The ASUS Vivobook S 15 is generally more expensive than the Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3, and it is equipped with a solid processor, more RAM, and double the storage capacity, making it suitable for intensive multitasking and general use. It also boasts a significantly higher battery life for extended use on the go. Conversely, the Lenovo has a more powerful dedicated gaming GPU, a higher screen refresh rate for smooth motion in gaming and videos, but less storage and RAM, which makes it a better choice if gaming or graphics work is your priority, despite a slightly lower battery life. It is also more affordable but heavier, making it a tad less portable than the ASUS. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook S 15
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 has no clear advantages over the Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3.
Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3
Good overall display quality
Very good keyboard
Key differences
Screen Quality
6.3/10
7.2/10
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
267.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
329.0 nits
The Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 has a better screen than the ASUS Vivobook S 15 for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 has a screen that may not offer the best experience for gaming and 3D tasks due to its limited refresh rate, which is not ideal for fast-paced visuals. However, its adequate resolution and brightness make it suitable for general everyday tasks like browsing and document editing. On the other hand, the Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 offers improved color accuracy and higher brightness levels, which aids in precision tasks that are common in engineering and design fields, despite lacking the ideal refresh rate for smooth gaming and 3D rendering.
Portability
Good
Good
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
3.9 lbs
WEIGHT
5.1 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.8in
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 and Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 both have good portability, though the ASUS Vivobook S 15 has somewhat better portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$908
$549
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 has a price of $908 and the Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 costs $549.
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 and Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 are both good for general use.
The ASUS Vivobook S 15, with a capable AMD Ryzen 7 CPU and 16 GB of RAM, is suitable for general use, offering a balance of performance and portability, though it shines with a long battery life and lighter weight for easy carrying. On the other hand, the Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 also features a strong AMD Ryzen 7 CPU and a dedicated Nvidia GPU, providing robust performance for general tasks with the added versatility of handling gaming or graphics-intensive applications, but with a tradeoff in a shorter battery life and heavier build. Both benefit from good screen quality and sufficient storage, while their keyboards and speakers are considered acceptable, with the Lenovo edging ahead with a better keyboard; heat management and operating noise are well-handled in both, ensuring a comfortable user experience.
Gaming and AI
6.3/10
6.5/10
3.7/10
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 S 15 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 has a lower screen refresh rate and uses an integrated GPU which is less powerful than a dedicated one, making it less ideal for fast-paced gaming and 3D applications. The Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3, on the other hand, offers a higher screen refresh rate and a dedicated Nvidia RTX GPU, providing smoother visuals and better handling of gaming and 3D content.
Engineering and Design
7.1/10
7.2/10
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 and ASUS Vivobook S 15 are both good for engineering and design.
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 offers ample storage and memory coupled with an integrated AMD CPU and GPU that suffices for general engineering and design tasks, while boasting a battery conducive to longer work sessions. Conversely, the Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3, with its dedicated Nvidia graphics, is better suited for GPU-intensive applications commonly used in engineering and design, but features less memory and storage out of the box, which may require upgrades for optimal performance.
Content Creation
7.6/10
7.4/10
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
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 Gaming 3 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
7.4/10
7.3/10
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 and Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 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
8.0 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 has 9 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
7.0/10
7.2/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 and ASUS Vivobook S 15 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 S 15 and the Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 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 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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