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Updated January 10, 2024·
If your highest priority is performance for engineering tasks or intensive 3D work, the ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 with a more powerful processor and more RAM suits your needs better, though this comes at a higher price and the device is less portable than the Lenovo. On the other hand, if you're looking for a more affordable option that’s reasonably suitable for gaming with a higher refresh rate display for fast motion, the Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 is a good fit. However, the Lenovo has less storage and RAM, which could limit performance in demanding applications. Both laptops are not ideal for intensive gaming despite having dedicated graphics cards, but they can handle general gaming needs. The Zenbook also offers a slightly better battery life and screen color accuracy, while the IdeaPad is newer and may have more up-to-date hardware features. 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
- Very good speakers
Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
8.3
7.4
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
400.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
329.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
7.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.0/10
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 is very good for general use, while the Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 is good.
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 is considered very good for general use mainly due to its higher RAM, which supports better multitasking, a more advanced CPU for faster processing, and a larger, higher-quality screen, coupled with a longer battery life, making it more suitable for extended use without the need for frequent charging. In contrast, the Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 has less RAM which is suitable for general tasks but not as efficient for heavy multitasking, a less powerful CPU that still handles general activities well, and a smaller screen that offers good quality but less workspace, with the tradeoff of a shorter battery life which may require more regular access to power for longer use sessions.
Engineering and Design
8.1
7.2
8.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
5.1/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
32.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 is very good for engineering and design, while the Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 is good.
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 offers superior CPU performance, more RAM, and a higher quality GPU than the Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3, making it better suited for demanding engineering and design tasks, though it's a bit less portable due to its larger screen size. The Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3, while still adequate for engineering and has a capable GPU, is more budget-friendly and offers better portability with its smaller size, but has less RAM and a less powerful CPU which could limit performance in complex scenarios.
Content Creation
8.2
7.4
8.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
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 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
8.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
32.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 and Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 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
7.2
17.3in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
400.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
329.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 has a better screen than the Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 for engineering and design, software development, and content creation, while the Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 has a better screen for gaming and AI.
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 and the Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 both offer screens with sufficient resolution and brightness for everyday tasks, making them suitable for general use. However, for engineering and design professionals who require accurate color representation, both may fall short due to limited color gamut coverage, impacting their effectiveness in high-level color-critical work. For gaming and 3D applications, where a high refresh rate is crucial for smooth visuals, neither laptop's display meets the standard, meaning that fast-moving images may not appear as crisp or fluid as desired.
Cost
$1,500
$549
$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 Gaming 3 costs $549.
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Key similarities
Gaming and AI
6.9
6.5
5.1/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 and Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 offers better gaming and 3D performance because it has a more powerful GPU (Nvidia RTX 3050) than the Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 (Nvidia RTX 2050), although the IdeaPad has a higher screen refresh rate (120Hz compared to 60Hz), which can lead to smoother visuals during gaming on the Lenovo device.
Battery
9.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 has 9 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
17.3in
SIZE
15.6in
5.1 lbs
WEIGHT
5.1 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.8in
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 and Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.2
7.2
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 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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Spec Comparison
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| ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 | Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,500 | $549 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | June 1, 2022 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 15.6'' x 10.2'' x 0.74'' | 14.2'' x 10.5'' x 0.86'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.18 lbs | 5.1 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 15.55" | 14.16" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.18" | 10.49" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 9 6900HX | AMD Ryzen 7 7735HS | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 32 GB | 8 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 9 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 76 Wh | 60 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 17.3" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 120Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 400 nits | 329 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.2/10 | 7.2/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.1/10 | 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 | 7.5/10 | 7/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 6.8/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 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 | 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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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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