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Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15 Touch Ryzen 7 20GB RAM 2TB SSD

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Lenovo's IdeaPad 3 pairs a Ryzen 7 processor with 20GB RAM and a 2TB SSD in a lightweight 15.6-inch touchscreen package.

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Overview

The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15 is a well-rounded business and productivity laptop that punches above its class with an AMD Ryzen 7 5700U processor featuring eight cores and sixteen threads. Paired with 20GB of DDR4 3200MHz memory and a spacious 2TB PCIe NVMe SSD, this configuration is built to handle heavy multitasking, large file management, and demanding office applications without bottlenecks. The 15.6-inch Full HD IPS touchscreen display delivers 300 nits of brightness with an anti-glare finish, making it suitable for a range of lighting conditions.

Practical features round out the package: a backlit keyboard for working in dim environments, a touch-style fingerprint reader for quick and secure logins, and a 720p webcam with a privacy shutter for video calls. Connectivity includes USB-C 3.2 Gen 1, USB-A ports, HDMI 1.4b, and a card reader. At 3.64 pounds and under an inch thick, it remains portable enough for daily commutes. The laptop ships with Windows 10 Professional, giving business users access to domain join, BitLocker, and remote desktop capabilities out of the box.

Key Features

▌Upgraded ▌Seal is opened for upgrade ONLY, from Base Model with Specis 12GB DDR4 RAM, 512GB PCIe SSD. 1-years warraty on Upgraded RAM/SSD from Seller, and original 1-Year Manufacture warranty on remaining components. CPU: AMD Ryzen 7 5700U Processor @ 1.80GHz (8 Cores, 16 Threads, 4MB L2 / 8MB L3 Cache, up to 4.3 GHz)

Display: 15.6" FHD (1920x1080) Touchscreen IPS 300nits Anti-glare, 45% NTSC; Graphics: AMD Radeon Graphics; 720p with Privacy Shutter Webcam and 2x, Array Microphone Ideal for Home, Student, Professionals, Small Business, School Education, and Commercial Enterprise, Online Class, Google Classroom, Remote Learning, Zoom Ready

RAM: 20GB 3200MHz DDR4 SDRAM Memory; Hard Drive: 2TB M.2 PCIe NVMe Solid State Drive. This electronic gift, holiday gift offers a good experience for watching videos, browsing the web, remote work, or study from home.

Connectivity: 11ac, 2x2 + BT5.0; Ports: 1x USB 2.0, 1x USB 3.2 Gen 1, 1x HDMI 1.4b, 1x power connector, 1x USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (support data transfer only), 1x headphone / microphone combo jack (3.5mm), 1x card reader.

Specifications

Brand
Lenovo
Model
IdeaPad 3 15
Processor
AMD Ryzen 7 5700U (8C/16T, 1.8/4.3GHz)
Memory
20GB DDR4 3200MHz
Storage
2TB PCIe NVMe SSD
Display
15.6" FHD (1920x1080) IPS, 300 nits, Anti-glare, Touchscreen
Graphics
AMD Radeon Graphics (Integrated)
Operating System
Windows 10 Professional 64-bit
Wireless
Wi-Fi 5 (11ac) 2x2 + Bluetooth 5.0
Ports
1x USB 2.0, 1x USB 3.2 Gen 1, 1x USB-C 3.2 Gen 1, 1x HDMI 1.4b, 1x 3.5mm combo jack, 1x card reader
Keyboard
Backlit
Fingerprint Reader
Touch Style
Audio
Stereo speakers 1.5W x2, Dolby Audio
Webcam
720p with Privacy Shutter
Battery
45Wh Integrated
Dimensions
14.14 x 9.31 x 0.78 in
Weight
3.64 lbs

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

  • 20GB RAM and 2TB NVMe SSD provide generous memory and fast, ample storage
  • Eight-core Ryzen 7 5700U processor handles demanding multitasking and productivity workloads
  • Touchscreen IPS display with 300 nits brightness offers comfortable viewing and input flexibility
  • Lightweight at 3.64 lbs with a slim 0.78-inch profile for easy portability
  • Fingerprint reader and webcam privacy shutter add practical security features

👎 Cons

  • HDMI 1.4b limits external display output to 4K at 30Hz rather than 60Hz
  • Integrated Radeon graphics are not suited for gaming or GPU-intensive creative work
  • 45Wh battery is on the smaller side for a 15.6-inch laptop, potentially limiting battery life
  • 720p webcam produces noticeably lower quality video than 1080p alternatives
  • Wi-Fi 5 (11ac) lacks the speed and efficiency improvements found in Wi-Fi 6

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, it features a 15.6-inch FHD (1920x1080) IPS touchscreen with 300 nits brightness and an anti-glare coating.
It includes a touch-style fingerprint reader and a 720p webcam with a built-in privacy shutter.
It comes with a 2TB PCIe NVMe SSD, providing fast and spacious storage for files and applications.
Yes, this model includes a backlit keyboard for comfortable typing in low-light environments.
It offers one USB-C 3.2 Gen 1, one USB 3.2 Gen 1, and one USB 2.0 port, along with an HDMI 1.4b output and a headphone/mic combo jack.