Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14" Laptop, 14.0" FHD 1920 x 1080 Display, AMD Ryzen 5 3500U Processor, 8GB DDR4 RAM, 256GB SSD, AMD Radeon Vega 8 Graphics, Narrow Bezel, Windows 10, 81W0003QUS, Abyss Blue

It is very difficult to find a good laptop under $500, but this is a solid sub-$500 choice. I have owned this laptop for 3 years and haven’t noticed any issues with it. I have been able to run Steam and play games on this laptop with little to no issues. It isn’t a gaming laptop, but games are definitely playable and it seems to be able to handle most games with the occasional lag. This laptop is great for basic use and school or work use. It is a relatively fast laptop, especially for the price.The screen took me a while to get used to, though I am not sure if this was just my own personal issue or if the screen just takes time to get used to. Eventually I did get used to the screen. It is not a touch-screen laptop, which is what a lot of people might want. But, despite it not being touch-screen, it is still a really nice laptop.In terms of aesthetics, the color isn’t quite like what is pictured. It’s a much darker blue, more like navy blue. The laptop is pretty thin and isn’t too heavy, which makes it good for travel.

This is probably the best value for the money laptop I could find after extensive research. Sure, there's been deals with other laptops with an AMD 3500u inside but that was before the pandemic + prices have gone back up to normal.Now, the laptop. For $450, you're getting the AMD 3500u with the included Vega 8 GPU, 8GB RAM, 256gb SSD. The screen itself is nothing to die for. It's 1080p 60hz, and you definitely have to adjust the viewing angle sometimes because it can be too overexposed or too underexposed when viewing from extreme angles but it's a good screen in the endThe magic of this laptop comes from the price point vs. performanceThe 3500u totally demolishes any intel equivalent laptops at this price range out of the water, and the fact that it is an APU that comes with Vega 8 graphics is a godsenda i5 8250u (the price equivalent of the amd 3500u) with it's integrated graphics does half of the performance in games that the Vega 8 achieves, this can mean the difference between viewing a powerpoint presentation and getting a consistent and playable frame-rateTake GTA V for example. The Vega 8 achieves for me 1080p 35-45FPS with all "Normal" settings, and 720p 50-70FPS. The intel equivalent will only run you up to 720p 35-45FPS. Don't even try 1080p, at only 15-25FPS.Rocket League at 720p performance settings on the i5-8250u? 40-60FPS. Try 70-80FPS on the 3500u/Vega 8 combo.Fortnite? (yes I know) - 720p 35-45FPS on the 3500u. Try 20-30FPS on the i5-8250u.Enough gaming. Battery is fine on light workloads, and it charges super quickly. Like others have noted, some of the information on this amazon listing is wrong so do your research!Either way, I'm really happy with this laptop. Definitely is a good machine at a good price point. Great for work and for some light games. I would definitely recommend this laptop as well if you want to gift it to a child/teen for school + knowledge that it can run titles like Fortnite, Minecraft, etc and are on a budget.

This laptop has stood up well over the past 5 years. Survived a drop down the stairs with only minor cosmetic damage.

This thing worked wonders for me for years, until I spilled water all over it ): I'm a casual laptop user though, the most I need is something to run the Sims 4

The media could not be loaded. For the first time in my life I was able to get a laptop. Not only was I confused by the array of choices and what a lap top does, this brand has made me feel so humble.The specs and hardware can be difficult to understand, but that's okay because you can contact Lenovo support after purchase. I got mine with a payment plan, and I can tell you, I was happy I did so. the PC is amazing and has some sweet mesh work. You can install virus free software to connect your phone to the laptop, so you can work, text, and create in whatever way possible. The processor is more than enough to play most games, and any small work load can be delivered with cloud software given the choice you made to upload and download to your laptop.The only issue I have with this laptop is that I have no issues with it; it's relatively perfect for any situation. I would suggest this for a lap top, or a gift any day.Tip: Be sure to buy insurance for you're laptop. How or who you choose is your personal choice. I can only inform you it's wise to have insurance on your smart devices.

1st Time Lenovo Buyer + Great Gift!This is my first Lenovo purchase and I couldn't be happier! I bought this for my mother as a gift and it has been running smooth and very fast! I highly recommend this for anyone who has a heavy work scheduled and needs a laptop to keep up with them. It can handle very work intensive tasks of any common programs and software - great for the average "tab warrior" (when you always keep 10-25 tabs opens). The size is also wonderful - with 17" display it is a true "lap-top" no need to squeeze your knees together, you can sit back and work with ease! The keyboard, I didn't like at first, but when I started using it, it was very appealing and comfortable to use for the writers out there. The sensitivity is just right and the overall appearance grows on you.I love the simple design of the laptop, not too clunky, not too flashy and just a well rounded sleek work computer. The logo is simple and not offensive and written across the laptop or in the center of the top of the screen - unlike other brands. Great as a gift or your portable work station! Lenovo is my personal best to date!