Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IML05 (81WC) vs. ASUS Zenbook 15 OLED (UM3504DA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IML05 (81WC) and ASUS Zenbook 15 OLED (UM3504DA). Compare sizes, performance, storage capacities, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right laptop for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the laptop that will best fit your needs.

Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IML05 (81WC) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IML05 (81WC) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

large display screen

decent processor performance

ample storage capacity

lightweight design

average battery life

mediocre graphics card

no backlit keyboard

limited port selection

ASUS Zenbook 15 OLED (UM3504DA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS Zenbook 15 OLED (UM3504DA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

vibrant oled display

lightweight and portable

powerful ryzen processor

ample storage options

good battery life

limited port selection

no dedicated gpu

higher price segment

average speaker quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IML05 (81WC) and ASUS Zenbook 15 OLED (UM3504DA)
69 % - Design
66 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
85 % - Design
82 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IML05 (81WC) vs. ASUS Zenbook 15 OLED (UM3504DA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IML05 (81WC) ASUS Zenbook 15 OLED (UM3504DA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 40.2 cm x 28.125 cm x 1.99 cm 35.38 cm x 22.66 cm x 1.58 cm
Dimensions (WxDxH) / Weight Details - 45.5 cm x 29 cm x 7.3 cm / 3.67 kg
Weight 2.2 kg 1.4 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS Aluminum
Colour Abyss blue Ponder blue
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IML05 (81WC) ASUS Zenbook 15 OLED (UM3504DA)
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" - TN 15.6" OLED
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1600 x 900 (HD+) 2880 x 1620 (2.8K)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 120 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 600 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 100% DCI-P3
Colour Support - 1.07 billion colours
Features Anti-glare NanoEdge display, Pantone Validated, 86% screen-to-body ratio, 0.2 ms response rate, HDR 600 True Black, VESA DisplayHDR
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IML05 (81WC) ASUS Zenbook 15 OLED (UM3504DA)
CPU Intel Pentium Gold 6405U / 2.4 GHz AMD Ryzen 7 7735U / 2.7 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 4.75 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 8-core
Cache 2 MB L3 - 16 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IML05 (81WC) ASUS Zenbook 15 OLED (UM3504DA)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 12 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz -
Rated Speed 2400 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IML05 (81WC) ASUS Zenbook 15 OLED (UM3504DA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IML05 (81WC) ASUS Zenbook 15 OLED (UM3504DA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics AMD Radeon 680M
Camera Yes Yes - Full HD
Resolution 0.3 Megapixel -
Camera Features Privacy shutter IR camera, Windows Hello, ASUS AiSense Camera
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Harman/kardon stereo speakers, array microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Dolby Atmos
Audio Features - Output: Smart Amplification technology, Asus Audio Booster; Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IML05 (81WC) ASUS Zenbook 15 OLED (UM3504DA)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3
Wireless Controller M.2 Card -
Features Dual stream (2x2) Single stream (1x1)
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IML05 (81WC) ASUS Zenbook 15 OLED (UM3504DA)
Technology Lithium Ion 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 42 Wh 67 Wh
Battery Life Up to 9 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IML05 (81WC) ASUS Zenbook 15 OLED (UM3504DA)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt 65 Watt, 20 V, 3.25 A
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IML05 (81WC) ASUS Zenbook 15 OLED (UM3504DA)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Spill-resistant, chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance, ASUS ErgoSense
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IML05 (81WC) ASUS Zenbook 15 OLED (UM3504DA)
Interfaces USB 2.0
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI 2.1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 4.0 Gen 3/DisplayPort (Power Delivery)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IML05 (81WC) ASUS Zenbook 15 OLED (UM3504DA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home in S mode - English Windows 11 Home
Software Included Microsoft Office (30 days trial) MyASUS, ScreenXpert, GlideX
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IML05 (81WC) ASUS Zenbook 15 OLED (UM3504DA)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password MIL-STD-810H tested, Cortana support, ASUS Antimicrobial Guard Plus
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 RoHS, REACH, ISO 22196, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certification, TUV Rheinland Flicker Free Certification, SGS Eye Care Display Certification, ISO 21702
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Max Operating Temperature - 49 °C
Min Operating Temperature - -37 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 95% RH
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return -
Model Number - NX015W
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