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Updated January 12, 2024·
Choosing between the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14" and the Maypug 15" Laptop depends on your preferences and needs. If price is a major concern and you want to save money, the Lenovo is often somewhat less expensive and offers better overall performance due to its AMD Ryzen 5 processor compared to the Intel Celeron in the Maypug. However, the Maypug has a larger screen size, which may be preferable for those who prioritize a bigger display for productivity or entertainment, despite its lower screen resolution and graphics capabilities. The Lenovo IdeaPad is also more portable because it's lighter and slightly smaller, making it a good fit for those who carry their laptop often. Both laptops run Windows 11 Home and have comparable memory and storage, but the IdeaPad's higher performance could make it a better choice for more intensive tasks. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14"
- Good for software development
- Good for content creation
- Very good portability
- Very good battery life
Advantages of the Maypug 15" Laptop
- The Maypug 15" Laptop has no clear advantages over the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14".
Key differences
General Use
6.9
5.8
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
313.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
10.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
6.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
8.2/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14" is only fair for general use, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 offers better performance for general tasks with a stronger CPU, more vibrant and higher resolution screen, which enhances the user's experience, as well as longer battery life for extended use without frequent charging. Whereas the Maypug laptop has a less powerful processor and a lower resolution screen which may hinder multitasking efficiency and multimedia clarity, in addition to a shorter battery lifespan, limiting its usefulness for prolonged activities.
Engineering and Design
6.1
5.6
4.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
8.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14" is only fair for engineering and design, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 has a more capable AMD Ryzen processor and better graphics capabilities suited for the demands of engineering and design, whereas the Maypug 15" Laptop is hindered by its less powerful Intel Celeron processor and basic integrated graphics, making it less ideal for such tasks. Additionally, the IdeaPad 3's display offers higher resolution and better screen quality, which is crucial for design precision, while the Maypug's lower resolution display falls short in offering the clarity needed for detailed work.
Content Creation
7.1
5.9
4.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
8.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14" is good for content creation, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
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
7.1
5.9
4.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
8.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
6.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14" is good for software development, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
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
6.4
5.7
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
313.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14" has a better screen than the Maypug 15" Laptop for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
For general use, the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 offers a balance with its resolution and brightness, providing a clear and comfortable viewing experience, while the Maypug's lower quality in these areas may result in a less sharp and dimmer display. In engineering and design, the Lenovo's fair color accuracy ensures that design work is reasonably represented, but the Maypug's poor color gamuts make it less suitable for accurate color work. Lastly, for 3D and gaming, the Lenovo's standard refresh rate is adequate for casual use, whereas avid gamers might find both laptops lacking due to their lower refresh rates and the Maypug's inadequate resolution and panel type affecting overall visual quality.
Battery
10.0 Hours
7.0 Hours
The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14" has 10 hours of battery life. The Maypug 15" Laptop has 7 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
Good
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
3.1 lbs
WEIGHT
3.6 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14" has very good portability, while the Maypug 15" Laptop has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
6.5
5.1
The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14" has only fair build quality, while the Maypug 15" Laptop has poor build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$490
$600
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
$800
$900
The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14" has a price of $490 and the Maypug 15" Laptop costs $600.
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Key similarities
Gaming and AI
6.0
5.6
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
9.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14" to be only fair for gaming and AI, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 is better suited for gaming and 3D applications because it has a more powerful GPU in the AMD Ryzen 5 5500U Vega 7 and a higher quality display with greater resolution, contributing to better overall performance and visual clarity.
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How the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14" and the Maypug 15" Laptop compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14" | Maypug 15" Laptop |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$490 | $600 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | October 1, 2021 | January 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.8'' x 8.5'' x 0.78'' | 14'' x 11.1'' x 0.78'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.1 lbs | 3.6 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.76" | 13.97" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.49" | 11.1" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 5 5500U | Intel Celeron N5095 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 8 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 1 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 256 GB | 256 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 10 Hours | 7 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 45 Wh | 29.6 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1366 x 768 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 313 nits | 200 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 6.5/10 | 5.1/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.3/10 | 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 | 9.5/10 | 7.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 6.5/10 | 6/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6/10 | 4.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | No | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 1 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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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 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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