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If performance and advanced features are important for you and you're willing to pay for them, the ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 is equipped with high-end components like a more powerful AMD Ryzen 9 processor and Nvidia RTX graphics, which benefit demanding applications and multitasking. It also comes with significantly more storage and memory, a larger screen, and a higher build quality, but it is less portable due to its larger size and weight. In contrast, the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15" is more budget-friendly, lighter, and more portable, making it suitable for basic tasks and everyday use, although it has an entry-level processor, less memory and storage, and a lower quality display. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook Pro 17
- Very good for general use
- Very good for engineering and design
- Good for software development
- Very good for content creation
- Good overall display quality
- Good overall build quality
- Good battery life
- Very good speakers
Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15"
- The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15" has no clear advantages over the ASUS Zenbook Pro 17.
Key differences
General Use
8.3
6.2
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
400.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
220.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
5.0 Hours
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
7.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 is very good for general use, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15" is only fair.
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 offers a powerful AMD Ryzen CPU, more RAM, a higher quality IPS display with better resolution, screen brightness, and color coverage, which contribute to its very good general use performance; it also has a larger battery and ample storage but is less portable and has a shorter battery life.
Gaming and AI
6.9
5.8
5.1/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
9.5/10
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 is only fair for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15" is poor.
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 is good for gaming and 3D because it comes with a Nvidia RTX 3050 GPU which is more powerful than the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15"'s Intel UHD Xe G4 integrated graphics, providing superior graphics performance and screen refresh rates that are crucial for smooth gameplay. Additionally, the ASUS has a higher quality IPS screen with better resolution, enhancing visual detail and color accuracy for games and 3D applications, while the Lenovo has a lower-resolution TN screen, which doesn't deliver as high fidelity visuals.
Engineering and Design
8.1
5.8
8.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.2/10
5.1/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
32.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 is very good for engineering and design, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15" is poor.
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 17, with a high-performance AMD Ryzen 9 CPU, substantial RAM, and an Nvidia RTX 3050 GPU, is well-equipped for demanding engineering and design tasks, while its IPS screen offers better viewing angles and color reproduction.
Content Creation
8.2
6.3
8.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.2/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
32.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 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
6.3
8.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.2/10
32.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 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
7.2
5.2
17.3in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
400.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
220.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 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 Zenbook Pro 17 offers a high-resolution display with bright, vivid colors that make everyday tasks and detailed engineering work a visual pleasure, although its lower refresh rate may detract from the immersive experience in fast-paced gaming and 3D applications. On the other hand, the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15" has a screen that may not be as sharp or bright, which could make both general activities and specialized engineering tasks less satisfying due to less precise color representation and clarity. Additionally, the IdeaPad's display, with a basic refresh rate, does not cater well to the needs of gaming and 3D design, where smoother motion and crisper details are essential.
Battery
9.0 Hours
5.0 Hours
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 has 9 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
6.5
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 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
$1,500
$360
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 has a price of $1,500 and the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15" costs $360.
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Key similarities
Portability
Good
Good
17.3in
SIZE
15.6in
5.1 lbs
WEIGHT
3.7 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15" and ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 both have good portability.
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How the ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 and the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15" compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 | Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15" |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,500 | $360 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | June 1, 2022 | October 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 15.6'' x 10.2'' x 0.74'' | 14.3'' x 10'' x 0.78'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.18 lbs | 3.75 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 15.55" | 14.26" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.18" | 9.98" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 9 6900HX | Intel i3-1115G4 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 32 GB | 8 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 1 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 256 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 9 Hours | 5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 76 Wh | 35 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 17.3" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | TN | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1366 x 768 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 400 nits | 220 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.2/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.1/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.5/10 | 9.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 6.8/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | No | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 0 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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Sascha Mölck | February 2023
"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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