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Updated January 10, 2024·
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 17, priced higher, offers significant advantages for intensive tasks with a stronger processor, more RAM, and a dedicated graphics card, making it excellent for engineering, 3D rendering, machine learning, and casual gaming. However, its heavier weight reduces portability. The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17" is more budget-friendly and lighter, hence more portable, but it has less power, less RAM, and integrated graphics, suitable mainly for general use. Both have similar screen sizes and resolutions, but the ASUS offers a brighter screen and wider color coverage, which translates into better visuals for creative work. The battery life is longer on the Lenovo IdeaPad, which could be a determining factor if you prioritize untethered usage. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook Pro 17
- Very good for general use
- Very good for engineering and design
- Very good for content creation
- Good overall display quality
- Good overall build quality
- Very good speakers
Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17"
- The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17" has no clear advantages over the ASUS Zenbook Pro 17.
Key differences
General Use
8.3
7.3
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
400.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
307.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
9.0 Hours
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
7.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.1/10
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 is very good for general use, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17" is good.
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 outperforms the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17" for general use primarily due to its superior CPU and larger RAM, which result in faster and more efficient multitasking and processing. Additionally, the ASUS offers better screen quality with higher brightness and color space coverage, making it ideal for tasks that require visual accuracy, but it is heavier and less portable compared to the lighter Lenovo, which might still be adequate for less demanding usage despite its modest battery and performance.
Gaming and AI
6.9
6.1
5.1/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
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 and Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17" are both only fair for gaming and AI, though the ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 is somewhat better.
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 offers better gaming and 3D performance with its Nvidia RTX 3050 GPU, which is more capable than the integrated Vega 7 graphics on the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17". Both laptops have the same screen refresh rate, but the more powerful GPU on the ASUS makes it more suitable for demanding graphics tasks.
Engineering and Design
8.1
6.6
8.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.8/10
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 17" is only fair.
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 17, with its higher-end CPU, significantly more RAM, and dedicated Nvidia GPU, is well suited for demanding engineering and design tasks, whereas the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17" has a modest CPU, less RAM, and integrated Vega graphics, making it less capable for intensive workflows but also lighter and more portable. Screen quality on both is comparable with full HD IPS displays, but the ASUS excels with higher color accuracy, which is essential for design work; however, this comes with added weight and potentially lesser portability compared to the lighter Lenovo.
Content Creation
8.2
7.4
8.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
32.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 is very good for content creation, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17" 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
7.2
8.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.8/10
32.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 and Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17" are both good for software development, though the ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 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
7.2
6.7
17.3in
SIZE
17.3in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
400.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
307.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 has a better screen than the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17" for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
For general use, both the ASUS ZenBook Pro 17 and the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17" offer satisfactory visuals with ample resolution and brightness, ensuring a clear and vibrant display for everyday tasks like browsing and video streaming. When it comes to engineering and design, both laptops provide a wide range of colors, crucial for precision in visual work, though they may not match the top-tier displays designed specifically for professional color work. However, for gaming and 3D applications, the lower refresh rate of these screens may detract from the smoothness and responsiveness that avid gamers and professionals in 3D graphics typically require.
Build Quality
7.2
6.5
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 has good build quality, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17" 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
$784
$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 17" costs $784.
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Key similarities
Battery
9.0 Hours
9.0 Hours
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 has 9 hours of battery life. The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17" has 9 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
17.3in
SIZE
17.3in
5.1 lbs
WEIGHT
4.4 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17" and ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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How the ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 and the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17" compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 | Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17" |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,500 | $784 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | June 1, 2022 | April 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 15.6'' x 10.2'' x 0.74'' | 15.7'' x 10.8'' x 0.78'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.18 lbs | 4.49 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 15.55" | 15.71" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.18" | 10.79" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 9 6900HX | AMD Ryzen 5 5625U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 32 GB | 8 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 1 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 9 Hours | 9 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 76 Wh | 45 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 17.3" | 17.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 400 nits | 307 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.2/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.1/10 | 7.2/10 | |
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 | 6/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | No | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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Alex Iliev | December 2022
"The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17" defies expectations. Indeed, it is just a minor upgrade over last year. However, this doesn’t make the laptop any less terrific. It’s got a great performance, courtesy of the Ryzen 5x25U processors. In addition, you get a pretty good battery life. Perhaps, the 2-hour decrease in video playback, compared to last year is not great, but still, 10 hours of Web browsing and 7 hours of video playback is okay for 17-inch notebooks."
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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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