Which is better for schoolwork?

The HP OmniBook 3 16. It costs less, and the 1920 x 1200 touchscreen and backlit keyboard help with notes and reading. Both have 8 GB RAM, so keep browser tabs in check on either.

Is the HP worth the savings over the Lenovo?

Yes for most shoppers. At $309.99 versus $379.99 as of November 6, 2026, the HP is cheaper and adds a touchscreen, facial recognition and more ports.

Which has the better screen?

The HP. It is 16 inches at 1920 x 1200 with touch and 300 nits. The Lenovo is 15.6 inches at 1920 x 1080 without touch.

Do either have enough storage?

Both come with 256 GB, which is tight once Windows and updates are installed. Plan on cloud storage or an external drive for either.

Which is easier to carry?

They weigh about the same, 3.6 lb for the Lenovo and 3.61 lb for the HP. The HP's 16-inch body is wider, so it needs a bigger bag.

Which lasts longer on battery?

HP claims up to 14 hours, with 50% charge in 45 minutes on its 45W USB-C adapter. Lenovo does not state a figure for the IdeaPad Slim 3.

Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 15" Ryzen 5 vs HP OmniBook 3 16

Buy the HP OmniBook 3 16 if you want the lower price and a bigger, sharper touchscreen: it is $309.99 at HP as of November 6, 2026, against $379.99 at BJ's Wholesale Club for the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3. The Lenovo is the safer pick if you want a plain 15.6-inch laptop with USB-C and HDMI and no touchscreen or facial recognition to pay for. Neither has much RAM or storage at 8 GB and 256 GB, so pick on screen and price, not power.

Today the HP OmniBook 3 16 costs $70.00 less at its best price.

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