Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ABA7 (82RQ) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad Creator 5 16ACH6 (82L6)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ABA7 (82RQ) and Lenovo IdeaPad Creator 5 16ACH6 (82L6). 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 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

Lenovo IdeaPad Creator 5 16ACH6 (82L6) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad Creator 5 16ACH6 (82L6) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful amd processor

vibrant full-hd display

ample storage options

solid build quality

decent thermal management

average battery life

heavier than competitors

no thunderbolt support

limited color accuracy

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ABA7 (82RQ) and Lenovo IdeaPad Creator 5 16ACH6 (82L6)
75 % - Design
63 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
83 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ABA7 (82RQ) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad Creator 5 16ACH6 (82L6) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ABA7 (82RQ) Lenovo IdeaPad Creator 5 16ACH6 (82L6)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 39.9 cm x 27.4 cm x 1.99 cm 35.6 cm x 25.1 cm x 1.84 cm
Weight 2.04 kg 1.92 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS (bottom), polycarbonate ABS (top) Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom)
Colour Arctic grey Storm grey
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ABA7 (82RQ) Lenovo IdeaPad Creator 5 16ACH6 (82L6)
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" - TN 16" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1600 x 900 (HD+) 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 350 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 60% NTSC 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare, 90° viewing angle Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ABA7 (82RQ) Lenovo IdeaPad Creator 5 16ACH6 (82L6)
CPU AMD Ryzen 3 5425U / 2.7 GHz AMD Ryzen 5 5600H / 3.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.1 GHz 4.2 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 6-core
Cache L3 - 8 MB L3 - 16 MB
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ABA7 (82RQ) Lenovo IdeaPad Creator 5 16ACH6 (82L6)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 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 -
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ABA7 (82RQ) Lenovo IdeaPad Creator 5 16ACH6 (82L6)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ABA7 (82RQ) Lenovo IdeaPad Creator 5 16ACH6 (82L6)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Graphics NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 / AMD Radeon Graphics
Max Monitors Supported 2 external monitor(s) -
Video Memory - 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features Privacy shutter, fixed focus IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus, ToF sensor
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 Atmos
Audio Features Noise-cancellation technology -
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ABA7 (82RQ) Lenovo IdeaPad Creator 5 16ACH6 (82L6)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller M.2 Card M.2 Card
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ABA7 (82RQ) Lenovo IdeaPad Creator 5 16ACH6 (82L6)
Technology Lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 38 Wh 75 Wh
Battery Life Up to 12.3 hours Up to 10 hours
Battery Run Time Local video (1080p) playback time (150 nits): up to 12.3 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ABA7 (82RQ) Lenovo IdeaPad Creator 5 16ACH6 (82L6)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 135 Watt
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ABA7 (82RQ) Lenovo IdeaPad Creator 5 16ACH6 (82L6)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ABA7 (82RQ) Lenovo IdeaPad Creator 5 16ACH6 (82L6)
Interfaces 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
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
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 IdeaPad 3 17ABA7 (82RQ) Lenovo IdeaPad Creator 5 16ACH6 (82L6)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home in S mode - English Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English
Software Included Microsoft Office (Trial) Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ABA7 (82RQ) Lenovo IdeaPad Creator 5 16ACH6 (82L6)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certification, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
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 Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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