Engineered for long-lasting performance, the Lenovo IdeaPad 3i with an 11th Gen Intel Core Processor is the perfect laptop for your everyday tasks with dependable features. Dolby Audio delivers crystal-clear sound whether you’re watching a video, streaming music, or video-chatting, you’re sure to love what you hear on the IdeaPad 3i.
A: This Lenovo IdeaPad 3i 15 Laptop, model number 81X800MCUS, ships with 8GB DDR4-2666MHz RAM installed (4GB Soldered DDR4-2666 + 4GB SO-DIMM DDR4-2666MHz RAM). One memory soldered to systemboard, one DDR4 SO-DIMM slot, dual-channel capable. The maximum RAM that this model configuration can support is: Up to 12GB (4GB soldered + 8GB SO-DIMM) DDR4-2666MHz RAM. There is also a 256GB M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0x4 NVMe solid state hard drive installed within this model. The maximum storage capacity that this model configuration can support is: up to two drives, 1x 2.5 inch HDD + 1x M.2 SSD: • 2.5 inch HDD up to 1TB plus • M.2 2242 SSD up to 512GB or • M.2 2280 SSD up to 1TB. We recommend you consult with your certified technician about your upgrade options.
Q: What’s the difference between this model and 81X800KLUS?
A: Model number 81X800MCUS is this Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15 Laptop with a Platinum Grey case color that was first available for sale on 2022-05-04. Model number 81X800KLUS of this IdeaPad 3 15 Laptop has a case color of Almond and was first available for sale on: 2021-11-15. Both ships with Windows 11 S-Mode, 64-bit Operating System, WiFi-6 and the 2-Core/4-Thread 11th Gen Intel Core i3-1115G4 Processor, supported by 8GB DDR4-2666MHz RAM (4GB Soldered DDR4-2666 + 4GB SO-DIMM DDR4-2666MHz RAM) and a 256GB M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0x4 NVMe solid state hard drive.
A: This Lenovo IdeaPad 3i 15 Laptop, model number 81X800MCUS, ships with a 4-in-1 card reader Slot, that is compatible with SD, SDHC, SDXC, MMC format Smart Cards. The Smart Card is sold separately. These ports/Jacks are also included: 1x USB 2.0, 2x USB 3.2 Gen 1, 1x HDMI 1.4, 1x Card reader, 1x Headphone / microphone combo jack (3.5mm), 1x Power connector.
Q: What does it come bundled with as far as software?
A: This Lenovo IdeaPad 3i 15 Laptop, model number 81X800MCUS, ships with this software factory installed: Windows 11 S-Mode, 64-bit Operating System, 30-day Trial of McAfee LiveSafe Virus Protection, 30-day Trial of Microsoft Office 365, Lenovo Utility Software, Lenovo Vantage Software, Alexa (requires user activation to function), Mirkat (requires user activation to function - Mirkat is security and protection for your accounts online). Lenovo computers ship with one of the cleanest factory software installs within the consumer computer industry.
Q: Does it come with windows 11 installed
A: This Lenovo IdeaPad 3i 15 Laptop, model number 81X800MCUS, ships with Windows 11 S-Mode, 64-bit Operating System installed. Windows 11 S-Mode provides added security by only allowing APPs available ( and therefore certified by Microsoft) at the Microsoft Store. If you don't need the added security or you need to install APPs not available at the Microsoft Store, you can switch to standard Windows 11 Home 64-bit Operating System, at no additional cost.
Q: Does this laptop have a webcam?
A: Yes. This Lenovo IdeaPad 3i 15 Laptop, model number 81X800MCUS, ships with a HD 720p webcam with Privacy Shutter and Dual Array Microphones, built in.
A: This Lenovo IdeaPad 3i 15 Laptop, model number 81X800MCUS, ships with a 256GB M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0x4 NVMe solid state hard drive installed. The maximum storage capacity that this model configuration can support is: up to two drives, 1x 2.5 inch HDD + 1x M.2 SSD: • 2.5 inch HDD up to 1TB plus • M.2 2242 SSD up to 512GB or • M.2 2280 SSD up to 1TB. There are no included parts accessories. We recommend you consult with your certified technician and/or 3rd party hard drive supplier about your storage upgrade options.

Engineered for long-lasting performance, the Lenovo IdeaPad 3i with an 11th Gen Intel Core Processor is the perfect laptop for your everyday tasks with dependable features. Dolby Audio delivers crystal-clear sound whether you’re watching a video, streaming music, or video-chatting, you’re sure to love what you hear on the IdeaPad 3i.

The smart IdeaPad Slim 3 lets you work, study, and play on the go anywhere in the world with a lightweight and thin profile that's 10% slimmer than the previous generation yet still military-grade rugged. Take care of important business with powerful up-to-the-latest AMD Ryzen 7000 processors, enhanced with the adaptive performance of Smart Power and full-function Type-C port while you learn, work, and stream on an up-to-WUXGA IPS display with up to 88% AAR.

The ultimate Smart Learning notebook, the Lenovo IdeaPad 3i pairs up to 11th Generation Intel Core i3 processors with tailored work and learn from home solutions that address eye strain, posture problems and at-home distractions, while deploying intelligent thermals for a cool and whisper-quiet system. The new privacy shutter on the camera also lets you reserve complete control over your privacy in the home and beyond.

The IdeaPad Slim 3i is smart and made for heavy on-the-go users from libraries and cafes to airport terminals, with a lightweight and thin profile that's 10% slimmer than the previous generation yet still military-grade rugged. Get the important stuff done on the go with powerful 13th Gen Intel Core i3 processors, the adaptive performance of Smart Power, and full-function Type-C port while you learn, work, and stream on a Full HD display with up to 88% AAR.
| Pros for Lenovo - Ideapad 3i 15.6" HD Touch Laptop - Core i3-1115G4 - 8GB Memory - 256GB SSD - Platinum Grey | |||
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| There were no pros for this product— | Overall Performance, Portability, Speed, Battery Life | There were no pros for this product— | Overall Performance, Portability, Speed, Battery Life, Screen Size |
| Cons for Lenovo - Ideapad 3i 15.6" HD Touch Laptop - Core i3-1115G4 - 8GB Memory - 256GB SSD - Platinum Grey | |||
| There were no cons for this product— | There were no cons for this product— | There were no cons for this product— | Storage Capacity, RAM, Setup Process |
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