AMD Ryzen 3 5300U, AMD Ryzen 5 5500U, AMD Ryzen 7 5700U
2.6 to 3.8 GHz Quad-Core, 2.1 to 4 GHz 6-Core, 1.8 to 4.3 GHz 8-Core
AMD Radeon
16 GB, 8 GB
Lenovo 14" ThinkBook 14 G3 Laptop (Mineral Gray) | Lenovo 14" ThinkBook 14 G3 Laptop (Mineral Gray) | Lenovo 14" ThinkBook 14 G3 Laptop (Mineral Gray) | Lenovo 14" ThinkBook 14 G3 Laptop (Mineral Gray) | Lenovo 14" ThinkBook 14 G3 Laptop (Mineral Gray) | Lenovo 14" ThinkBook 14 G3 ACL Laptop (Mineral Gray) | |
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Design It comes in at a weight of 3.1 lb / 1.4 kg, and total dimensions of 12.7 x 8.6 x 0.7" / 323 x 218 x 17.9 mm. | ||||||
Brand | Lenovo | Lenovo | Lenovo | Lenovo | Lenovo | Lenovo |
Manufacturer ID | 21A2009FUS | 21A2002RUS | 21A2009BUS | 21A2002NUS | 21A2002SUS | 21A200CXUS |
Operating System | Windows 10 Pro (64-Bit) | Windows 10 Pro (64-Bit) | Windows 10 Pro (64-Bit) | Windows 10 Pro (64-Bit) | Windows 10 Pro (64-Bit) | Windows 11 Pro (64-Bit) |
Dimensions | 12.7 x 8.6 x 0.7" / 323 x 218 x 17.9 mm | 12.7 x 8.6 x 0.7" / 323 x 218 x 17.9 mm | 12.7 x 8.6 x 0.7" / 323 x 218 x 17.9 mm | 12.7 x 8.6 x 0.7" / 323 x 218 x 17.9 mm | 12.7 x 8.6 x 0.7" / 323 x 218 x 17.9 mm | 12.7 x 8.6 x 0.7" / 323 x 218 x 17.9 mm |
Weight | 3.1 lb / 1.4 kg | 3.1 lb / 1.4 kg | 3.1 lb / 1.4 kg | 3.1 lb / 1.4 kg | 3.1 lb / 1.4 kg | 3.1 lb / 1.4 kg |
Performance It contains a 2.6 to 3.8 GHz Quad-Core AMD Ryzen 3 5300U processor with 4 MB of L3 Cache. It contains a 2.1 to 4 GHz 6-Core AMD Ryzen 5 5500U processor with 8 MB of L3 Cache. It contains a 1.8 to 4.3 GHz 8-Core AMD Ryzen 7 5700U processor with 8 MB of L3 Cache. There's a Integrated graphics card which is a AMD Radeon. An integrated card tends to not offer as much graphics processing power as a dedicated video card. The maximum memory capacity is 40 GB via the 1 (0 Available) memory slots. The maximum memory capacity is 40 GB via the 1 (1 Available) memory slots. The RAM slot type is 260-Pin SO-DIMM. Because at least one of the ram slots in the Lenovo 14" ThinkBook 14 G3 is replaceable, you will be able to upgrade the ram at a later date. From the factory, there is a single free slot you can use. You'd be able to take this home and throw in an extra stick of ram straight away, or even ask them at the shop to help you out and possibly install it for you. | ||||||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 3 5300U | AMD Ryzen 5 5500U | AMD Ryzen 5 5500U | AMD Ryzen 3 5300U | AMD Ryzen 7 5700U | AMD Ryzen 5 5500U |
Processor Cores | 2.6 to 3.8 GHz Quad-Core | 2.1 to 4 GHz 6-Core | 2.1 to 4 GHz 6-Core | 2.6 to 3.8 GHz Quad-Core | 1.8 to 4.3 GHz 8-Core | 2.1 to 4 GHz 6-Core |
L3 Cache | 4 MB | 8 MB | 8 MB | 4 MB | 8 MB | 8 MB |
Graphics Card Type | Integrated | Integrated | Integrated | Integrated | Integrated | Integrated |
Graphics Card | AMD Radeon | AMD Radeon | AMD Radeon | AMD Radeon | AMD Radeon | AMD Radeon |
Memory Type | 3200 MHz DDR4 | 3200 MHz DDR4 | 3200 MHz DDR4 | 3200 MHz DDR4 | 3200 MHz DDR4 | 3200 MHz DDR4 |
Installed Memory | 16 GB | 8 GB | 16 GB | 8 GB | 16 GB | 16 GB |
