Apple MacBook Pro MPXQ2
Score: 70/100
Lenovo Ideapad
Score: 55/100Rankings
The 13-inch MacBook Pro Retina delivers a sharp display and solid performance, but its non-upgradable internals and limited ports keep it from feeling future-proof.
The 2022 Ideapad 3 is a budget-friendly 15.6" HD touchscreen laptop with an i3-1115G4 processor, 8 GB RAM and a fast 256 GB SSD. It offers solid everyday performance and good connectivity, but its low-resolution display, modest battery life and basic build limit its appeal for demanding tasks.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
10 hoursbest | 7 hours | |
8 GBbest | 8 GBbest | |
13.3 inches | 15.6 inchesbest | |
256 GBbest | 256 GBbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 1.36 kgbest | 1.65 kg |
1,600 MHz | 3,200 MHzbest | |
300 nitsbest | — | |
— | 1 countbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Performance(2) | ||
Processor Model | Intel Core i5 | Intel Core i3-1115G4 |
Graphics GPU Model | Intel Iris Graphics | Intel UHD Graphics |
Memory & Storage(2) | ||
RAM Speed (MHz) | 1600 MHz | 3200 MHz |
Storage Type | PCIe | PCIe NVMe |
Software(1) | ||
Operating System | OS X Mavericks | Windows 11 Home |
Display(3) | ||
Display Size (inches) | 13.3 inches | 15.6 inches |
Display Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 1366 x 768 |
Brightness (nits) | 300 nits | 200-220 nits |
Battery & Power(3) | ||
Battery Life (hours) | 10 hours | 7 hours |
Weight (kg) | 1.36 kg | 1.65 kg |
Thickness (mm) | 212.3 mm | 19.8 mm |
Connectivity(3) | ||
Wi‑Fi Standard | 802.11ac | Wi‑Fi 5 |
Bluetooth Version | 4.0 | 5.1 |
USB‑A Ports (count) | 2 count | 3 count |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers lauded the Retina display, trackpad, and battery life, while criticizing the premium price, limited connectivity and lack of newer features like USB-C.
Users praise the stunning screen and battery endurance, but note fan noise and the inability to upgrade RAM or storage.
Professional reviewers agree the IdeaPad 3 delivers reliable basic performance and solid value, but note the low-resolution TN panel, average audio and lack of Wi-Fi 6 and a backlit keyboard as drawbacks.
Everyday users appreciate the touchscreen, numeric keypad and fast SSD, rating it well for study and light work. Complaints focus on the dim low-quality display, weak speakers, webcam issues, chassis flex and modest battery life.
