Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G3 ACN (20YA) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IIL05 (81WF)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G3 ACN (20YA) and Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IIL05 (81WF). Compare sizes, performance, storage capacities, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right laptop for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the laptop that will best fit your needs.

Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G3 ACN (20YA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G3 ACN (20YA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight design

fast ssd storage

sharp display resolution

good battery life

affordable price

average graphics performance

limited port selection

no touchscreen option

modest speaker quality

Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IIL05 (81WF) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IIL05 (81WF) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

large display size

decent processor speed

adequate connectivity options

solid build quality

average battery life

mediocre graphics performance

limited storage capacity

heavier design

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G3 ACN (20YA) and Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IIL05 (81WF)
82 % - Design
84 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
75 % - Design
63 % - Display
65 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G3 ACN (20YA) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IIL05 (81WF) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G3 ACN (20YA) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IIL05 (81WF)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 29.9 cm x 21 cm x 1.49 cm 40.2 cm x 28.125 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.26 kg 2.2 kg
Case Material Aluminum Polycarbonate ABS
Colour Dual tone mineral grey Abyss blue
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G3 ACN (20YA) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IIL05 (81WF)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - IPS 17.3" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:9
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB -
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle, Dolby Vision Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G3 ACN (20YA) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IIL05 (81WF)
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 5600U / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i3 (10th Gen) 1005G1 / 1.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 3.4 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core Dual-Core
Cache L3 - 16 MB 4 MB
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G3 ACN (20YA) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IIL05 (81WF)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered))
Max RAM Supported - 12 GB
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 4266 MHz 2666 MHz
Rated Speed 4266 MHz 2666 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G3 ACN (20YA) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IIL05 (81WF)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G3 ACN (20YA) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IIL05 (81WF)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Graphics Intel UHD Graphics
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) Shared Video Memory (UMA)
Max Monitors Supported 2 external monitor(s) 1 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes
Resolution - 0.3 Megapixel
Camera Features Fixed focus, ThinkShutter camera privacy 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
Audio Features Harman audio technology -
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G3 ACN (20YA) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IIL05 (81WF)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Wireless Controller M.2 Card M.2 Card
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G3 ACN (20YA) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IIL05 (81WF)
Technology Lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 56 Wh 42 Wh
Battery Life Up to 12.3 hours Up to 7.4 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G3 ACN (20YA) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IIL05 (81WF)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G3 ACN (20YA) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IIL05 (81WF)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G3 ACN (20YA) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IIL05 (81WF)
Interfaces USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 2.0
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G3 ACN (20YA) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IIL05 (81WF)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Home in S mode - English
Software Included Microsoft Office (Trial) Microsoft 365 Personal
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G3 ACN (20YA) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IIL05 (81WF)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Wall mount power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader 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, RapidCharge Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge
Compliant Standards RoHS, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certification, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating 8 - 95% 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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