Memory Configuration | 8 GB (Onboard) 1 x 8 GB (User-Replaceable) | 8 GB (Onboard) | 8 GB (Onboard) 1 x 8 GB (User-Replaceable) | 8 GB (Onboard) | 8 GB (Onboard) 1 x 8 GB (User-Replaceable) | 8 GB (Onboard) 1 x 8 GB (User-Replaceable) |
Max. Memory Capacity | 40 GB | 40 GB | 40 GB | 40 GB | 40 GB | 40 GB |
Memory Slot Type | 260-Pin SO-DIMM | 260-Pin SO-DIMM | 260-Pin SO-DIMM | 260-Pin SO-DIMM | 260-Pin SO-DIMM | 260-Pin SO-DIMM |
Memory Slots | 1 (0 Available) | 1 (1 Available) | 1 (0 Available) | 1 (1 Available) | 1 (0 Available) | 1 (0 Available) |
Display Whilst the model comes with a glossy screen, you won't have to worry too much about the glare produced as there is an anti-reflective coating applied. It's offered in a Glossy with Anti-Reflective Coating finish. A brightness of 300 cd/m2, or nits, is available in the screen. A brightness of 220 cd/m2, or nits, is available in the screen. | ||||||
Panel Type | IPS-Type LCD | TN LCD | IPS-Type LCD | TN LCD | TN LCD | IPS-Type LCD |
Screen Size | 14" | 14" | 14" | 14" | 14" | 14" |
Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 | 16:9 | 16:9 | 16:9 | 16:9 |
Screen Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 |
TouchScreen? | No | No | No | No | No | No |
Finish | Glossy with Anti-Reflective Coating | Glossy with Anti-Reflective Coating | Glossy with Anti-Reflective Coating | Glossy with Anti-Reflective Coating | Glossy with Anti-Reflective Coating | Glossy with Anti-Reflective Coating |
Colour Gamut | 45% NTSC | 45% NTSC | 45% NTSC | 45% NTSC | 45% NTSC | 45% NTSC |
Max. Brightness | 300 cd/m2 | 220 cd/m2 | 300 cd/m2 | 220 cd/m2 | 220 cd/m2 | 300 cd/m2 |
Contrast Ratio | 700:01:00 | 500:01:00 | 700:01:00 | 500:01:00 | 500:01:00 | 700:01:00 |
Storage It comes with 256 GB of hard drive storage installed, via 1 x 256 GB M.2 NVMe PCIe SSD harddrive. It comes with 512 GB of hard drive storage installed, via 1 x 512 GB M.2 NVMe PCIe SSD harddrive. | ||||||
SSD Slots | 1 x M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x4 (In Use) | 1 x M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x4 (In Use) 1 x M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x2 (Available) | 1 x M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x4 (In Use) | 1 x M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x4 (In Use) 1 x M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x2 (Available) | 1 x M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x4 (In Use) 1 x M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x2 (Available) | 1 x M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 (In Use) |
Storage Installed | 256 GB | 256 GB | 256 GB | 256 GB | 512 GB | 256 GB |
Solid State Storage | 1 x 256 GB M.2 NVMe PCIe | 1 x 256 GB M.2 NVMe PCIe | 1 x 256 GB M.2 NVMe PCIe | 1 x 256 GB M.2 NVMe PCIe | 1 x 512 GB M.2 NVMe PCIe | 1 x 256 GB M.2 NVMe PCIe |
Battery The Lenovo 14" ThinkBook 14 G3 has an estimated battery life of 7.5 Hours. The battery life is achieved via a Non-Removable: 45 Wh capacity battery. | ||||||
Battery Chemistry | Lithium-Ion Polymer (LiPo) | Lithium-Ion Polymer (LiPo) | Lithium-Ion Polymer (LiPo) | Lithium-Ion Polymer (LiPo) | Lithium-Ion Polymer (LiPo) | Lithium-Ion Polymer (LiPo) |
Battery Capacity | Non-Removable: 45 Wh | Non-Removable: 45 Wh | Non-Removable: 45 Wh | Non-Removable: 45 Wh | Non-Removable: 45 Wh | Non-Removable: 45 Wh |
