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Updated January 10, 2024·
When choosing between the ASUS Vivobook 15X and the Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3, consider your primary use. The Lenovo has a better graphics card suitable for gaming and creative work, a higher refresh rate for smoother visuals, and superior color coverage which is important for tasks that require color accuracy. It also supports hardware features like ray tracing and DLSS for enhanced gaming and graphic capabilities. However, the ASUS is lighter and more portable with a slightly better battery life, making it more suited for general use and carrying around. The ASUS is also priced higher in the midrange, whereas the Lenovo offers a budget-friendly option. Both laptops share the same screen size, resolution, and processor power levels which are adequate for general use and engineering tasks, but the dedicated GPU in the Lenovo gives it an edge for more graphics-intensive applications. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook 15X
- The ASUS Vivobook 15X has no clear advantages over the Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3.
Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3
- Good for engineering and design
- Good for software development
- Good overall display quality
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
Engineering and Design
6.3
7.2
5.6/10
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 15X is only fair.
The Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 is equipped with a more powerful CPU and a dedicated Nvidia GPU, making it better for demanding engineering and design tasks than the ASUS Vivobook 15X, which has a less potent CPU and integrated graphics. Additionally, the IdeaPad has a higher screen refresh rate, which can be beneficial for smooth visuals in design work, though both have similar display sizes and resolutions.
Screen Quality
6.2
7.2
15.6in
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 15X for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
If you prioritize a crisp and clear display for everyday tasks like browsing or working with documents, the Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3's superior resolution and brightness make it a better choice. For specialized work in engineering and design, where color accuracy is crucial, the IdeaPad's better coverage of color gamuts ensures that the colors you see are more true to life. On the other hand, if gaming or working with 3D applications is a top concern, both laptops fall short with their refresh rates, though the Lenovo's better resolution and panel type provide a slightly improved experience.
Portability
Good
Good
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
3.7 lbs
WEIGHT
5.1 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.8in
The ASUS Vivobook 15X and Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 both have good portability, though the ASUS Vivobook 15X has somewhat better portability.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.1
7.4
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
250.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
329.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
7.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.0/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 and ASUS Vivobook 15X are both good for general use.
The ASUS Vivobook 15X has a weaker CPU and integrated GPU compared to the Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3's more powerful CPU and dedicated GPU, which can handle more demanding tasks smoothly, hence resulting in the IdeaPad being better for general use. Additionally, the IdeaPad has superior screen quality with higher brightness and color space coverage, a larger battery providing similar battery life despite its higher specs, and better speakers and heat management, enhancing the overall user experience compared to the Vivobook.
Gaming and AI
6.0
6.5
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 15X are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The ASUS Vivobook 15X is equipped with integrated AMD graphics, which are less powerful than the dedicated Nvidia RTX 2050 GPU found in the Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3, making the latter more capable for gaming and 3D tasks. Additionally, with a lower screen refresh rate of 60Hz compared to the IdeaPad's 120Hz, the Vivobook 15X offers a less smooth visual experience, which is particularly important in gaming and fast-paced 3D applications.
Content Creation
7.1
7.4
5.6/10
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 and ASUS Vivobook 15X 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
6.9
7.3
5.6/10
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 15X 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.
Battery
8.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook 15X has 8 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.
Build Quality
7.0
7.2
The Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 and ASUS Vivobook 15X both have good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$525
$549
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
$800
The ASUS Vivobook 15X has a price of $525 and the Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 costs $549.
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How the ASUS Vivobook 15X and the Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| ASUS Vivobook 15X | Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$525 | $549 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 1, 2023 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.2'' x 9.2'' x 0.7'' | 14.2'' x 10.5'' x 0.86'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.75 lbs | 5.1 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.16" | 14.16" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.15" | 10.49" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 5 7530U | AMD Ryzen 7 7735HS | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 8 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 1 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 42 Wh | 60 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 120Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 250 nits | 329 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7/10 | 7.2/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.9/10 | 7.1/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.5/10 | 7/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 6.8/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6.5/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 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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ASUS Vivobook 15X
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Monica Chin | May 2023
"All in all, my day on the Vivobook had its ups and downs. It is a really pretty and well-built device, and it had all of the functionality I needed to get me through my browser-based workload. But the speakers weren’t my favorite, and the battery life was just too short."
Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3
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Florian Glaser | October 2022
"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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