The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14" is more affordable, which makes it an appealing option for everyday tasks and general use. It's equipped with an AMD Ryzen 5 processor adequate for moderate workloads. However, if you require more power for demanding tasks like 3D work, machine learning, or gaming, the Razer Book 13, with its Intel i7 processor and Iris Xe graphics, may be better despite its higher price. Additionally, if portability and screen quality are priorities, the Razer Book offers a slightly smaller, lighter frame and a higher resolution screen. In contrast, the Lenovo might afford you more battery life and ease on your wallet. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14"
The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14" has no clear advantages over the Razer Book 13.
Advantages of the Razer Book 13
Good for general use
Good for engineering and design
Good overall display quality
Very good overall build quality
Excellent portability
Excellent battery life
Good speakers
Very good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
6.9/10
7.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
313.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
507.0 nits
10.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
14.0 Hours
6.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
8.2/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.0/10
The Razer Book 13 is good for general use, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14" is only fair.
The Razer Book 13 offers a more robust computing experience for general use because it has a higher quality CPU and double the RAM of the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14", which translates to smoother multitasking and performance. Additionally, the Razer Book boasts better screen quality with higher brightness and color coverage, making for a more vivid and sharp visual experience, alongside a longer battery life and superior portability, all contributing to its higher suitability for general use despite likely being at a higher price point.
Engineering and Design
6.1/10
7.1/10
4.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Razer Book 13 is good for engineering and design, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14" is only fair.
The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14" has more modest performance capabilities due to its lower RAM and less powerful CPU and GPU, suitable for lighter engineering tasks, while the Razer Book 13's higher RAM, more robust CPU, and superior integrated GPU make it better for more demanding design and engineering software. Furthermore, the Razer Book 13's higher resolution and touchscreen features offer a better screen quality for detailed work, though both are commendable for their portability and have good enough keyboards and speakers for general use.
Screen Quality
6.4/10
7.3/10
14.0in
SIZE
13.4in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
313.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
507.0 nits
The Razer Book 13 has a better screen than the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14" for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
For general use, the Lenovo IdeaPad 3's screen might not be as sharp or vibrant due to lower resolution and brightness compared to the Razer Book 13, which offers a higher resolution and brighter display providing a more comfortable viewing experience. In terms of engineering and design, the Razer Book 13 is likely better because it probably covers a wider range of color gamuts like DCI-P3 and Adobe RGB, making it suitable for color-critical work, whereas the Lenovo may fall short here. However, for gaming and 3D tasks, neither laptop is ideal as they both lack high refresh rates, which are essential for smooth visuals in fast-paced scenarios, though their resolution and panel types are adequate but not optimal.
Battery
10.0 Hours
14.0 Hours
The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14" has 10 hours of battery life. The Razer Book 13 has 14 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
Excellent
14.0in
SIZE
13.4in
3.1 lbs
WEIGHT
3.0 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Razer Book 13 has excellent portability, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14" has very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
6.5/10
8.5/10
The Razer Book 13 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
$490
$1,389
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14" has a price of $490 and the Razer Book 13 costs $1,389.
The Razer Book 13 and Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14" are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14" has an integrated AMD Ryzen Vega 7 GPU which offers modest gaming capabilities, while the Razer Book 13's Intel Iris Xe graphics provide similar performance, making both fair for gaming and 3D tasks. Both laptops feature a standard screen refresh rate and satisfactory CPU and screen quality, placing them on par for casual gaming and everyday use rather than high-end gaming or professional 3D work.
Content Creation
7.1/10
7.6/10
4.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Razer Book 13 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
7.1/10
7.5/10
4.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
6.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Razer Book 13 and Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14" 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 Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14" and the Razer Book 13 compare to other laptops
"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."
"The Razer Book is like an XPS 13, but faster. The Book 13 combines the design philosophy and performance of a Blade Stealth with the 16:10 display of a Dell XPS 13 for an impressive piece of hardware. Office users who want something more stylish than the typical Dell, HP or Lenovo will certainly find themselves drawn to this Razer subnotebook. If your priorities are to have the best-looking and fastest 13-inch laptop in the office over auxiliary features, however, then the Book 13 proudly fulfills that niche."
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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.
About Razer
Razer is an American-Singaporean technology company. Razer is best known for their Blade series laptops, well known for their strong performance and sleek design. Although Razer charges a premium price tag for their laptops, buyers can expect a stealthy laptop with clean fit and finish and strong performance. All of their models offer great portability and build quality compared to other gaming laptops.
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