Lenovo 15.6" IdeaPad 3

It comes with 256 GB of hard drive storage installed, via 1 x 256 GB M.2 NVMe PCIe SSD harddrive.

It contains a 3 to 4.1 GHz Dual-Core Intel Core i3-1115G4 (11th Gen) processor with 6 MB of L3 Cache.

It contains a 2.4 to 4.2 GHz Quad-Core Intel Core i5-1135G7 (11th Gen) processor with 8 MB of L3 Cache.

With an 11th gen Intel CPU you can be assured that the laptop has a recent CPU. Whilst not the latest, due to the release of the Intel 12 Series CPUs, it is still recent. However, with the release of the 12th gen you may wish to choose that instead to ensure the longevity of your new laptop.

There's a Integrated graphics card which is a Intel UHD Graphics.

There's a Integrated graphics card which is a Intel Iris Xe.

An integrated card tends to not offer as much graphics processing power as a dedicated video card.

The maximum memory capacity is 12 GB via the 1 (0 Available) memory slots.

The RAM slot type is 260-Pin SO-DIMM.

Because at least one of the ram slots in the Lenovo 15.6" IdeaPad 3 is replaceable, you will be able to upgrade the ram at a later date.

A brightness of 300 cd/m2, or nits, is available in the screen.

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.

There's an option of using the Type-C USB ports, with 1 x USB 3.1 / USB 3.2 Gen 1 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.

The numpad inclusion on the laptop ensures optimal access to number keys, so if that's what you're after then this laptop has it for you.

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.

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.

It comes in at a weight of 3.64 lb / 1.65 kg, and total dimensions of 14.1 x 9.3 x 0.8" / 359.2 x 236.5 x 19.9 mm.

The power supply for the Lenovo 15.6" IdeaPad 3 is a 65 W with Barrel/Proprietary so if you're concerned about power usage, make sure this fits within your requirements.

The power supply for the Lenovo 15.6" IdeaPad 3 is a 65 W with Barrel so if you're concerned about power usage, make sure this fits within your requirements.

The Lenovo 15.6" IdeaPad 3 has an estimated battery life of 7.5 Hours.

The battery life is achieved via a Non-Removable: 45 Wh capacity battery.