The ASUS Vivobook 14 is more portable and offers decent performance for general use, while the Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3, with a more powerful processor and dedicated graphics card, is better suited for gaming, 3D rendering, and intensive engineering tasks despite being heavier and slightly less portable. Both laptops are similarly priced with the Lenovo providing more storage but a slightly shorter battery life. The Lenovo's display also has a higher refresh rate advantageous for gaming, while both have similar screen size and quality. If gaming or demanding applications are a priority, the Lenovo is the better choice; for everyday tasks and easier carrying, the ASUS may be more suitable. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook 14
Very good portability
Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3
Good for general use
Good for engineering and design
Good for software development
Good for content creation
Good overall display quality
Very good keyboard
Key differences
Engineering and Design
6.3/10
7.2/10
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
8.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 is good for engineering and design, while the ASUS Vivobook 14 is only fair.
The Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 is superior for engineering and design due to its more powerful AMD Ryzen 7 processor, dedicated Nvidia RTX 2050 graphics, and higher-quality display with better color coverage and brightness, compared to the ASUS Vivobook 14 which has an Intel i5 processor with integrated graphics and a less vibrant screen. Additionally, while the ASUS is more portable and has a quieter operation, these benefits may be outweighed in engineering and design contexts by the Lenovo's performance-driven features like additional RAM slots, a larger screen, and higher refresh rates for smoother visuals.
Content Creation
6.9/10
7.4/10
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 is good for content creation, while the ASUS Vivobook 14 is only fair.
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
6.3/10
7.2/10
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
250.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
329.0 nits
The Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 has a better screen than the ASUS Vivobook 14 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The ASUS Vivobook 14's screen offers enough resolution and brightness for typical tasks like browsing and watching videos, which is why it fares well for general use, but its limited color gamut and modest refresh rate make it less suitable for color-sensitive work like engineering and design, and not ideal for fast-paced gaming or 3D rendering. In contrast, the Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 has a display that balances resolution and brightness, which is good for everyday activities and provides wider color coverage important for accurately displaying designs and engineering work, but its lower refresh rate may not deliver the smooth visuals desired in high-speed gaming and 3D applications. Therefore, while both laptops provide adequate visual experiences for everyday tasks and professional work to some extent, those interested in gaming and 3D creation should consider alternatives with higher refresh rates and better-suited specifications for those purposes.
Battery
7.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook 14 has 7 hours of battery life. The Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 has 8 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
Very Good
Good
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
3.0 lbs
WEIGHT
5.1 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.8in
The ASUS Vivobook 14 has very good portability, while the Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$421
$549
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
$800
The ASUS Vivobook 14 has a price of $421 and the Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 costs $549.
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 to be good for general use, while the ASUS Vivobook 14 is only fair.
The ASUS Vivobook 14 offers portability with its lighter weight and smaller screen size but has a less powerful CPU and GPU, which could mean slower performance in demanding tasks compared to the Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3, which boasts a stronger CPU and GPU, and a larger, higher-quality screen suitable for gaming and intensive applications, but it is heavier and less portable.
Gaming and AI
6.0/10
6.5/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 and ASUS Vivobook 14 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The ASUS Vivobook 14 is considered fair for gaming and 3D due to its integrated Intel Iris Xe graphics, which are less powerful than dedicated gaming GPUs and has a screen with a maximum refresh rate of 60Hz. In contrast, the Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 fares similarly likely due to its more capable Nvidia RTX 2050 dedicated GPU, better suited for gaming and 3D applications, and a screen that supports up to a 120Hz refresh rate for smoother visuals.
Software Development
6.8/10
7.3/10
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
8.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 to be good for software development, while the ASUS Vivobook 14 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.
Build Quality
7.0/10
7.2/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 and ASUS Vivobook 14 both have good 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 ASUS Vivobook 14 and the Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 compare to other laptops
"The Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 is one of the most powerful RTX 3050 Ti laptops. If you disregard the mediocre quality of the case in terms of the material and workmanship, Lenovo has created a successful budget gaming laptop with the IdeaPad Gaming. Thanks to high TDPs and constant performance development, the Core i5-12500H and GeForce RTX 3050 Ti are able to show their full power, while in contrast, the (mostly slower) competitors deliver a better battery life. However, hardly any of the alternative laptops are able to reach the image quality of the Gaming 3. Most of the competitors are left behind in terms of the color space and brightness."
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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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