Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ARE05 (81W4) vs. Lenovo V15 G2 ALC (82KD)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ARE05 (81W4) and Lenovo V15 G2 ALC (82KD). Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ARE05 (81W4) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ARE05 (81W4) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

ample storage options

decent processor performance

lightweight design

good battery life

average display quality

limited graphics capabilities

no backlit keyboard

mediocre sound output

Lenovo V15 G2 ALC (82KD) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo V15 G2 ALC (82KD) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price point

solid build quality

efficient AMD processor

adequate connectivity options

decent battery life

average display quality

limited storage capacity

no backlit keyboard

basic graphics performance

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ARE05 (81W4) and Lenovo V15 G2 ALC (82KD)
72 % - Design
64 % - Display
72 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
75 % - Design
65 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ARE05 (81W4) vs. Lenovo V15 G2 ALC (82KD) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ARE05 (81W4) Lenovo V15 G2 ALC (82KD)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.22 cm x 25.34 cm x 1.99 cm 35.92 cm x 23.58 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.7 kg 1.7 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS Polycarbonate ABS
Colour Abyss blue IMR Black
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ARE05 (81W4) Lenovo V15 G2 ALC (82KD)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - TN 15.6" - TN
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 220 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, 90° viewing angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ARE05 (81W4) Lenovo V15 G2 ALC (82KD)
CPU AMD Ryzen 3 4300U / 2.7 GHz AMD Ryzen 7 5700U / 1.8 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.7 GHz 4.3 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 8-core
Cache L3 - 4 MB L3 - 8 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ARE05 (81W4) Lenovo V15 G2 ALC (82KD)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 8 GB 16 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 1
Empty Slots 1 1
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ARE05 (81W4) Lenovo V15 G2 ALC (82KD)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ARE05 (81W4) Lenovo V15 G2 ALC (82KD)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Graphics AMD Radeon Graphics
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) Shared Video Memory (UMA)
Camera Yes Yes - 720p
Resolution 0.3 Megapixel -
Camera Features Privacy shutter, fixed focus Privacy shutter, fixed focus
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ARE05 (81W4) Lenovo V15 G2 ALC (82KD)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller M.2 Card M.2 Card
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Realtek RTL8111H
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ARE05 (81W4) Lenovo V15 G2 ALC (82KD)
Technology Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 35 Wh 38 Wh
Battery Life Up to 9.4 hours Up to 7.5 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ARE05 (81W4) Lenovo V15 G2 ALC (82KD)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ARE05 (81W4) Lenovo V15 G2 ALC (82KD)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ARE05 (81W4) Lenovo V15 G2 ALC (82KD)
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 2.0
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 2.0
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (data only)
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ARE05 (81W4) Lenovo V15 G2 ALC (82KD)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home in S mode - English Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English
Software Included Microsoft 365 Personal Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ARE05 (81W4) Lenovo V15 G2 ALC (82KD)
Included Accessories Wall mount power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Security Slot Type - Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 RoHS, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certification, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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