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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Dell Alienware x14 R1 offers better performance for intensive tasks, including gaming, 3D modeling, and engineering software, thanks to its robust processor and powerful dedicated graphics card. However, it is more expensive and comes with a heavier build, making it less portable. The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14", on the other hand, is more affordable and lighter, making it easier to carry around. It's suitable for general use and lighter workloads, but it doesn't perform as well in demanding applications or gaming due to its integrated graphics and less powerful processor. If long battery life is important, the IdeaPad has an edge. Choose the Alienware for high performance in demanding tasks and the IdeaPad for general use, mobility, and better battery life. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Alienware x14 R1
- Good for general use
- Very good for engineering and design
- Good for gaming and AI
- Good overall display quality
- Very good overall build quality
- Good speakers
- Very good keyboard
Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14"
- Very good battery life
Key differences
General Use
7.8
6.9
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
411.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
313.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
10.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
8.0/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.2/10
The Dell Alienware x14 R1 is good for general use, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14" is only fair.
The Dell Alienware x14 R1 is rated better for general use compared to the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14" because it has a significantly more powerful CPU and GPU, higher RAM, and a higher-quality screen which results in better performance, higher brightness, and wider color coverage, making it more suitable for tasks that demand more power and better visual quality. However, the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14" is lighter and has slightly longer battery life, making it a more portable option but with less storage capacity, less RAM, and a less color-accurate screen which may affect multitasking and the overall viewing experience.
Gaming and AI
7.6
6.0
7.0/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
9.5/10
The Dell Alienware x14 R1 is good for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14" is only fair.
The Dell Alienware x14 R1 has a powerful Nvidia RTX 3060 graphics card and a high screen refresh rate, making it well-suited for gaming and 3D applications, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14" uses an integrated AMD GPU with a standard refresh rate, which is less capable in handling demanding graphics tasks.
Engineering and Design
8.2
6.1
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.6/10
7.0/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The Dell Alienware x14 R1 is very good for engineering and design, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14" is only fair.
The Dell Alienware x14 R1 excels for engineering and design thanks to its stronger CPU, double the RAM, and a more powerful GPU compared to the Lenovo IdeaPad 3, coupled with a higher quality screen that boasts better brightness and color accuracy. While both are portable with 14" screens, the IdeaPad 3 is lighter and has longer battery life, but its relatively lower-end processor and integrated graphics, less RAM, and inferior screen may limit its performance for demanding engineering tasks.
Content Creation
7.9
7.1
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Alienware x14 R1 and Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14" are both good for content creation, though the Dell Alienware x14 R1 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.
Software Development
7.7
7.1
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
The Dell Alienware x14 R1 and Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14" are both good for software development, though the Dell Alienware x14 R1 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
7.9
6.4
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
411.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
313.0 nits
The Dell Alienware x14 R1 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 Dell Alienware x14 R1, with its high-quality panel, resolution, and brightness, offers a crisp and vibrant display for everyday tasks and detail-oriented work in engineering and design, where color accuracy and range are crucial. However, its lower refresh rate may not suit fast-paced gaming or 3D applications where smooth motion is key. In contrast, the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14" provides an adequate display for general activities and professional work with acceptable color representation but falls short for gaming and 3D purposes due to its modest refresh rate and less impressive visual fidelity.
Build Quality
8.5
6.5
The Dell Alienware x14 R1 has very 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
$1,201
$490
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The Dell Alienware x14 R1 has a price of $1,201 and the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14" costs $490.
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Key similarities
Battery
9.0 Hours
10.0 Hours
The Dell Alienware x14 R1 has 9 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.
Portability
Very Good
Very Good
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
4.0 lbs
WEIGHT
3.1 lbs
0.5in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14" and Dell Alienware x14 R1 both have very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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How the Dell Alienware x14 R1 and the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14" compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Dell Alienware x14 R1 | Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14" |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,201 | $490 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | August 1, 2022 | October 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.7'' x 10.3'' x 0.57'' | 12.8'' x 8.5'' x 0.78'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.06 lbs | 3.1 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.66" | 12.76" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.34" | 8.49" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-12700H | AMD Ryzen 5 5500U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 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 | 9 Hours | 10 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 80 Wh | 45 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 144Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 411 nits | 313 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.1/10 | 8.3/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7/10 | 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 | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 1 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 3 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 4 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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Dell Alienware x14 R1
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Andreas Osthoff | March 2022
"The Alienware X14 series is thinner, but also slower than the competition. With the X series, you get plenty of modern technology: Intel Alder Lake CPUs, GeForce RTX 3000 GPUs, Thunderbolt 4, PCIe 4.0, Wi-Fi 6E, G-Sync, and Advanced Optimus. However, the slim design has some drawbacks, just like its larger siblings. The shifted hinge position results in a very deep device with a large footprint compared to the competition."
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 Dell
Dell is a highly recognizable American technology company, and is one of the largest personal computer vendor by market share. Their laptops are very popular for both personal and professional use, and they also own the Alienware brand which makes mid to high end gaming laptops. Their premium XPS range of laptops offer great build quality and portability, while Latitude and Precision laptops are known for reliability, repairability and performance for business users.
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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