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Updated January 12, 2024·
If you prioritize saving money, the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15" is a cost-effective choice, but its display and overall performance may not suit demanding tasks or those who prefer crisper visuals. The Maypug 15" Laptop, while more expensive, offers a better display quality thanks to its IPS panel, which can present more vivid colors and wider viewing angles. Both laptops have similar storage and memory, but the Lenovo has a more capable processor for general tasks. For lighter use and media consumption, the Maypug might be preferable despite its higher price. Consider how much you value display quality and performance when making your choice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15"
- The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15" has no clear advantages over the Maypug 15" Laptop.
Advantages of the Maypug 15" Laptop
- Good battery life
Key differences
Screen Quality
5.2
5.7
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
220.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15" has a better screen than the Maypug 15" Laptop for software development, and content creation, while the Maypug 15" Laptop has a better screen for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
When considering the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 and the Maypug 15" Laptop for general use, the poor screen quality can be attributed to a lackluster panel type that delivers less vibrant colors, lower resolution that results in less sharp images, and dim brightness which hinders visibility in well-lit areas. For engineering and design, these laptops' screens fall short due to limited color accuracy and narrow color gamuts, which are crucial for precise color work. Gaming and 3D applications would be less immersive on these devices as they have lower refresh rates that do not support smooth motion and lack the desired resolution and panel quality that contribute to a crisp, engaging visual experience.
Battery
5.0 Hours
7.0 Hours
The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15" has 5 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.
Build Quality
6.5
5.1
The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15" 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
$360
$600
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
$800
$900
The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15" has a price of $360 and the Maypug 15" Laptop costs $600.
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Key similarities
General Use
6.2
5.8
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
220.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
5.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
6.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
7.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.5/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15" to be only fair for general use, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 offers a better CPU and manages heat more efficiently, leading to a more reliable performance for general use, while the Maypug 15" Laptop, despite better battery life, falls short due to its weaker CPU and poor speaker and build quality, which affect overall user experience.
Gaming and AI
5.8
5.6
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
1366 x 768
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
The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15" and Maypug 15" Laptop are both poor for gaming and AI.
The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15" and the Maypug 15" Laptop are not well-suited for gaming and 3D tasks because both have integrated graphics cards that are less powerful than dedicated gaming GPUs and have low screen refresh rates of 60Hz, limiting smooth visuals and responsiveness. Additionally, the Lenovo has a weaker CPU and both have subpar screen quality at lower resolutions, further compromising performance and visual experience in high-demand scenarios like gaming and 3D rendering.
Engineering and Design
5.8
5.6
4.2/10
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 15" and Maypug 15" Laptop are both poor for engineering and design.
The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15" has a modest Intel i3 processor with integrated graphics and a lower-quality TN display with basic resolution and a narrow color range, features that are not ideal for processing-intensive engineering software or detailed design work.
Content Creation
6.3
5.9
4.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
8.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15" to be only fair 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
6.3
5.9
4.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
8.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
6.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15" to be only fair 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.
Portability
Good
Good
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
3.7 lbs
WEIGHT
3.6 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15" and Maypug 15" Laptop both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15" | Maypug 15" Laptop |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$360 | $600 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | October 1, 2021 | January 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.3'' x 10'' x 0.78'' | 14'' x 11.1'' x 0.78'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.75 lbs | 3.6 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.26" | 13.97" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.98" | 11.1" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i3-1115G4 | 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 | 5 Hours | 7 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 35 Wh | 29.6 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | TN | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1366 x 768 | 1366 x 768 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 220 nits | 200 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 6.5/10 | 5.1/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.6/10 | 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 | 6.5/10 | 4.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | No | No | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 3 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 0 | 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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Sascha Mölck | February 2023
"The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 is an enduring office notebook with a powerful Ryzen APU. Lenovo's office all-rounder easily handles office and internet applications as well as modest games - the Ryzen 5 5625U APU and 16 GB of RAM make this possible. The CPU and GPU can work at consistently high clock rates. The emission values are okay, but the noise emissions should be lower under medium to full load. The relatively light notebook (approx. 1.6 kg) achieves practical battery runtimes of about 10 to 11 hours."
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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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