Framework Laptop 12 vs Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 14IPH11
28.4chipPerformancespec-basedchip34.8
35.5chipGraphicschip40.5
26.5Displayspec-based26.5
—Batteryspec-based33.3
83.2Portabilityspec-based73.3
1 spec wins — Framework Laptop 122 spec wins — Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 14IPH11
InnoReviews verdict
This one is close to a dead heat: Framework Laptop 12 scores 39.7 against 39.5 for Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 14IPH11. Pick by the categories that matter to you, or by price.
Which would you pick?
Key differences
Reasons to pick the Framework Laptop 12
No decisive spec advantages — this side competes on price and preference.
Reasons to pick the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 14IPH11
- Stronger graphics score: 41 vs 36
- 100% higher RAM: 16 GB vs 8 GB
- 15% higher Screen size: 14 ″ vs 12.2 ″
Display
| Spec | Framework Laptop 12 | Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 14IPH11 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 12.2 ″ | 14 ″+15% |
| Panel type | IPS LCD | IPS (anti-glare) |
| Resolution | 1920x1200 | 1920x1200 |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 60 Hz |
| Peak brightness | 400 nits | 400 nits |
Performance
| Spec | Framework Laptop 12 | Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 14IPH11 |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core i3-1315U | Intel Core Ultra 5 322 |
| Graphics | — | Intel Graphics (Xe3, integrated) |
| RAM | 8 GB | 16 GB+100% |
| RAM type | DDR5-5200 | DDR5-5600 |
| Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB |
| Storage type | — | PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD (M.2 2242) |
Battery
| Spec | Framework Laptop 12 | Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 14IPH11 |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | — | 50 Wh |
| Charging | — | 65 W |
Design
| Spec | Framework Laptop 12 | Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 14IPH11 |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 1.3 kg+6% | 1.39 kg |
| Thickness | — | 18.9 mm |
| Material | Overmolded TPU over PC/ABS plastic with an inner metal frame | Aluminium or PC-ABS top cover, PC-ABS bottom (varies by model) |
Connectivity
| Spec | Framework Laptop 12 | Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 14IPH11 |
|---|---|---|
| Ports | Modular Expansion Card system (USB-C, USB-A, HDMI, DisplayPort, MicroSD) | 2x USB-A 5Gbps, USB-C 5Gbps (DisplayPort 1.2, 45-65W PD), HDMI 1.4, SD card reader, 3.5mm combo jack |
| Webcam | — | 1080p with IR and privacy shutter |
| Biometrics | — | IR camera for Windows Hello face recognition |
Software
| Spec | Framework Laptop 12 | Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 14IPH11 |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Windows 11 / Linux | Windows 11 Home |
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