Framework Laptop 12 (Intel Core Series 3) vs Lenovo Legion Slim 5 (2024)
VS
30.7Performance43.7
26.5Display39.9
33.3Battery46.7
76.6Portability41.9
3 spec wins — Framework Laptop 12 (Intel Core Series 3)6 spec wins — Lenovo Legion Slim 5 (2024)
InnoReviews verdict
Lenovo Legion Slim 5 (2024) wins this laptop face-off, 43.1 to 38.5, pulling ahead mainly in battery (+13) and display (+13). Framework Laptop 12 (Intel Core Series 3) still makes sense if its price or standout specs fit your needs better.
Which would you pick?
Key differences
Reasons to pick the Framework Laptop 12 (Intel Core Series 3)
- Stronger portability score: 77 vs 42
- 43% lower weight: 1.3 kg vs 2.3 kg
- 16% lower thickness: 18.5 mm vs 21.9 mm
- 14% higher Peak brightness: 400 nits vs 350 nits
- Lower launch price: $699 vs $1,399
Reasons to pick the Lenovo Legion Slim 5 (2024)
- Stronger performance score: 44 vs 31
- Stronger display score: 40 vs 27
- Stronger battery score: 47 vs 33
- 283% higher charging: 230 W vs 60 W
- 175% higher Refresh rate: 165 Hz vs 60 Hz
Display
| Spec | Framework Laptop 12 (Intel Core Series 3) | Lenovo Legion Slim 5 (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 12.2 ″ | 16 ″+31% |
| Panel type | LCD (glass, convertible touchscreen, MPP 2.0/USI 2.0 stylus support) | IPS (WQXGA) |
| Resolution | 1920x1200 | 2560x1600 |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 165 Hz+175% |
| Peak brightness | 400 nits+14% | 350 nits |
Performance
| Spec | Framework Laptop 12 (Intel Core Series 3) | Lenovo Legion Slim 5 (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core 3 304 | AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS |
| Graphics | Intel Graphics (1 Xe3 core, up to 2.3GHz) | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop |
| RAM | 8 GB | 16 GB+100% |
| RAM type | DDR5-6400 (SO-DIMM) | DDR5-5600 (2x SO-DIMM) |
| Storage | 512 GB | 1,024 GB+100% |
| Storage type | M.2 2230 NVMe SSD | PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD (2 slots) |
Benchmarks
| Spec | Framework Laptop 12 (Intel Core Series 3) | Lenovo Legion Slim 5 (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Geekbench 6 (single) | — | 2,600Bottom 33% |
| Geekbench 6 (multi) | — | 12,300Bottom 21% |
Battery
| Spec | Framework Laptop 12 (Intel Core Series 3) | Lenovo Legion Slim 5 (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 50 Wh | 80 Wh+60% |
| Web browsing endurance | — | 7 h |
| Charging | 60 W | 230 W+283% |
Design
| Spec | Framework Laptop 12 (Intel Core Series 3) | Lenovo Legion Slim 5 (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 1.3 kg+43% | 2.3 kg |
| Thickness | 18.5 mm+16% | 21.9 mm |
| Material | Overmolded shock-absorbing TPU over plastic with an internal metal structure | Aluminum lid, polycarbonate base |
Connectivity
| Spec | Framework Laptop 12 (Intel Core Series 3) | Lenovo Legion Slim 5 (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 2x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (DP, 140W PD), 3x USB-A 3.2, HDMI 2.1, RJ-45, 3.5mm |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 (Intel BE213) | Wi-Fi 6E |
| Bluetooth | 6.0 | 5.2 |
| Webcam | 1080p 30fps (2MP OmniVision OV02C sensor, 80° FOV), hardware privacy switch | 1080p with E-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 | None |
Software
| Spec | Framework Laptop 12 (Intel Core Series 3) | Lenovo Legion Slim 5 (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Fedora 44 (KDE Plasma) (Windows 11 Home/Pro option available) | Windows 11 |
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