering and design work, where color accuracy is key, neither laptop offers the wide color gamuts needed for the most precise color work. However, for gaming or 3D applications where a smooth experience is crucial, the refresh rates on these screens may not be high enough to keep up with fast-paced visuals.
Battery
11.0 Hours
9.0 Hours
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 has 11 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.
Build Quality
7.2/10
6.5/10
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 has good build quality, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17" has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$2,059
$784
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 has a price of $2,059 and the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17" costs $784.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 and Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17" 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.
Portability
Good
Good
15.6in
SIZE
17.3in
4.8 lbs
WEIGHT
4.4 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17" and ASUS TUF Gaming A15 both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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How the ASUS TUF Gaming A15 and the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17" compare to other laptops
"With the release of the TUF Gaming A15, Asos have concentrated on the essentials: gaming performance. Our base version, which can be had for around $1,169, already provided enough power to play current games smoothly in a native resolution of 1080p and with maximum details - thanks to its new Nvidia GeForce RTX 4050 Laptop. If you utilize upscaling, then you can even manage to run ray tracing."
"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 ASUS
ASUS, a Taiwanese electronics brand, is one of the largest personal computer vendor by market share. The majority of their laptops are targeted towards personal use or gaming. Their most popular product lines include the budget-friendly VivoBook, more premium ZenBook, and their TUF and ROG gaming laptops, the latter of which has a reputation for excellent gaming performance.
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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