The ASUS Vivobook S 15 is a higher-priced laptop with more storage, memory, and a stronger processor, suitable for more intensive tasks like engineering and 3D or machine learning. It has a larger 15.6-inch screen but is heavier and has a longer battery life than the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14", which is more budget-friendly, lighter, and extremely portable, making it ideal for general use. The Lenovo has less storage and memory, which may limit performance during heavy workloads, but it boasts a longer battery life for on-the-go usage. Neither is particularly suited for intensive gaming. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook S 15
Good for general use
Good for engineering and design
Good overall build quality
Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14"
Very good portability
Very good battery life
Key differences
General Use
7.7/10
6.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
267.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
313.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
10.0 Hours
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
7.7/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.2/10
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 is good for general use, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14" is only fair.
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 offers greater performance for general use with its more powerful CPU, double the RAM, and considerably larger storage compared to the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14"; however, the IdeaPad has a higher portability score due to its lighter weight and longer battery life, but falls short on screen quality and less effective heat management compared to the Vivobook.
Engineering and Design
7.1/10
6.1/10
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.6/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 is good for engineering and design, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14" is only fair.
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 offers superior CPU, more RAM, and a more powerful GPU paired with a high-quality screen, making it well-suited for demanding engineering and design tasks. The Lenovo IdeaPad 3, while more portable and with a better battery life, has a less powerful CPU, less RAM, and a less capable GPU, which could limit performance for intensive applications, although its screen quality is also decent for its category.
Content Creation
7.6/10
7.1/10
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 and Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14" are both good for content creation, though the ASUS Vivobook S 15 is somewhat better.
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
6.4/10
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
267.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
313.0 nits
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 has a better screen than the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14" for software development, and content creation.
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 and Lenovo IdeaPad 3 both feature screens with resolutions and panel types adequate for day-to-day tasks, offering clarity and comfort for general use; however, their screen brightness might not be optimal under all lighting conditions. When it comes to engineering and design, neither model covers the wider color gamuts needed for high-fidelity color work, potentially limiting the accuracy for professionals in these fields. For gaming and 3D applications, their screens fall short due to lower refresh rates, resulting in less fluid motion and responsiveness which might detract from immersive experiences and precise graphical work.
Portability
Good
Very Good
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
3.9 lbs
WEIGHT
3.1 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14" has very good portability, while the ASUS Vivobook S 15 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$908
$490
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 has a price of $908 and the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14" costs $490.
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 and Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14" are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 and the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14" are both fair for gaming and 3D tasks largely because they come with integrated Vega graphics, which provide sufficient power for casual gaming but may struggle with more demanding games and 3D applications. Both have similar screen refresh rates and screen quality, but the ASUS has a more capable CPU, which is better for tasks requiring more processing power, something to consider if you do more than casual gaming or basic 3D work.
Software Development
7.4/10
7.1/10
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 and Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14" 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.
Battery
9.0 Hours
10.0 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 has 9 hours of battery life. The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14" has 10 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
7.0/10
6.5/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS Vivobook S 15 to have good build quality, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14" has 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 ASUS Vivobook S 15 and the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14" compare to other laptops
"Internals make Asus VivoBook S15 laptop a compelling option. The Asus multimedia laptop may look rather below-average with its modest black chassis, lack of a dedicated GPU, limited RAM and meagre port selection without Thunderbolt support. But your impression of the device will start changing once you set your eyes on its high-contrast OLED capable of producing deep blacks and highly accurate colours. And your opinion will change completely when the VivoBook is switched on. The AMD CPU can effortlessly keep up with powerful rivals from Intel. The integrated Radeon graphics blows away Intel's iGPU when it comes to graphics workloads such as rendering and simpler games."
"The low-priced IdeaPad 3 14 delivers on core functionality. Lenovo's IdeaPad 3 14 meets all the basic requirements for an inexpensive office laptop. The matte IPS display is bright enough, the performance is high for the class, and the input devices are rock solid. In addition, the mostly quiet operation including the useful performance modes, cool surface temperatures, easy maintainability as well as expandable working and mass storage all contribute to the IdeaPad 3 14's value proposition."
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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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