Framework Laptop 12 (Intel Core Series 3) vs Lenovo IdeaPad 5 2-in-1 15IWC11
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29.3chipPerformancechip27.7
28.4chipGraphicschip28.4
26.5Displayspec-based26.5
33.3Batteryspec-based46.7
76.6Portabilityspec-based63.6
2 spec wins — Framework Laptop 12 (Intel Core Series 3)4 spec wins — Lenovo IdeaPad 5 2-in-1 15IWC11
InnoReviews verdict
This one is close to a dead heat: Framework Laptop 12 (Intel Core Series 3) scores 36.7 against 36.8 for Lenovo IdeaPad 5 2-in-1 15IWC11. Pick by the categories that matter to you, or by price.
Which would you pick?
Key differences
Reasons to pick the Framework Laptop 12 (Intel Core Series 3)
- 100% higher storage: 512 GB vs 256 GB
- 27% lower weight: 1.3 kg vs 1.77 kg
Reasons to pick the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 2-in-1 15IWC11
- 25% higher Screen size: 15.3 ″ vs 12.2 ″
- 20% higher capacity: 60 Wh vs 50 Wh
Display
| Spec | Framework Laptop 12 (Intel Core Series 3) | Lenovo IdeaPad 5 2-in-1 15IWC11 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 12.2 ″ | 15.3 ″+25% |
| Panel type | LCD (glass, convertible touchscreen, MPP 2.0/USI 2.0 stylus support) | IPS (multitouch) |
| Resolution | 1920x1200 | 1920x1200 |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 60 Hz |
| Peak brightness | 400 nits | 400 nits |
Performance
| Spec | Framework Laptop 12 (Intel Core Series 3) | Lenovo IdeaPad 5 2-in-1 15IWC11 |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core 3 304 | Intel Core 3 304 (Wildcat Lake) |
| Graphics | Intel Graphics (1 Xe3 core, up to 2.3GHz) | Intel Graphics (integrated) |
| RAM | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| RAM type | DDR5-6400 (SO-DIMM) | DDR5-5600 (SODIMM) |
| Storage | 512 GB+100% | 256 GB |
| Storage type | M.2 2230 NVMe SSD | PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD (M.2 2242) |
Battery
| Spec | Framework Laptop 12 (Intel Core Series 3) | Lenovo IdeaPad 5 2-in-1 15IWC11 |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 50 Wh | 60 Wh+20% |
| Charging | 60 W | 65 W+8% |
Design
| Spec | Framework Laptop 12 (Intel Core Series 3) | Lenovo IdeaPad 5 2-in-1 15IWC11 |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 1.3 kg+27% | 1.77 kg |
| Thickness | 18.5 mm | 17.6 mm+5% |
| Material | Overmolded shock-absorbing TPU over plastic with an internal metal structure | Aluminum (top), PC-ABS + 40% glass fiber (bottom) |
Connectivity
| Spec | Framework Laptop 12 (Intel Core Series 3) | Lenovo IdeaPad 5 2-in-1 15IWC11 |
|---|---|---|
| Ports | 4x swappable Expansion Cards (2x rear Thunderbolt 4, 2x front USB 3.2 Gen 2; USB-C/USB-A, HDMI, DisplayPort, Ethernet, microSD/SD options), 3.5mm combo jack | 1x USB-A (5Gbps, always-on), 1x USB-A (5Gbps), 2x USB-C (5Gbps, PD 45-65W, DP1.2), 1x HDMI 1.4b, microSD reader, 3.5mm audio |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 (Intel BE213) | Wi-Fi 6 or Wi-Fi 7 (by configuration) |
| Bluetooth | 6.0 | 5.3 or 5.4 (by configuration) |
| Webcam | 1080p 30fps (2MP OmniVision OV02C sensor, 80° FOV), hardware privacy switch | 1080p + IR, with privacy shutter |
| Biometrics | None on this configuration — fingerprint reader is bundled only with the Core 5 320/Core 7 350 pre-built tiers, not Core 3 304 | IR camera (Windows Hello) |
Software
| Spec | Framework Laptop 12 (Intel Core Series 3) | Lenovo IdeaPad 5 2-in-1 15IWC11 |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Fedora 44 (KDE Plasma) (Windows 11 Home/Pro option available) | Windows 11 Home |
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