Lenovo Ideapad
Score: 55/100
HP 15-inch Business
Score: 72/100Rankings
The HP 15.6" Business Laptop pairs a 13th-gen i3 CPU, 32 GB RAM and a Full HD IPS screen, targeting students and small-business users who need solid productivity and connectivity. Its bulk, integrated graphics and modest webcam keep it from premium tiers.
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 | | |
|---|---|---|
7 hours | 10 hoursbest | |
8 GB | 32 GBbest | |
15.6 inchesbest | 15.6 inchesbest | |
256 GB | 1,120 GBbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 1.65 kgbest | 2.722 kg |
3,200 MHzbest | 3,200 MHzbest | |
— | 250 nitsbest | |
1 countbest | 1 countbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Performance(1) | ||
Processor Model | Intel Core i3-1115G4 | Intel Core i3-1315U |
Memory & Storage(3) | ||
RAM Capacity (GB) | 8 GB | 32 GB |
Storage Type | PCIe NVMe | PCIe NVMe SSD |
Storage Capacity (GB) | 256 GB | 1120 GB |
Software(1) | ||
Operating System | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Pro |
Display(2) | ||
Display Resolution | 1366 x 768 | 1920x1080 |
Brightness (nits) | 200-220 nits | 250 nits |
Battery & Power(3) | ||
Battery Life (hours) | 7 hours | 10 hours |
Weight (kg) | 1.65 kg | 2.722 kg |
Thickness (mm) | 19.8 mm | 239.3 mm |
Connectivity(3) | ||
Wi‑Fi Standard | Wi‑Fi 5 | Wi‑Fi 6 |
Bluetooth Version | 5.1 | 5.3 |
USB‑A Ports (count) | 3 count | 2 count |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
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.
Reviewers see it as a strong value in the business segment, highlighting the newer CPU, display and connectivity, while noting the integrated graphics and bulk as trade-offs.
Users appreciate the smooth everyday performance and Office access, but mention the basic webcam, weight and occasional heat throttling.
“13th Gen i3 CPU provides strong performance for everyday tasks.”
“Full HD IPS display with anti-glare is great for work.”
“Battery lasts all day, up to 10 h.”
