Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G4 ARB (21AS) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IAU7 (82RL)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G4 ARB (21AS) and Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IAU7 (82RL). 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 ThinkBook 13s G4 ARB (21AS) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G4 ARB (21AS) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

slim lightweight design

sharp 2560x1600 display

solid state drive storage

good battery life

competitive price point

average graphics performance

no HDMI port

limited color options

8GB RAM may limit

Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IAU7 (82RL) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IAU7 (82RL) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

large display

affordable price

decent processor performance

lightweight design

good keyboard layout

average battery life

limited graphics capability

no backlit keyboard

plastic build quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G4 ARB (21AS) and Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IAU7 (82RL)
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
84 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
75 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G4 ARB (21AS) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IAU7 (82RL) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G4 ARB (21AS) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IAU7 (82RL)
Product Type Notebook - 180-degree hinge design Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 29.7 cm x 21.1 cm x 1.49 cm 39.9 cm x 27.4 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.23 kg 2.04 kg
Case Material Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom) Polycarbonate ABS (bottom), polycarbonate ABS (top)
Colour Dual tone arctic grey Arctic grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G4 ARB (21AS) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IAU7 (82RL)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - IPS 17.3" - TN
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) 1600 x 900 (HD+)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:9
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 60% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, Low Blue Light technology, 170° viewing angle, Dolby Vision Anti-glare, 90° viewing angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G4 ARB (21AS) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IAU7 (82RL)
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 6600U / 2.9 GHz Intel Pentium 8505 / 1.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.5 GHz 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core 5-core
Cache L3 - 16 MB 8 MB
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G4 ARB (21AS) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IAU7 (82RL)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported - 12 GB
RAM Type LPDDR5 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 6400 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 6400 MHz 3200 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G4 ARB (21AS) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IAU7 (82RL)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G4 ARB (21AS) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IAU7 (82RL)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon 660M Intel UHD Graphics
Max Monitors Supported 3 external monitor(s) 2 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes - 720p
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
Audio Features Harman-branded, AI noise cancelling Noise-cancellation technology
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G4 ARB (21AS) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IAU7 (82RL)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller - M.2 Card
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G4 ARB (21AS) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IAU7 (82RL)
Technology Lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 56 Wh 38 Wh
Battery Life Up to 19.1 hours Up to 7.1 hours
Battery Run Time Local video (1080p) playback time (150 nits): up to 19.1 hours Local video (1080p) playback time (150 nits): up to 7.1 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G4 ARB (21AS) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IAU7 (82RL)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G4 ARB (21AS) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IAU7 (82RL)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision glass touchpad Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G4 ARB (21AS) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IAU7 (82RL)
Interfaces USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
USB4 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 2.0
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort 1.2 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G4 ARB (21AS) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IAU7 (82RL)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro - English Windows 11 Home in S mode - English
Software Included Microsoft Office (Trial) Microsoft 365 Personal
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G4 ARB (21AS) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IAU7 (82RL)
Included Accessories USB-C slim wall mount power adapter 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, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, self-healing BIOS
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Software Solution) RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Silver -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating 8 - 95% 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty Base warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Extended warranty - 1 year - on-site
Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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