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Updated January 10, 2024·
The ASUS TUF Gaming F17 offers better performance for 3D rendering, machine learning, and engineering tasks because it has a dedicated gaming GPU, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17" uses integrated graphics which is less powerful. However, the IdeaPad is lighter and has a higher battery life, making it more suitable for general use and portability. If intensive gaming or performance tasks are a priority, the ASUS would be a better fit. If you prioritize cost savings, longer usage on battery, and a lighter device for everyday tasks, the Lenovo might serve you better. Both have similar display sizes and resolution, but the ASUS has a higher refresh rate which is beneficial for gaming. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS TUF Gaming F17
- Good overall build quality
- Good speakers
- Good keyboard
Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17"
- Good for software development
- Good portability
- Good battery life
Key differences
Software Development
6.7
7.2
6.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.8/10
8.0 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" is good for software development, while the ASUS TUF Gaming F17 is only fair.
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.
Screen Quality
6.9
6.7
17.3in
SIZE
17.3in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
264.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
307.0 nits
The ASUS TUF Gaming F17 has a better screen than the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17" for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17" has a better screen for engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
When choosing between the ASUS TUF Gaming F17 and the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17", consider that the screen quality for general use is influenced heavily by resolution and brightness; both laptops offer clear, bright displays suitable for daily tasks like browsing and video streaming. For engineering and design work, color accuracy is critical, and the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17" likely offers a wider color gamut, resulting in richer and more precise colors, which is crucial for tasks that require color fidelity. However, gamers and 3D designers should be aware that the ASUS TUF Gaming F17, while offering a lower quality screen for gaming due to a potentially lower refresh rate, may still provide a satisfactory experience for casual gaming and 3D work, but those looking for high-level gaming performance should consider other models with higher refresh rates and better resolution.
Battery
4.5 Hours
9.0 Hours
The ASUS TUF Gaming F17 has 4.5 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
Fair
Good
17.3in
SIZE
17.3in
5.7 lbs
WEIGHT
4.4 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17" has good portability, while the ASUS TUF Gaming F17 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.2
6.5
The ASUS TUF Gaming F17 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
$1,000
$784
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The ASUS TUF Gaming F17 has a price of $1,000 and the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17" costs $784.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.1
7.3
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
264.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
307.0 nits
4.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
9.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
6.4/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.1/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17" and ASUS TUF Gaming F17 are both good for general use.
While both the ASUS TUF Gaming F17 and the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17" have similar screen sizes and resolutions, the Lenovo offers better battery life and weighs less, enhancing its portability and adding to its suitability for general use. Additionally, the Lenovo has a higher-quality screen in terms of colors and brightness, which is beneficial for everyday tasks, whereas the ASUS, with its more powerful CPU and GPU, is targeted more towards gaming, which may not be as necessary for general use.
Gaming and AI
6.6
6.1
5.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
9.5/10
The ASUS TUF Gaming F17 and Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17" are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The ASUS TUF Gaming F17, equipped with an Nvidia RTX 3050 Ti, generally outperforms the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17" which uses an integrated AMD Radeon Vega 7 graphics; this makes the ASUS more suitable for gaming and 3D applications. However, the IdeaPad 3 may offer better battery life and portability due to a slightly lighter build, but the ASUS's higher screen refresh rate provides a smoother visual experience crucial for gaming.
Engineering and Design
6.9
6.6
6.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.8/10
5.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
8.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The ASUS TUF Gaming F17 and Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17" are both only fair for engineering and design.
The ASUS TUF Gaming F17 is equipped with a stronger CPU and GPU combination, key for engineering software and rendering tasks, while also having a higher screen refresh rate which is beneficial for design work; in contrast, the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17" has a less powerful CPU and integrated graphics, making it less suitable for demanding engineering programs and intricate design processes.
Content Creation
7.1
7.4
6.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17" and ASUS TUF Gaming F17 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.
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How the ASUS TUF Gaming F17 and the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17" compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| ASUS TUF Gaming F17 | Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17" |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,000 | $784 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | April 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 15.7'' x 10.6'' x 0.91'' | 15.7'' x 10.8'' x 0.78'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.73 lbs | 4.49 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 15.71" | 15.71" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.59" | 10.79" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-11400H | AMD Ryzen 5 5625U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 8 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 1 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 4.5 Hours | 9 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 48 Wh | 45 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 17.3" | 17.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 144Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 264 nits | 307 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.2/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 6.4/10 | 7.2/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | 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 | 7.5/10 | 6/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | 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 | 2 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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Christian Hintze | April 2022
"One of the Asus TUF Gaming F17’s highlights is without a doubt its excellent gaming performance. The fact that Asus configured the RTX 3060 GPU for its specified maximum of 140 W is became immediately noticeable in our benchmarks. For a 17-inch notebook the F17 also offers a very long battery life, which makes it somewhat portable. On the flip side is the display. It may be saved by its good overall contrast ratio, but its overall brightness is simply too low, and its response times are too slow for a gaming device. The F17’s successor needs to improve upon this."
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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 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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