Lenovo ThinkPad T470s vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ALC6 (82KU)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad T470s and Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ALC6 (82KU). 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 T470s Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T470s based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

durable build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

robust security features

good battery life

lightweight design

average display brightness

limited graphics performance

no touchscreen option

modest storage capacity

Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ALC6 (82KU) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ALC6 (82KU) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

solid processor performance

ample storage options

decent battery life

average display quality

limited graphics capability

no backlit keyboard

fewer USB-C ports

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad T470s and Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ALC6 (82KU)
81 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
84 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
74 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
78 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad T470s vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ALC6 (82KU) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T470s Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ALC6 (82KU)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 33.1 cm x 22.68 cm x 1.88 cm 35.92 cm x 23.65 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight - 1.65 kg
Case Material - Polycarbonate ABS
Colour - Abyss blue | Sand | Arctic grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad T470s Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ALC6 (82KU)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 15.6" - IPS
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 - 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad T470s Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ALC6 (82KU)
CPU Intel Core i5 (7th Gen) 7200U / 2.5 GHz AMD Ryzen 3 5300U / 2.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.1 GHz 3.8 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 3 MB L3 - 4 MB
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad T470s Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ALC6 (82KU)
RAM 8 GB 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 24 GB 12 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 3200 MHz
Rated Speed - 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 1
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad T470s Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ALC6 (82KU)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad T470s Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ALC6 (82KU)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 620 AMD Radeon Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 1 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, fixed focus
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards Dolby Advanced Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T470s Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ALC6 (82KU)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller - M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad T470s Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ALC6 (82KU)
Technology - Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) - 38 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 9 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad T470s Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ALC6 (82KU)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad T470s Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ALC6 (82KU)
Type Keyboard Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Features - Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T470s Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ALC6 (82KU)
Slots 1 x Micro-SIM card (1 free) -
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1/USB 3.0
USB 3.1 Gen 1/USB 3.0 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3)
HDMI
LAN
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 2.0
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (data only)
HDMI
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 ThinkPad T470s Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ALC6 (82KU)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro Windows 10 Home in S mode - English
Software Included - Microsoft 365 Personal
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad T470s Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ALC6 (82KU)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories Power adapter Wall mount power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features - Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge
Compliant Standards - RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
Repairability Index - 7.9 (out of 10)
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - advance hardware replacement - 1 year Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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