Is the IdeaPad Slim 3 Chromebook good for schoolwork?

Yes for essays, research, video calls and Google Workspace. It struggles if you keep many tabs and heavy web apps open at once.

Can you upgrade the RAM or storage?

No. The 4 GB of RAM and 128 GB eMMC are soldered and fixed, so buy for the workload you need on day one.

How long does the battery last?

Lenovo rates it at up to 13.5 hours. Real use with video and browsing typically lands well short of that but still covers a school or work day.

Does it run Windows apps?

No. It runs ChromeOS, so you use web apps and Android apps from Google Play, not Windows software.

Is the screen good for watching video?

Yes. The 14-inch Full HD panel is sharp for streaming, though it is not a high-brightness or wide-color display.

How does it compare with a Windows laptop at the same level?

ChromeOS is simpler and lighter on resources, so this feels smoother than a low-end Windows machine for browsing, but it cannot run desktop Windows programs.

Where is the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 Chromebook 14" FHD cheapest?

At Phonecare, for $177.11, as of our latest check.

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Our take on the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 Chromebook 14" FHD

The IdeaPad Slim 3 Chromebook is a 14-inch ChromeOS laptop with a Full HD screen, a MediaTek Kompanio 520 processor, 4 GB of RAM and 128 GB of eMMC storage. It is built for light everyday work: browsing, email, documents and streaming, with a rated battery life of up to 13.5 hours. Against pricier Chromebooks it trades speed and a brighter display for a low-cost, lightweight package, and the 4 GB of RAM is the main limit when many tabs are open. It suits students and casual users who want a simple second machine rather than a primary work laptop.

Best forStudents and schoolworkBrowsing, email and streamingA light second laptop for the homeBuyers who want a simple ChromeOS machine

Pros

Sharp 14-inch Full HD display
Light and easy to carry
Long rated battery life, up to 13.5 hours
Runs ChromeOS, which stays fast and needs little upkeep
Quiet, fanless MediaTek Kompanio 520 design

Cons

4 GB of RAM limits heavy multitasking
128 GB eMMC storage is slow and small
Kompanio 520 is modest for demanding web apps
No dedicated graphics or upgrade path

Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 Chromebook 14" FHD prices at every store

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What reviewers say

Owners of this class of budget Chromebook generally find it fine for browsing, schoolwork and video, and praise the screen and battery life. The common complaints are slowdown with many tabs open and the small, slow eMMC storage.

What people mention

PerformanceMixedFine for browsing and documents, but 4 GB of RAM and the Kompanio 520 strain under many tabs or heavy web apps.
DisplayPraisedThe 14-inch Full HD panel is sharp and bright enough for indoor use.
BatteryPraisedOwners report it lasts a full day of light use on a charge.
StorageCriticised128 GB of eMMC is small and slower than an SSD for installs and file transfers.
BuildMixedLight and portable, but the plastic body feels basic compared with metal rivals.

About the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 Chromebook 14" FHD

The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 Chromebook is a lightweight, slim laptop with a 14-inch Full HD screen that shows sharp images. It runs on a MediaTek Kompanio 520 processor with 4 GB of RAM and 128 GB of eMMC storage.

The battery lasts up to 13.5 hours, so it can be used through the day without charging. The product is sold new.

Brand: Lenovo
Category: Chromebook
Screen: 14-inch Full HD
Processor: MediaTek Kompanio 520
Memory: 4 GB RAM
Storage: 128 GB eMMC
Battery life: Up to 13.5 hours
Condition: New
Part number: 82XJ001XMX
EAN: 197528655529

Questions and answers

Is the IdeaPad Slim 3 Chromebook good for schoolwork?: Yes for essays, research, video calls and Google Workspace. It struggles if you keep many tabs and heavy web apps open at once.
Can you upgrade the RAM or storage?: No. The 4 GB of RAM and 128 GB eMMC are soldered and fixed, so buy for the workload you need on day one.
How long does the battery last?: Lenovo rates it at up to 13.5 hours. Real use with video and browsing typically lands well short of that but still covers a school or work day.
Does it run Windows apps?: No. It runs ChromeOS, so you use web apps and Android apps from Google Play, not Windows software.
Is the screen good for watching video?: Yes. The 14-inch Full HD panel is sharp for streaming, though it is not a high-brightness or wide-color display.
How does it compare with a Windows laptop at the same level?: ChromeOS is simpler and lighter on resources, so this feels smoother than a low-end Windows machine for browsing, but it cannot run desktop Windows programs.
Where is the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 Chromebook 14" FHD cheapest?: At Phonecare, for $177.11, as of our latest check.