Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 3 (21C2) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ABA7 (82RQ)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 3 (21C2) and Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ABA7 (82RQ). With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare dimensions, performance, storage, functions, but also other key features of both laptops and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the laptop that best fits your needs and expectations.

Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 3 (21C2) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 3 (21C2) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

good battery life

reliable performance

adequate connectivity options

mediocre display quality

heavier than competitors

limited graphics performance

higher price point

Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ABA7 (82RQ) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ABA7 (82RQ) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

large display

ample storage options

solid build quality

decent processor performance

mediocre battery life

no backlit keyboard

heavy design

limited graphics capability

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 3 (21C2) and Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ABA7 (82RQ)
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
75 % - Design
63 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 3 (21C2) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ABA7 (82RQ) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 3 (21C2) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ABA7 (82RQ)
Product Type Notebook - 180-degree hinge design Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.54 cm x 21.7 cm x 1.983 cm 39.9 cm x 27.4 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.39 kg 2.04 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS (bottom), polycarbonate ABS (top) Polycarbonate ABS (bottom), polycarbonate ABS (top)
Colour Thunder black Arctic grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 3 (21C2) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ABA7 (82RQ)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 17.3" - TN
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1600 x 900 (HD+)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 60% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle Anti-glare, 90° viewing angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 3 (21C2) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ABA7 (82RQ)
CPU Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1245U / 1.6 GHz AMD Ryzen 3 5425U / 2.7 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.4 GHz 4.1 GHz
Number of Cores 10-core Quad-Core
Cache 12 MB L3 - 8 MB
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 3 (21C2) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ABA7 (82RQ)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 12 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 3200 MHz 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 1
Empty Slots 1 1
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 3 (21C2) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ABA7 (82RQ)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Kioxia 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 3 (21C2) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ABA7 (82RQ)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics AMD Radeon Graphics
Max Monitors Supported 3 external monitor(s) 2 external monitor(s)
Video System Features Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory) -
Camera Yes - 720p 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, Dolby Voice High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features - Noise-cancellation technology
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 3 (21C2) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ABA7 (82RQ)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 - M.2 Card M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features Wake-on-LAN (WOL) Dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation 4G -
Technology LTE -
Controller Quectel EM05-G - M.2 Card -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 3 (21C2) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ABA7 (82RQ)
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 42 Wh 38 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 12.3 hours
Battery Run Time - Local video (1080p) playback time (150 nits): up to 12.3 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 3 (21C2) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ABA7 (82RQ)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 15 / 20 V 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 3 (21C2) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ABA7 (82RQ)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 3 (21C2) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ABA7 (82RQ)
Slots 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free) -
Interfaces USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
LAN
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 Yes (microSD) 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 3 (21C2) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ABA7 (82RQ)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro) + Windows 11 Pro Licence Windows 11 Home in S mode - English
Software Included - Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 3 (21C2) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ABA7 (82RQ)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Security Discrete 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, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TCG Certified RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
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
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