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Updated January 10, 2024·
Choosing between the ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED and the Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 depends on your priorities. If you prefer a laptop with a higher quality display and a more powerful processor for tasks like editing and multitasking, go with the ASUS. It also offers a larger built-in storage capacity. However, if you want a computer with dedicated graphics for better gaming and 3D applications, and you're okay with a standard display and less storage, opt for the Lenovo. The Lenovo is heavier, which might matter if you prioritize portability. Keep in mind the ASUS generally costs more than the Lenovo. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED
- Very good for engineering and design
- Very good for content creation
- Very good overall display quality
- Good speakers
Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.9
7.4
2880 x 1620
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
600.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
329.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
7.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.0/10
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED and Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 are both good for general use, though the ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED is somewhat better.
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED is commended for general use due to its powerful CPU, substantial RAM, the exceptional quality of its OLED screen, its light weight, and decent battery life, while the Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 is recognized for its capable CPU, satisfactory RAM for general tasks, good screen quality, gaming-ready graphics card, and balance between battery life and portability.
Engineering and Design
8.2
7.2
9.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED is very good for engineering and design, while the Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 is good.
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED, with its high-performance Intel i9 CPU and integrated Iris Xe graphics, excels in engineering and design tasks with smooth multitasking and good visual rendering capabilities, complemented by its superior OLED screen quality for precise color work.
Content Creation
8.2
7.4
9.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
2880 x 1620
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED is very good for content creation, while the Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 is good.
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
7.3
9.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
2880 x 1620
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED and Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 are both good for software development, though the ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED is somewhat better.
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
7.2
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
2880 x 1620
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
600.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
329.0 nits
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED has a better screen than the Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
When considering the Vivobook S 15 OLED and the IdeaPad Gaming 3 for various tasks, the Vivobook's OLED panel offers vibrant colors and high contrast which is excellent for tasks like photo editing or design work, and its high resolution and brightness enhance general use viewing experiences. However, for gaming and 3D applications, the Vivobook's lower refresh rate compared to gaming-specific laptops may lead to less fluid motion. On the other hand, the IdeaPad's display, while offering decent resolution and brightness for general use and adequate color representation for engineering and design tasks, also falls short for gaming and 3D because of its lower refresh rate, which is crucial for a smooth gaming experience.
Battery
7.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED 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
Good
Good
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
3.7 lbs
WEIGHT
5.1 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.8in
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED and Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 both have good portability, though the ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED has somewhat better portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$990
$549
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED has a price of $990 and the Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 costs $549.
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Key similarities
Gaming and AI
6.7
6.5
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
2880 x 1620
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED and Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED, with its Intel Iris Xe graphics, offers solid gaming and 3D capabilities and complements that with a high-quality OLED screen with good refresh rates, making it great for visually demanding applications. On the other hand, the Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 includes a more powerful Nvidia RTX 2050 GPU and also has a decent screen refresh rate, but with a lower resolution IPS screen, which makes it fair for gaming and 3D applications compared to the ASUS.
Build Quality
7.2
7.2
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED and Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 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 OLED and the Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED | Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$990 | $549 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 1, 2023 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.2'' x 9'' x 0.7'' | 14.2'' x 10.5'' x 0.86'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.75 lbs | 5.1 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.15" | 14.16" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.03" | 10.49" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i9-13900H | AMD Ryzen 7 7735HS | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 8 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 1 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 7 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 75 Wh | 60 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | OLED | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2880 x 1620 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 120Hz | 120Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 600 nits | 329 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.2/10 | 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 | 7/10 | 7/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 6.8/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 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 | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED
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Darragh Murphy | November 2022
"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."
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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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