HP 15-dy2791wm Laptop vs Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 15.6" N150

The HP 15 is the better all-around laptop for most shoppers. Its Intel Core i3 is a proper laptop-class chip that handles everyday multitasking better than the N150, and 256 GB of storage is twice what the Lenovo offers. The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 wins on portability, a touchscreen, and a slightly higher owner rating, but its N150 is an entry-level chip and 128 GB fills up fast. Buy the HP for daily work and school; buy the Lenovo only if a touchscreen and lighter weight matter more than speed and storage.

• Choose the HP 15 if you want a faster everyday laptop with enough storage for documents, photos and a few apps, and you don't need a touchscreen.
• Choose the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 if you want a touchscreen, a lighter 15.6-inch machine, and you mostly browse, stream and write rather than run heavy apps.