1. Lenovo’s updated IdeaPad Slim 3i 15IPH11 features Intel’s Panther Lake platform, up to 24 GB RAM, and configurable displays including potential OLED options.
2. The device supports 65 W charging with 50 Wh or 60 Wh batteries, and offers Wi-Fi 6 or Wi-Fi 7 connectivity options with Bluetooth 5.3 or 5.4.
3. Starting prices vary by region, with UK at £949.99, Europe between €1,019-€1,319, and North America featuring a high-end model with Core Ultra 7 355, 16 GB RAM, and 512 GB storage.
Lenovo’s Recent Updates to Its IdeaPad Lineup
Lenovo is always improving their laptops which is seen with the new updates on the IdeaPad Slim series lately. They’ve introduced a couple of new models like the 13-inch and 15-inch IdeaPad Slim 5x Gen 11 versions in April, using Qualcomm’s Snapdragon X2 platform. Prior too, they released 16-inch versions of the IdeaPad Slim 5 with AMD Gorgon Point and Intel Panther Lake processors, showcasing the company’s broad approach to catering different user needs.
New Features and Specifications
The newest update is the IdeaPad Slim 3, now featuring Intel’s Panther Lake platform with a 15.3-inch display with 16:10 aspect ratio. It replaces the older 15IRU10 model which used Raptor Lake-U processors like the Core 5 120U (currently priced at USD 415). This latest model can be configured with either the Core Ultra 5 322 or Core Ultra 7 355 processors anywhere they’re sold, and offers up to 24 GB RAM. keep in mind that Lenovo solders 8 GB of RAM and keeps one SODIMM slot open for upgrades.
Battery, Connectivity and Display Options
In terms of power, Lenovo is offering either 50 Wh or 60 Wh batteries that support fast charging at 65 W. The device can also be connected via Wi-Fi 6 or Wi-Fi 7, augmented with Bluetooth 5.3 and 5.4 respectively, depending on the model’s configuration. Also, there’s a likelihood to see future configurations with 1600p OLED displays at 165 Hz, but currently, only models with a 1200p resolution and 60 Hz refresh rate are available. These screens peak at 400 nits brightness and cover 45% of the NTSC colour space.
Pricing and Availability
In the UK, the starting price for the IdeaPad Slim 3i is £949.99 for the version with Core Ultra 5 322. In Europe, it ranges from €1,019 to €1,319 with the same processor. In North America, Lenovo is only offering a pre-configured model with a Core Ultra 7 355, 16 GB RAM, and 512 GB storage. At the time of writing, this SKU is selling for CAD 1,679 and $1,199 in the U.S. markets. It is clear that Lenovo is trying to cover a broad audience with various configurations available across regions.