When choosing between the Gigabyte A5 and the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14", consider your primary use case. The Gigabyte A5, with a more powerful processor and a high-end graphics card, is well suited for gaming, 3D modeling, and other intensive tasks, but it's heavier and has a shorter battery life. On the other hand, the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14" is more affordable and offers longer battery life for general use and lighter tasks; its integrated graphics are fine for everyday activities but not for high-performance gaming or professional graphics work. If portability and battery life are important and you do not require high-end graphics, the Lenovo IdeaPad might be the better option; however, if you need higher performance for demanding applications and can handle a higher price and less portability, the Gigabyte A5 would be worth considering. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Gigabyte A5
Good for general use
Good for engineering and design
Good for gaming and AI
Good overall display quality
Good overall build quality
Very good speakers
Good keyboard
Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14"
Very good portability
Very good battery life
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.1/10
6.0/10
7.3/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
9.5/10
The Gigabyte A5 is good for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14" is only fair.
The Gigabyte A5 stands out for gaming and 3D with its Nvidia RTX 3060 GPU which is more powerful than the integrated graphics on the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14", and with a screen refresh rate of 144Hz, it is better suited for fast-paced visuals than the Lenovo's 60Hz, enhancing the gaming experience. While the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 offers portability and longer battery life, it compromises on performance and screen refresh rate, making it less ideal for intensive gaming and 3D applications.
Engineering and Design
7.3/10
6.1/10
6.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.6/10
7.3/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The Gigabyte A5 is good for engineering and design, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14" is only fair.
PerfectRec’s Engineering and Design Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for graphic design and 3D rendering work.
Screen Quality
7.2/10
6.4/10
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
281.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
313.0 nits
The Gigabyte A5 has a better screen than the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14" for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
For general use, where tasks include browsing, office applications, and media consumption, the Gigabyte A5 likely offers a higher resolution and brightness, providing a crisp and vibrant display. In engineering and design, accurate color reproduction is critical, and the Gigabyte A5's display may cover a wider color gamut, allowing for more precise work with visuals. However, for gaming and 3D applications, where smooth motion is imperative, the lower refresh rate of the Gigabyte A5 makes it less suitable compared to screens designed for these activities.
Battery
6.5 Hours
10.0 Hours
The Gigabyte A5 has 6.5 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
Good
Very Good
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
4.6 lbs
WEIGHT
3.1 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14" has very good portability, while the Gigabyte A5 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.2/10
6.5/10
The Gigabyte A5 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
$830
$490
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The Gigabyte A5 has a price of $830 and the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14" costs $490.
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Gigabyte A5 to be good for general use, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14" is only fair.
The Gigabyte A5 stands out for general use due to its larger RAM and better gaming-capable graphics card, providing smoother multi-tasking and better performance for heavier applications compared to the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14", which, although having a lighter build and longer battery life, offers less RAM and relies on integrated graphics that are suitable for less demanding tasks. The Gigabyte A5's decent screen quality and fair battery life balance power with usability, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 is more portable and energy-efficient, making it a better choice for those prioritizing mobility and longevity on a charge over raw performance.
Content Creation
7.3/10
7.1/10
6.0/10
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 Gigabyte A5 and Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14" are both good for content creation.
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
7.0/10
7.1/10
6.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14" and Gigabyte A5 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.
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How the Gigabyte A5 and the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14" compare to other laptops
"Ignoring price, the Gigabyte A5 has a hard time against the similarly fast competition. Besides the loud noise in 3D mode (performance mode), the high temperature development of the components should be mentioned on the downside. Despite the relatively thick case, the laptop gets very warm and loud under load, which does not exactly speak for the cooling system. The plastic surfaces look rather cheap and also tend to rattle. In most other disciplines - be it the input devices, the screen, the connectivity or the battery runtime - the Gigabyte laptop does not stand out from the crowd, neither positively nor negatively. However, those who primarily pay attention to the price-performance ratio will get a pretty good offer with the Gigabyte A5."
"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 Gigabyte
Gigabyte is a Taiwanese computer hardware manufacturer. While Gigabyte mainly focuses its business on desktop hardware, Gigabyte is known for its value-oriented G series laptops, thin and light Aero series, and performance-oriented Aorus series. Gigabyte laptops offer a strong value proposition to compete with mainstream alternatives.
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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