Framework Laptop 12 vs IdeaPad Slim 3i Gen 11
30.7Performance30.7
26.5Display23.3
—Battery29.3
83.2Portability67.7
2 spec wins — Framework Laptop 121 spec wins — IdeaPad Slim 3i Gen 11
InnoReviews verdict
Framework Laptop 12 wins this laptop face-off, 41.5 to 35.2, pulling ahead mainly in portability (+16) and display (+3). IdeaPad Slim 3i Gen 11 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
- Stronger display score: 27 vs 23
- Stronger portability score: 83 vs 68
- 33% higher Peak brightness: 400 nits vs 300 nits
- 20% lower weight: 1.3 kg vs 1.62 kg
Reasons to pick the IdeaPad Slim 3i Gen 11
- 28% higher Screen size: 15.6 ″ vs 12.2 ″
- Lower launch price: $549 vs $799
Display
| Spec | Framework Laptop 12 | IdeaPad Slim 3i Gen 11 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 12.2 ″ | 15.6 ″+28% |
| Panel type | IPS LCD | IPS LCD |
| Resolution | 1920x1200 | 1920x1080 |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 60 Hz |
| Peak brightness | 400 nits+33% | 300 nits |
Performance
| Spec | Framework Laptop 12 | IdeaPad Slim 3i Gen 11 |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core i3-1315U | Intel Core 3 100U |
| Graphics | — | Intel Graphics |
| RAM | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| RAM type | DDR5-5200 | LPDDR5 |
| Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB |
| Storage type | — | PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD |
Battery
| Spec | Framework Laptop 12 | IdeaPad Slim 3i Gen 11 |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | — | 47 Wh |
| Charging | — | 65 W |
Design
| Spec | Framework Laptop 12 | IdeaPad Slim 3i Gen 11 |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 1.3 kg+20% | 1.62 kg |
| Thickness | — | 17.9 mm |
| Material | Recycled aluminum | Polycarbonate-ABS plastic |
Connectivity
| Spec | Framework Laptop 12 | IdeaPad Slim 3i Gen 11 |
|---|---|---|
| Ports | Modular Expansion Card system (USB-C, USB-A, HDMI, DisplayPort, MicroSD) | 1x USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (Power Delivery, DisplayPort), 2x USB-A 3.2 Gen 1, 1x HDMI 1.4b, 1x SD card reader, 1x 3.5mm combo audio |
| Wi-Fi | — | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth | — | 5.2 |
| Webcam | — | 1080p FHD with privacy shutter |
| Biometrics | — | Fingerprint reader on power button |
Software
| Spec | Framework Laptop 12 | IdeaPad Slim 3i Gen 11 |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Windows 11 / Linux | Windows 11 Home |
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