Lenovo Ideapad
Score: 55/100
HP Chromebook 14
Score: 59/100Rankings
The HP Chromebook 14 offers strong portability and long battery life for basic web-based tasks, but its low-end processor, limited RAM, and modest display keep it in the budget segment.
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 | 14 hoursbest | |
8 GBbest | 4 GB | |
15.6 inchesbest | 14 inches | |
256 GBbest | 64 GB | |
| ↓ lower better | 1.65 kg | 1.47 kgbest |
3,200 MHz | 4,266 MHzbest | |
— | 250 nitsbest | |
1 countbest | 1 countbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Performance(2) | ||
Processor Model | Intel Core i3-1115G4 | Intel Celeron N4120 |
Graphics GPU Model | Intel UHD Graphics | Intel UHD Graphics 600 |
Memory & Storage(4) | ||
RAM Capacity (GB) | 8 GB | 4 GB |
RAM Speed (MHz) | 3200 MHz | 4266 MHz |
Storage Type | PCIe NVMe | eMMC |
Storage Capacity (GB) | 256 GB | 64 GB |
Software(1) | ||
Operating System | Windows 11 Home | Chrome OS |
Display(3) | ||
Display Size (inches) | 15.6 inches | 14.0 inches |
Display Resolution | 1366 x 768 | 1366x768 |
Brightness (nits) | 200-220 nits | 250 nits |
Battery & Power(3) | ||
Battery Life (hours) | 7 hours | 14 hours |
Weight (kg) | 1.65 kg | 1.47 kg |
Thickness (mm) | 19.8 mm | 18 mm |
Connectivity(3) | ||
Wi‑Fi Standard | Wi‑Fi 5 | 802.11ac |
Bluetooth Version | 5.1 | 5.0 |
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.
Professional reviewers consider the HP Chromebook 14 a solid budget option with strong portability, battery life, and a clean Chrome OS experience, but they warn that the Celeron processor and limited 4 GB RAM restrict performance for anything beyond basic web tasks.
Everyday users praise the Chromebook for its instant boot, reliable webcam, and versatile ports, especially for students and casual browsing, while common complaints focus on the low-resolution screen, limited storage, RAM constraints, warmth during use, and the lack of a backlit keyboard.
“Perfect for my kids' schoolwork and streaming Netflix.”
“Boots up in seconds and never crashes.”
“Love the USB-C and HDMI ports - easy to connect to my monitor.”
