•  Date Published: 13 Jun 2023
    • Intel Pentium 8505
    • Intel UHD Graphics Xe G4 (48EU)
    • 17.3”, HD+ (1600 x 900), TN
    • 512GB SSD
    • 16GB DDR4
    • 2.04 kg (4.5 lbs)
    3.9
    TOTAL SCORE
    8.3 Portability Excellent
    1.5 Display Bad
    5.0 For Work Average
    2.4 For Gaming Mediocre
    Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17

    Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17

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    Review

    Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17 in-depth review

    Last year, there was one device that stood above others, when we talk about affordable 17-inchers. It was the IdeaPad 3 (17", 2021), and now, we have its next generation product. Unsurprisingly its name is the IdeaPad 3 (17", 2022).Although it might not have any changes on the outside, it comes with a redesigned hearth. To keep the price down, you won't really get access to the latest AMD CPUs, but you still have a touch on the next best thing - the Ryzen 7 5825U.To be completely honest, it's not too different from the Ryzen 7 6800U, with the exception of the integrated graphics card. In addition to that, you can expect a really potent display option.In fact, it was the display that made last year's model so irresistible.You can check the prices and configurations in our S[...]

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    Pros

    • 1x SODIMM, 1x M.2 PCIe x4, 1x 2.5-inch SATA (optional)
    • Optional fingerprint reader
    • 96% sRGB coverage and accurate color representation with our Gaming and Web design profile (LEN173FHD (LEN9082))
    • No PWM (LEN173FHD (LEN9082))
    • SD card slot
    • Surprisingly good performance
    • Decent battery life

    Cons

    • Plastic build with mediocre quality
    • The keyboard is not great

    Disassembly, maintenance and upgrade options

    The upgrade options here are good, but the inevitable limitations of the Ryzen 5000U processors strike the M.2 maximum speeds.Check out all Lenovo IdeaPad 3 (17", 2022) prices and configurations in our Specs System, or read more in our In-Depth review.1. Remove the bottom plate To open this notebook, you need to undo 10 Phillips-head screws. Then, pry the bottom panel with a plastic tool, and remove it from the chassis.2. Remove the battery This device's 45Wh battery pack lasts for nearly 10 hours of Web browsing, or 7 hours of video playback. To take it out, unplug the b[...]

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