Dell 14S vs Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3
Buy the Dell 14S if you need a real Windows laptop for work, multitasking or heavy browser tabs. Buy the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 Chromebook if your day is web apps, email and streaming and you want long battery life for less. The Dell's best new price is $779.00 at eBay as of November 3, 2026; the Lenovo's is $439.50 at Macy's as of the same date. The Lenovo has dipped as low as $231.00, so watch its price history before paying full price.
Today the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 costs $481.00 less at its best price.
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Dell 14S
4.7Choose the Dell 14S if you need Windows software, 16 GB of RAM and a 512 GB SSD for real multitasking.
- 16 GB RAM and 512 GB SSD handle many tabs and local files
- Windows runs Office, games and desktop apps Chrome OS cannot
- Intel Ultra 7 355 is far faster than the Kompanio 540
- 3.3 lb is light for a 14-inch Windows laptop
- 4.7 out of 5 from 69 ratings
What separates them
| Dell 14S | Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Windows | Chrome OS |
| Memory | 16 GB RAM | 4 GB RAM |
| Storage | 512 GB SSD | 64 GB eMMC |
| Processor | Intel Ultra 7 355 | MediaTek Kompanio 540, 8 cores |
| Battery life | Not stated in the listing | Up to 18 hours |
| Weight | 3.3 lb | Not stated |
| Price, best new | $779.00 at eBay as of November 3, 2026 | $439.50 at Macy's as of November 3, 2026 |
| Screen | 14-inch 1920x1200 touch |
Price history
- Dell 14S: lowest $779.99 on Nov 1 at eBay; $1,084.95 on Nov 3.
- Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3: lowest $231.00 on Oct 30 at Walmart; $439.50 on Nov 4.
Prices at every store
Dell 14S
- Best BuyNew
In stock
$1,149.00Observed Nov 3, 2026, 8:46 AM - DellNew
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$1,449.99Observed Nov 3, 2026, 8:46 AM - bkstr.comNew
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$2,019.99Observed Nov 3, 2026, 8:46 AM - eBayNew
Availability unknownSold by moshstei_99 (100% positive, 23 ratings)Returns: Set by the eBay seller; the eBay Money Back Guarantee covers an item that doesn't arrive or isn't as described.
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Specs compared
| Spec | Dell 14S | Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 1920 x 1200 |
| Operating System | Windows OS | Chrome OS |
| Touchscreen | Yes | Yes |
| Color | Blue | Blue |
| Drive Capacity | 512 GB drive | 64 GB drive |
| Screen Size | 14 inches | 14 inches |
| Installed Memory | 16 GB RAM | 4 GB RAM |
| Processor Brand | Intel CPU | Intel CPU |
| Drive Type | Solid State Drive | Solid State Drive |
| Weight | 3.3 lb | — |
What reviewers say
Dell 14S
The 4.7 out of 5 rating from 69 ratings points to generally satisfied owners. Most feedback on the eBay listing concerns the seller and shipping rather than the laptop itself, so treat it as a signal about the buying experience, not the hardware.
- Items described accurately
- Fast shipping and careful packaging
- Items arrived in excellent condition
- Responsive seller communication
- One buyer received a phone locked to AT&T despite an unlocked listing
- One buyer received a worn iPad listed as excellent
- One shipment was delayed by the carrier
Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3
The 6 ratings average 5 out of 5, but that is a very small sample. Treat it as early, positive feedback rather than a proven track record.
Questions and answers
- Which is better for schoolwork?
- The Dell 14S. Windows runs Office, testing software and desktop apps, and 16 GB RAM plus 512 GB storage handles papers, slides and many tabs. The Lenovo is fine for Google Docs and web portals but struggles past a few heavy tabs.
- Which lasts longer on a charge?
- The Lenovo, rated up to 18 hours. Dell does not publish a battery figure for this 14S configuration, so expect a normal Windows laptop day of roughly 8 to 10 hours, not 18.
- Is the Dell worth the extra money?
- Yes if you need Windows or run many apps at once: $779.00 versus $439.50 buys 4x the RAM, 8x the storage and a much faster CPU. If everything you do is in a browser, the Lenovo covers it for less.
- Can the Lenovo run Microsoft Office?
- Only the web versions through Chrome OS. Full desktop Word, Excel and Outlook need Windows, so pick the Dell if your job depends on them.
- Which has the better screen?
- Both are 14-inch 1920x1200 touchscreens. The Lenovo adds a matte IPS panel rated 400 nits, which handles glare better; Dell does not publish brightness for the 14S.
- Which is the better deal right now?
- The Lenovo at $439.50 at Macy's as of November 3, 2026, and it has sold as low as $231.00. The Dell at $779.00 at eBay is close to its recent low of $779.99, so it is fairly priced but not discounted.