Est. Battery Life | 7.5 Hours | 7.5 Hours | 7.5 Hours | 7.5 Hours | 7.5 Hours | 7.5 Hours |
Ports & Peripherals When it comes to ports, it's offered with 2 x USB Type-A (USB 3.1 / USB 3.2 Gen 1) ports. 2 Type-A ports is usually enough for regular laptop users, giving you enough freedom for the peripherals you need. There's an option of using the Type-C USB ports, with 2 x USB 3.1 / USB 3.2 Gen 2 (Supports DisplayPort and Power Delivery) ports being offered too, allowing both the use of almost any current peripheral, but also adaptors & dongles allowing use of additional ports for the laptop. With a backlit keyboard, you'll clearly see your keys and ensure minimal mistakes when you're typing what you need to type. HDD User Password Protection offers you the chance to put a password directly on your hard drive, and ensure that even if someone cracks open your laptop they can't access your data without the password. If you're like us at LaptopAXS and enjoy remote work, you'll love the Kensington Lock Slot that's offered. Lock your laptop up on the go, and ensure it doesn't walk off with a Kensington lock slot appropriate lock. The option of the fingerprint reader gives you login & security flexibility, by allowing you to sign in to your laptop with just the tip of your finger. Don't fret about your wired headphones though, the 3.5mm headphone jack will let you plug right in. | ||||||
Ports | 2 x USB Type-A (USB 3.1 / USB 3.2 Gen 1) | 2 x USB Type-A (USB 3.1 / USB 3.2 Gen 1) | 2 x USB Type-A (USB 3.1 / USB 3.2 Gen 1) | 2 x USB Type-A (USB 3.1 / USB 3.2 Gen 1) | 2 x USB Type-A (USB 3.1 / USB 3.2 Gen 1) | 2 x USB Type-A (USB 3.1 / USB 3.2 Gen 1) |
USB Type C | 2 x USB 3.1 / USB 3.2 Gen 2 (Supports DisplayPort and Power Delivery) | 2 x USB 3.1 / USB 3.2 Gen 2 (Supports DisplayPort and Power Delivery) | 2 x USB 3.1 / USB 3.2 Gen 2 (Supports DisplayPort and Power Delivery) | 2 x USB 3.1 / USB 3.2 Gen 2 (Supports DisplayPort and Power Delivery) | 2 x USB 3.1 / USB 3.2 Gen 2 (Supports DisplayPort and Power Delivery) | 2 x USB 3.1 / USB 3.2 Gen 2 (Supports DisplayPort and Power Delivery) |
Display Ports | 2 x USB 3.1 / USB 3.2 Gen 2 (Supports DisplayPort and Power Delivery) | 2 x USB 3.1 / USB 3.2 Gen 2 (Supports DisplayPort and Power Delivery) | 2 x USB 3.1 / USB 3.2 Gen 2 (Supports DisplayPort and Power Delivery) | 2 x USB 3.1 / USB 3.2 Gen 2 (Supports DisplayPort and Power Delivery) | 2 x USB 3.1 / USB 3.2 Gen 2 (Supports DisplayPort and Power Delivery) | 2 x USB 3.1 / USB 3.2 Gen 2 (Supports DisplayPort and Power Delivery) |
Audio Ports | 1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm Headphone/Microphone Input/Output | 1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm Headphone/Microphone Input/Output | 1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm Headphone/Microphone Input/Output | 1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm Headphone/Microphone Input/Output | 1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm Headphone/Microphone Input/Output | 1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm Headphone/Microphone Input/Output |
