Framework Laptop 12 vs Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3i Gen 10 (15IRH10)
30.7Performance44
26.5Display23.3
—Battery33.3
83.2Portability67.3
2 spec wins — Framework Laptop 122 spec wins — Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3i Gen 10 (15IRH10)
InnoReviews verdict
This one is close to a dead heat: Framework Laptop 12 scores 41.5 against 40.7 for Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3i Gen 10 (15IRH10). Pick by the categories that matter to you — Framework Laptop 12 edges ahead in portability and display, or by price.
Which would you pick?
Key differences
Reasons to pick the Framework Laptop 12
- Stronger display score: 27 vs 23
- Stronger portability score: 83 vs 67
- 33% higher Peak brightness: 400 nits vs 300 nits
- 18% lower weight: 1.3 kg vs 1.59 kg
Reasons to pick the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3i Gen 10 (15IRH10)
- Stronger performance score: 44 vs 31
- 100% higher RAM: 16 GB vs 8 GB
- 25% higher Screen size: 15.3 ″ vs 12.2 ″
Display
| Spec | Framework Laptop 12 | Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3i Gen 10 (15IRH10) |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 12.2 ″ | 15.3 ″+25% |
| Panel type | IPS LCD | IPS (anti-glare, non-touch) |
| Resolution | 1920x1200 | 1920x1200 |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 60 Hz |
| Peak brightness | 400 nits+33% | 300 nits |
Performance
| Spec | Framework Laptop 12 | Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3i Gen 10 (15IRH10) |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core i3-1315U | Intel Core i5-13420H |
| Graphics | — | Intel UHD Graphics (integrated) |
| RAM | 8 GB | 16 GB+100% |
| RAM type | DDR5-5200 | DDR5-4800 (soldered + 1x SODIMM slot) |
| Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB |
| Storage type | — | PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD (2x M.2 2242 slots) |
Battery
| Spec | Framework Laptop 12 | Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3i Gen 10 (15IRH10) |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | — | 50 Wh |
| Charging | — | 65 W |
Design
| Spec | Framework Laptop 12 | Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3i Gen 10 (15IRH10) |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 1.3 kg+18% | 1.59 kg |
| Thickness | — | 18.9 mm |
| Material | Overmolded TPU over PC/ABS plastic with an inner metal frame | Aluminum or PC-ABS (top), PC-ABS (bottom) |
Connectivity
| Spec | Framework Laptop 12 | Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3i Gen 10 (15IRH10) |
|---|---|---|
| Ports | Modular Expansion Card system (USB-C, USB-A, HDMI, DisplayPort, MicroSD) | 2x USB-A 5Gbps, 1x USB-C 5Gbps (PD 45-65W, DP 1.2), HDMI 1.4, SD card reader, 3.5mm combo jack, round-tip power connector |
| Wi-Fi | — | Wi-Fi 6 or Wi-Fi 7 (by configuration) |
| Bluetooth | — | 5.2 or 5.4 (by configuration) |
| Webcam | — | HD 720p or FHD 1080p with privacy shutter (IR on some configurations) |
| Biometrics | — | Optional IR camera for Windows Hello; no fingerprint reader |
Software
| Spec | Framework Laptop 12 | Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3i Gen 10 (15IRH10) |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Windows 11 / Linux | Windows 11 (Home or Pro) |
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