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Lenovo 82H801EJUS IdeaPad 3 15" i3 Laptop 36GB RAM

1920x108036GB RAM36GB DDR465WBluetooth 5.2

A budget-friendly 15" laptop with 36GB RAM and a 1TB SSD for everyday multitasking and entertainment.

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Overview

The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ITL6 (82H801EJUS) is a 15.6-inch laptop configured for everyday home and entertainment use. Its standout feature is the 36GB of DDR4 RAM — 4GB soldered onboard plus a 32GB SO-DIMM module — paired with a spacious 1TB PCIe SSD. This combination means you can keep dozens of browser tabs open, run office applications side by side, and store a large library of files without worrying about running out of space or memory. The included 1-year Microsoft 365 Personal subscription adds immediate productivity value with access to Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and 1TB of OneDrive cloud storage.

Under the hood, the Intel Pentium Gold 7505 dual-core processor handles routine tasks competently but sets a clear performance ceiling — this is not a machine for video editing, 3D rendering, or serious multitasking with heavy applications. The 15.6" Full HD TN display delivers sharp 1080p resolution, though the TN panel technology means colors will shift when viewed from off-center angles. Connectivity is modern and complete, with Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.2, USB-C, USB-A, HDMI, and an SD card reader covering most peripheral and networking needs. Running Windows 11 Home, it is a practical choice for students, home users, and anyone who prioritizes ample RAM and storage over raw processing speed.

Key Features

15.6" Full HD (1920x1080) 60Hz TN Display; Wi-Fi 6 AX201 Wifi, Bluetooth 5.2, 720p HD Webcam, FP Security, .

11th Gen Pentium Gold 7505 2.00GHz Processor

36GB DDR4 RAM (4GB Onboard + 32GB SODIMM); 65W Power Supply, 3-Cell 45 WHr Battery; Arctic Grey Color, .

1TB PCIe NVMe SSD; USB 3.2 Gen1, 1 USB 2.0, 1 HDMI, USB 3.2 Type-C Gen1, Windows 11 Home-64.,

Includes Microsoft 365 Personal 1 Year Subscription for 1 User

Specifications

Processor
Intel Pentium Gold 7505 2-Core 2.00GHz (up to 3.5 GHz)
Memory
36GB DDR4 (4GB Onboard + 32GB SO-DIMM)
Storage
1TB PCIe SSD
Graphics
Intel UHD Integrated Graphics
Display
15.6" Full HD (1920x1080) 60Hz TN, 16:9
Operating System
Windows 11 Home 64-bit
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 6 AX201
Bluetooth
5.2
Ports
USB 3.2 Gen1, USB 2.0, HDMI, USB 3.2 Type-C Gen1, SD Card Reader, Headphone/Mic Combo Jack
Battery
3-Cell 45 WHr
Included Software
Microsoft 365 Personal (1-Year Subscription)

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

  • 36GB of RAM provides generous headroom for multitasking and running multiple browser tabs or applications simultaneously.
  • 1TB PCIe SSD offers fast boot times and ample storage for files, media, and applications.
  • Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.2 provide modern wireless connectivity standards.
  • Includes a 1-year Microsoft 365 Personal subscription out of the box.
  • Full-size 15.6" 1080p display is comfortable for extended use.

👎 Cons

  • The Intel Pentium Gold 7505 is an entry-level processor that may struggle with demanding workloads like video editing or heavy software compilation.
  • The TN display panel has narrower viewing angles and less accurate color reproduction than IPS alternatives.
  • Integrated Intel UHD graphics are not suitable for gaming or GPU-intensive tasks.
  • The 3-cell 45 WHr battery is relatively small for a 15" laptop, which may limit unplugged usage time.
  • At 36GB RAM with a Pentium Gold processor, the configuration is unbalanced — the CPU will bottleneck before the RAM becomes a limiting factor.

Frequently Asked Questions

It features an Intel Pentium Gold 7505 dual-core processor running at 2.00GHz with boost speeds up to 3.5GHz.
The laptop comes with 4GB soldered onboard and a 32GB SO-DIMM module installed. The SO-DIMM slot is already occupied by the 32GB stick, so upgrading beyond 36GB would require replacing that module if a larger one is compatible.
Yes, it includes a 1-year subscription to Microsoft 365 Personal.
It has a 15.6" Full HD (1920x1080) TN panel running at 60Hz. TN panels offer fast response times but more limited viewing angles compared to IPS displays.
It has a USB 3.2 Type-C Gen1 port for data transfer. Charging is handled through the dedicated power adapter.