Build in Speakers | 2 x 2 W | 2 x 2 W | 2 x 2 W | 2 x 2 W | 2 x 2 W | 2 x 2 W |
Built in Mic | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
Media / Memory Card Slot | Single Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC | Single Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC | Single Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC | Single Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC | Single Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC | Single Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Webcam | User-Facing: 720p | User-Facing: 720p | User-Facing: 720p | User-Facing: 720p | User-Facing: 720p | User-Facing: 720p |
Keyboard | Notebook Keyboard with Backlight | Notebook Keyboard with Backlight | Notebook Keyboard with Backlight | Notebook Keyboard with Backlight | Notebook Keyboard with Backlight | Notebook Keyboard with Backlight |
Pointing Device | TouchPad | TouchPad | TouchPad | TouchPad | TouchPad | TouchPad |
Security | HDD User Password Protection, Power-On Password, Kensington Lock Slot, Fingerprint Reader, Dedicated TPM Security Chip, Webcam Blocker | HDD User Password Protection, Power-On Password, Kensington Lock Slot, Fingerprint Reader, Dedicated TPM Security Chip, Webcam Blocker | HDD User Password Protection, Power-On Password, Kensington Lock Slot, Fingerprint Reader, Dedicated TPM Security Chip, Webcam Blocker | HDD User Password Protection, Power-On Password, Kensington Lock Slot, Fingerprint Reader, Dedicated TPM Security Chip, Webcam Blocker | HDD User Password Protection, Power-On Password, Kensington Lock Slot, Fingerprint Reader, Dedicated TPM Security Chip, Webcam Blocker | HDD User Password Protection, Power-On Password, Kensington Lock Slot, Fingerprint Reader, Dedicated TPM Security Chip, Webcam Blocker |
Connections You'll find Wifi 5 inside the laptop, which is the previous generation. However, this does not mean its necessarily a major disadvantage. Wifi 5 is more than capable for the majority of the users, with only top tier users really requiring Wifi 6 at the moment. You'll find Wifi 6 inside the laptop, which is the current generation. This gives you a small step up in terms of future-proofing your tech, yet may not give you much of an advantage over wifi 5 unless your router and the rest of your setup is up to scratch. With the latest standard of Bluetooth included, Bluetooth 5, you'll be set for a few more years of ensuring any new peripheral purchased is fully compatible. | ||||||
Ethernet | 1 x RJ45 (Gigabit) | 1 x RJ45 (Gigabit) | 1 x RJ45 (Gigabit) | 1 x RJ45 (Gigabit) | 1 x RJ45 (Gigabit) | 1 x RJ45 (Gigabit) |
WIFI | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
MU Mimo Support | 2 x 2 | 2 x 2 | 2 x 2 | 2 x 2 | 2 x 2 | 2 x 2 |
Bluetooth | 5.1 | 5.1 | 5.1 | 5.1 | 5.1 | 5 |
NFC | No | No | No | No | No | No |
Power The power supply for the Lenovo 14" ThinkBook 14 G3 is a 65 W with USB Type-C so if you're concerned about power usage, make sure this fits within your requirements. | ||||||
Power Supply | 65 W with USB Type-C | 65 W with USB Type-C | 65 W with USB Type-C | 65 W with USB Type-C | 65 W with USB Type-C | 65 W with USB Type-C |