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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you prioritize high-resolution touchscreen displays and better build quality, the ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED excels, but it is more expensive and offers shorter battery life. The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14" is more cost-effective with longer battery life, adequate for general use and less intensive tasks, but it doesn't match the ASUS' display quality or general build. The ASUS is better suited for detailed visual work due to its superior display, but for casual use and longer unplugged operation, the Lenovo might serve you well. Both laptops have similar portability, but the ASUS is slightly heavier. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED
- Good for general use
- Good for engineering and design
- Very good overall display quality
- Good overall build quality
- Good speakers
- Very good keyboard
Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14"
- Very good battery life
Key differences
General Use
7.5
6.9
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
376.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
313.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
10.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
8.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.2/10
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED is good for general use, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14" is only fair.
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED offers a sharper OLED display with higher color accuracy and contrast, better performance due to a superior CPU, and larger storage capacity, but it has a shorter battery life compared to the Lenovo IdeaPad 3, which offers longer battery life and is lighter, making it more portable but with a less impressive display and lower performance.
Gaming and AI
6.5
6.0
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
9.5/10
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED and Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14" are both only fair for gaming and AI, though the ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED is somewhat better.
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED has a higher screen refresh rate and a more powerful integrated GPU, making it better suited for gaming and 3D applications than the Lenovo IdeaPad 3, which has a standard refresh rate and a less powerful GPU. Additionally, the Zenbook's screen offers higher quality with better resolution and color accuracy, providing a more immersive gaming and 3D experience compared with the IdeaPad's lower-resolution IPS display.
Engineering and Design
7.7
6.1
8.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.6/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
8.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED is good for engineering and design, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14" is only fair.
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED outclasses the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 for engineering and design due to superior CPU performance, more advanced GPU, and a high-quality OLED screen with better color coverage and resolution, which is essential for design accuracy and detail. Although both laptops share similar portability and RAM, the higher screen quality and enhanced processing capabilities of the ASUS model support more demanding engineering software and intricate design work, while the Lenovo offers a more budget-friendly option with acceptable performance for less intensive tasks.
Content Creation
7.6
7.1
8.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.6/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED and Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14" are both good for content creation, though the ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED 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
8.6
6.4
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
376.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
313.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED has a better screen than the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14" for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED boasts a vibrant OLED display with high resolution and brightness, offering crisp and vivid visuals for everyday tasks and detail-oriented work in engineering and design, thanks to its wide color coverage. In contrast, the Lenovo IdeaPad 3's screen meets the basic requirements for general use and design tasks with decent resolution and brightness, but it doesn't excel in color reproduction due to more limited color gamut support. Neither model is ideal for gaming and 3D applications as they lack high refresh rates, which are essential for smooth motion rendering in fast-paced environments.
Battery
6.0 Hours
10.0 Hours
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED has 6 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
7.8
6.5
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED has 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.
Cost
$575
$390
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
$800
$900
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED has a price of $575 and the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14" costs $390.
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Key similarities
Software Development
7.5
7.1
8.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.6/10
8.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED 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.
Portability
Very Good
Very Good
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
3.4 lbs
WEIGHT
3.1 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED and Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14" both have very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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How the ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED and the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14" compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED | Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14" |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$575 | $390 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | October 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.7'' x 8.9'' x 0.67'' | 12.8'' x 8.5'' x 0.78'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.44 lbs | 3.1 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.67" | 12.76" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.88" | 8.49" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-13500H | AMD Ryzen 5 5500U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 8 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 1 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 256 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6 Hours | 10 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 70 Wh | 45 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | OLED | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2880 x 1800 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 120Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 376 nits | 313 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.8/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.3/10 | 8.3/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 6.5/10 | 9.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 6/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 1 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED
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Matthew Buzzi | September 2023
"While one of the more budget-friendly configurations of the Asus Zenbook 14X OLED may make a compelling case as a top value pick, it’s difficult to be disappointed with the more expensive model we reviewed here. At its core, for all models, it’s a luxury-built laptop with extreme portability and a gorgeous OLED display. Our unit rocks with a snappy Core i9 processor for getting real work done, and the discrete GPU—even if it has a clear power ceiling—is a bonus for creative pros."
Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14"
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Marvin Gollor | February 2023
"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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