If you prioritize performance for tasks like 3D design, machine learning, or gaming, the ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED with its advanced processor and high-resolution OLED display will serve you well, but keep in mind it comes with a higher price tag. On the other hand, the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15" is much more affordable and will cover basic computing needs adequately, but it won't perform as well for intensive applications due to its lower-tier processor and standard display. Both have similar portability, but for battery life, the Lenovo may last longer on a single charge given its less power-intensive components, although the exact battery life was not specified in your comparison chart. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED
Good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
Good for software development
Very good for content creation
Very good overall display quality
Good overall build quality
Good battery life
Good speakers
Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15"
The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15" has no clear advantages over the ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED.
Key differences
General Use
7.9/10
6.2/10
2880 x 1620
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
600.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
220.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
5.0 Hours
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
7.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED is good for general use, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15" is only fair.
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED offers a high-end CPU, double the RAM, superior OLED screen quality, and significantly better battery life compared to the Lenovo IdeaPad 3, which has a basic CPU, less RAM, lower-resolution TN panel, and shorter battery life, making the ASUS better for intensive tasks and media consumption.
Gaming and AI
6.7/10
5.8/10
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
2880 x 1620
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
9.5/10
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED is only fair for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15" is poor.
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED is more suitable for gaming and 3D tasks with its high-refresh-rate OLED screen and more capable graphics processor, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15" has a lower refresh rate TN screen and less powerful graphics, hindering its performance in these demanding applications.
Engineering and Design
8.2/10
5.8/10
9.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.2/10
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED is very good for engineering and design, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15" is poor.
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED is more suitable for engineering and design work due to its superior processing power (Intel i9-13900H), higher memory capacity, advanced integrated graphics (Iris Xe), and a high-quality OLED screen with excellent color coverage and contrast.
Content Creation
8.2/10
6.3/10
9.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.2/10
2880 x 1620
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED is very good for content creation, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15" 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.
Software Development
7.9/10
6.3/10
9.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
2880 x 1620
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED is good for software development, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15" 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
8.9/10
5.2/10
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
2880 x 1620
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
600.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
220.0 nits
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED has a better screen than the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15" for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED offers vibrant colors and sharp images thanks to its high-resolution OLED display, which is ideal for engineering and design tasks that require precise color accuracy. However, for gaming and 3D applications where smooth motion is key, the display's lower refresh rate might not deliver the fluid visuals preferred by gamers. The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15", with its lower resolution and standard panel, lacks the clarity, brightness, and color range necessary for both detailed engineering work and an immersive general or gaming experience.
Battery
7.0 Hours
5.0 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED has 7 hours of battery life. The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15" has 5 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
7.2/10
6.5/10
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED has good build quality, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15" has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
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$360
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The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED has a price of $990 and the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15" costs $360.
"The Asus Vivobook S 15 OLED excels as a capable work machine at an affordable price. It offers commendable performance, thanks to its 12th Gen Intel chip, delivers quality on-screen entertainment with its 15.6-inch OLED display, and can (kind of) get you through a full day of work. Oh, and its special Asus Antibacterial Guard is a nice touch for those who like a clean laptop."
"The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 is an enduring office notebook with a powerful Ryzen APU. Lenovo's office all-rounder easily handles office and internet applications as well as modest games - the Ryzen 5 5625U APU and 16 GB of RAM make this possible. The CPU and GPU can work at consistently high clock rates. The emission values are okay, but the noise emissions should be lower under medium to full load. The relatively light notebook (approx. 1.6 kg) achieves practical battery runtimes of about 10 to 11 hours."
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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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