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Lenovo Ideapad 3

Physical Product · Windows laptops · 12 mentions · 2 subreddits · discussed in r/SuggestALaptop, r/laptops

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Pros

  • I'm upgrading from a Lenovo Ideapad 3 that I bought 5 years ago, it's been a good laptop.
  • I use a Lenovo IdeaPad 3, 16GB RAM, 512SSD, AMD Ryzen 7. It was from Best Buy a few months ago for under 500USD (I had a flash 50 buck savings), and was recently on sale for less. It's got everything I need, handles Sims 4 with all packs...
  • I've used one of these for around 3-ish years for basic tasks like Microsoft Office, web-browsing, and things like Netflix. It's been pretty solid for me. ... it's a solid budget device that I think would suit your needs.
  • For around $500, I'd suggest looking at the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 or ASUS VivoBook 15. Both handle light gaming like Stardew Valley and Sims 4 smoothly while staying cool during everyday tasks. The IdeaPad 3 with Ryzen 5 5500U gives you solid...
  • The Lenovo Ideapad 3 is a versatile and budget-friendly laptop that excels in everyday tasks, making it an excellent choice for students and casual users. ... Overall, the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 is a solid option for those seeking a reliable l...

Cons

  • The IdeaPad 3 is generally considered a solid budget-friendly laptop for everyday tasks. That said, for your aim of “performance + lightweight + battery + modest price,” it has a few downsides: its graphics are integrated, so video-editi...
  • Overall, the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 is a solid option for those seeking a reliable laptop for daily use without breaking the bank. While the design is sleek and lightweight, making it easy to carry, some reviews note that the display could be...
  • I have a spare Lenovo IdeaPad 3 for parts
  • Can I use my laptop at this almost 90⁰ angle in bed. The underside is exposed to the air so it won't overheat, but, I don't know if dust can enter that way. It's propped up on my legs(I sometimes put my hand behind the laptop and use the...

Sentiment

8 positive (67%) · 4 mixed (33%) · 0 negative (0%)

Trust + time weighted score: +69% · raw score 67%

What redditors said (10 of 12)

The IdeaPad 3 is generally considered a solid budget-friendly laptop for everyday tasks. That said, for your aim of “performance + lightweight + battery + modest price,” it has a few downsides: its graphics are integrated, so video-editing or any heavier task will be slow; battery life and build quality are only average.
mixed · u/W****2 · r/SuggestALaptop · comment · Dec 3, 2025 · open on Reddit ↗
I'm upgrading from a Lenovo Ideapad 3 that I bought 5 years ago, it's been a good laptop.
positive · u/g****e · r/SuggestALaptop · comment · Dec 1, 2025 · open on Reddit ↗
I use a Lenovo IdeaPad 3, 16GB RAM, 512SSD, AMD Ryzen 7. It was from Best Buy a few months ago for under 500USD (I had a flash 50 buck savings), and was recently on sale for less. It's got everything I need, handles Sims 4 with all packs on medium settings well (can be higher, but I'm conservative). I haven't had any issues with it. It's 15.6", so average size. It's lightweight.
positive · u/M****n · r/laptops · comment · Nov 18, 2025 · open on Reddit ↗
I've used one of these for around 3-ish years for basic tasks like Microsoft Office, web-browsing, and things like Netflix. It's been pretty solid for me. ... it's a solid budget device that I think would suit your needs.
positive · u/T****1 · r/SuggestALaptop · comment · Jul 8, 2025 · open on Reddit ↗
For around $500, I'd suggest looking at the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 or ASUS VivoBook 15. Both handle light gaming like Stardew Valley and Sims 4 smoothly while staying cool during everyday tasks. The IdeaPad 3 with Ryzen 5 5500U gives you solid performance for the price
positive · u/P****m · r/SuggestALaptop · comment · Jul 6, 2025 · open on Reddit ↗
The Lenovo Ideapad 3 is a versatile and budget-friendly laptop that excels in everyday tasks, making it an excellent choice for students and casual users. ... Overall, the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 is a solid option for those seeking a reliable laptop for daily use without breaking the bank.
positive · u/e****o · r/SuggestALaptop · comment · Feb 28, 2025 · open on Reddit ↗
The Lenovo Ideapad 3 is a versatile and budget-friendly laptop that excels in everyday tasks, making it an excellent choice for students and casual users. ... While the design is sleek and lightweight, making it easy to carry, some reviews note that the display could be brighter. Overall, the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 is a solid option for those seeking a reliable laptop for daily use without breaking the bank.
positive · u/e****o · r/SuggestALaptop · comment · Feb 26, 2025 · open on Reddit ↗
The Lenovo Ideapad 3 is a versatile and budget-friendly laptop that excels in everyday tasks, making it an excellent choice for students and casual users. ... While the design is sleek and lightweight, making it easy to carry, some reviews note that the display could be brighter. Overall, the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 is a solid option for those seeking a reliable laptop for daily use without breaking the bank.
positive · u/e****o · r/SuggestALaptop · comment · Feb 25, 2025 · open on Reddit ↗
Overall, the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 is a solid option for those seeking a reliable laptop for daily use without breaking the bank. While the design is sleek and lightweight, making it easy to carry, some reviews note that the display could be brighter.
mixed · u/e****o · r/SuggestALaptop · comment · Jan 9, 2025 · open on Reddit ↗
The Lenovo Ideapad 3 is a versatile and budget-friendly laptop that excels in everyday tasks, making it an excellent choice for students and casual users. ... While the design is sleek and lightweight, making it easy to carry, some reviews note that the display could be brighter. Overall, the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 is a solid option for those seeking a reliable laptop for daily use without breaking the bank.
positive · u/e****o · r/SuggestALaptop · comment · Jan 8, 2025 · open on Reddit ↗

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