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Lenovo 21A4002HUS-3810-28651 ThinkBook 15 G3 Laptop Ryzen 5 20GB 1TB SSD

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A 15.6-inch business laptop with AMD Ryzen 5, 20GB RAM, and 1TB SSD for dependable everyday productivity.

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Overview

The Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G3 ACL is a business-oriented laptop built around the AMD Ryzen 5 5500U processor, a six-core chip that balances performance and efficiency for everyday productivity tasks. Paired with 20GB of DDR4 RAM — a generous allocation that combines 4GB soldered onboard with a 16GB SO-DIMM — and a 1TB PCIe SSD, this machine handles office applications, web browsing, video conferencing, and moderate multitasking without hesitation. The 15.6-inch Full HD IPS panel provides crisp 1920x1080 resolution with consistent viewing angles, while the grey backlit keyboard supports comfortable typing in any lighting condition.

Connectivity is a strong point for the ThinkBook 15 G3, with two USB 3.2 Type-C Gen2 ports, two USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-A ports, HDMI output, an SD card reader, and a built-in RJ-45 Ethernet jack complementing 802.11ax Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.2 wireless. At just 3.75 pounds and 0.75 inches thin in its Mineral Grey chassis, the laptop remains portable enough for commuting and travel. Windows 10 Pro provides enterprise-grade features including BitLocker encryption and remote desktop, with an upgrade path to Windows 11 available. The 65W power supply keeps the 3-cell 45 WHr battery charged, though users who frequently work unplugged may want to keep the charger accessible.

Key Features

15.6" Full HD (1920x1080) 60Hz IPS Display; 802.11ax Wifi, Bluetooth 5.2, Ethernet LAN (RJ-45), 720p HD Webcam, Backlit, .

AMD Ryzen 5 5500U Hexa Core 5th Gen AMD Ryzen 5 5500U 2.10GHz Processor

20GB DDR4 RAM (4GB Onboard + 16GB SODIMM); 65W Power Supply, 3-Cell 45 WHr Battery; Mineral Grey Color, .

1TB PCIe NVMe SSD; 2 USB 3.2 Gen1, 1 HDMI, 2 USB 3.2 Type-C Gen2, Windows 10 Pro-64.,

Includes Microsoft 365 Personal 1 Year Subscription for 1 User

Specifications

Brand
Lenovo
Model
21A4002HUS-3810-28651
Processor
AMD Ryzen 5 5500U 2.10GHz (up to 4 GHz)
Memory
20GB DDR4 (4GB Onboard + 16GB SO-DIMM)
Storage
1TB PCIe SSD
Graphics
AMD Radeon Integrated
Display
15.6" Full HD (1920x1080) 60Hz IPS
Operating System
Windows 10 Pro 64-bit
Wi-Fi
802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6)
Bluetooth
5.2
Webcam
720p HD
Keyboard
Grey Backlit
Ports
2x USB 3.2 Gen1, 1x HDMI, 2x USB 3.2 Type-C Gen2, SD Card Reader, RJ-45 Ethernet
Battery
3-Cell 45 WHr
Power Supply
65W
Color
Mineral Grey
Dimensions
14.05 x 9.25 x 0.75 inches
Weight
3.75 lbs

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

  • 20GB RAM provides ample headroom for multitasking and business applications
  • 1TB PCIe SSD offers fast boot times and generous storage for files and applications
  • Full array of ports including USB-C, HDMI, Ethernet, and SD card reader eliminates dongle dependency
  • 15.6-inch Full HD IPS display delivers clear visuals with wide viewing angles
  • Lightweight at 3.75 pounds for a 15-inch business laptop

👎 Cons

  • 45 WHr battery is on the smaller side for a 15.6-inch laptop, limiting unplugged endurance
  • 720p webcam produces lower quality video compared to 1080p cameras on competing models
  • 4GB of RAM is soldered, so total memory expansion depends on the single SO-DIMM slot
  • Integrated AMD Radeon graphics are not suited for demanding creative or gaming workloads
  • 60Hz display refresh rate is standard but unremarkable compared to higher-refresh options

Frequently Asked Questions

The ThinkBook 15 G3 comes with 4GB soldered onboard and a 16GB SO-DIMM module. The SO-DIMM slot supports replacement, so you could swap the 16GB module for a 32GB one where supported, though total capacity depends on chipset limits.
Yes, it includes a grey backlit keyboard for comfortable typing in low-light environments.
The ThinkBook 15 G3 provides 2 USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-A ports, 2 USB 3.2 Type-C Gen2 ports, 1 HDMI port, an SD card reader, and an RJ-45 Ethernet port.
This configuration ships with Windows 10 Pro 64-bit, which is eligible for upgrade to Windows 11 if the hardware meets Microsoft's requirements.
The ThinkBook 15 G3 uses a 3-cell 45 WHr battery. With the Ryzen 5 5500U's efficient architecture, expect moderate battery life suitable for meetings and light travel, though the smaller battery capacity favors plugged-in use for extended sessions.