Choose the IdeaPad Slim 3 15, Intel if…
- You want a card reader without an adapter.
The Aspire Go 15 is faster; otherwise the two are much alike.
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Performance
Aspire Go 15 wins
More processor cores: quicker with big projects and many apps open.
Display
Evenly matched
The screens are much the same to look at.
Ports
IdeaPad Slim 3 15, Intel wins
It adds a card reader.
| Specification | IdeaPad Slim 3 15, Intel | Aspire Go 15 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ||
| The Aspire Go 15 is the faster laptop, with more processor cores. It feels quicker with many apps open; the IdeaPad Slim 3 15, Intel is fine for lighter use. | ||
| Processor | Intel N150 | Intel Core 3 N355 |
| CPU cores | 4 | 8 |
| Threads | 4 | 8 |
| Max boost clock | 3.6 GHz | 3.9 GHz |
| Cache | 6 MB | 6 MB |
| Processor base power | 6 W | 15 W |
| Manufacturing process | Intel 7 | Intel 7 |
| Graphics | Integrated | Intel Graphics |
| Memory (RAM) | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| Memory type | LPDDR5 | DDR5 |
| Maximum memory | 8 GB | 16 GB |
| Storage | 128 GB | 128 GB |
| Storage type | UFS | UFS |
| Storage interface | UFS 2.2 | — |
| Screen | ||
| The screens are closely matched for everyday viewing. | ||
| Screen size | 15.6" | 15.6" |
| Resolution | Full HD+ (1920 x 1200) | Full HD (1920 x 1080) |
| Panel | IPS | IPS |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | — |
| Brightness | 250 nits | — |
| Touchscreen | — | No |
| Battery and size | ||
| Charger | 65 W | — |
| Charges via | USB-C | DC-in |
| Dimensions | 359 x 234 x 17.8 mm (14.13 x 9.21 x 0.7 in) | 363 x 240 x 19.8 mm (14.29 x 9.45 x 0.78 in) |
| Durability | MIL-STD-810H | — |
| Color | Abyss Blue | Silver |
| Colors available | Abyss Blue | Silver |
| Battery capacity | — | 53 Wh |
| Weight | — | 1.73 kg (3.8 lb) |
| Materials | — | back cover made from 30% recycled plastic |
| Ports and wireless | ||
| The IdeaPad Slim 3 15, Intel adds a card reader, so you'll need fewer adapters. | ||
| Ports | 1x USB-C (Power Delivery, DisplayPort), 2x USB-A, 1x HDMI 1.4, 1x SD card reader, 1x audio jack | 2x USB-C (USB 3.2 Gen 2, DisplayPort, charging up to 45W), 2x USB-A (USB 3.2 Gen 1), 1x HDMI 2.1 (HDCP support), 1x headphone/speaker/line-out jack, 1x DC-in for AC adapter |
| Card reader | SD | — |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.2 | Bluetooth 5.1 |
| Features | ||
| Webcam | 720p | 720p |
| Webcam privacy | physical shutter | — |
| Backlit keyboard | No | — |
| Keyboard | Full-size, non-backlit, dedicated Copilot key | Copilot key |
| Number pad | Yes | — |
| Touchpad | Touch Pad | — |
| Speakers | Dolby Audio speakers | — |
| Microphones | dual microphones | — |
| Security | — | Kensington Lock Slot |
| Software and model | ||
| Operating system | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home in S mode |
| Released | — | 2025 |