Customers are impressed with the IdeaPad 3 14" Laptop's affordable price, lightweight design, and large storage capacity. It is suitable for everyday tasks, schoolwork, and even gaming. However, some users have concerns about its slow performance, short battery life, and occasional camera issues.
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Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Great value
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Although we just purchased this, it does everything we need it to. We just needed something for basic MS Word and teleconferencing options. We had a chromebook that didn’t like zoom and the Microsoft apps weren’t as convenient either.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
A bit slow but great performanxe
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Running off of a HDD makes it run a bit slower than wished for, but it still makes great performance on games and editing programs. The brightness and sound on the computer itself is a bit low on both ends, but again not a big issue.
I would recommend this to a friend
Brand response from Lenovo Product Expert
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The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14 Laptop, model number 81W0009DUS, is a mid-level, moderate use configuration, with its AMD Ryzen 3 3250U processor. This Dual-Core/Four-Thread processor has a base speed of 2.6GHz and a boost speed of up to 3.4GHz. This configuration has 8GB of DDR4-2400MHz RAM. It is good with Microsoft Office type programs, internet browsing and other moderate work. This model ships with Windows 10 S-Mode Operating System. Windows 10 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 10 Home 64-bit Operating System, at no additional cost.
Pros mentioned:
Storage
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great
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Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Love this computer. Purchased for the “Windows and Microsoft “ use for a certain class. It was exactly what was needed and held all my files with not problems.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
I like
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This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Works like a charm so far. The system security is interesting, and if it works as well as they claim amazing!
Looks like they have something here. Tho putting in your own program is very taboo. Can not have everything not yet.
I would recommend this to a friend
Brand response from Lenovo Product Expert
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Thank you for choosing the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14 Laptop, model number 81W0009DUS. This model ships with Windows 10 S-Mode Operating System. Windows 10 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 10 Home 64-bit Operating System, at no additional cost.
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Snappy little no frills laptop
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Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Purchased to use as a "second screen" from my main gaming rig.
Works very well for the price, snappy web pages, smooth full screen Youtube/Hulu, and very light to take with on the occasional trip or overnight work session.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Awesome for everyday needs
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
It's very light weight, which i love because its super easy to carry. Easy to set up and navigate. Program perfect. Very much recommended for your daily needs.
I would recommend this to a friend
Brand response from Lenovo Product Expert
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Thank you for choosing the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14 Laptop, model number 81W0009DUS. We are pleased to hear that the easy setup, features and performance of the IdeaPad 3 14 meets your computing needs so well. This model ships with Windows 10 S-Mode Operating System. Windows 10 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 10 Home 64-bit Operating System, at no additional cost.
Pros mentioned:
Price
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great for school, its simple
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Bought two of these for my nieces to start school with, they are great computers nothing special. Will get the job done,
Recommend for Elementary - High School
I would recommend this to a friend
Brand response from Lenovo Product Expert
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Thank you for choosing the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14 Laptops model number 81W0009DUS, for your nieces. We are pleased to hear that the IdeaPad 3 14 laptops are working out so well. This is a mid-level, moderate use configuration, with its AMD Ryzen 3 3250U processor. This Dual-Core/Four-Thread processor has a base speed of 2.6GHz and a boost speed of up to 3.4GHz. This configuration has 8GB of DDR4-2400MHz RAM. It is good with Microsoft Office type programs, internet browsing and other moderate work. This model ships with Windows 10 S-Mode Operating System. Windows 10 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 10 Home 64-bit Operating System, at no additional cost.
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
For College Kid
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Bought this for my son whom just started college. Wanted something that wasn’t too expensive but still very capable for what my son needed to complete his college work. So far it has met that need very very well. It’s very fast for his intended need and use. He hasn’t tried gaming on it so I can’t comment on that. I’m glad I purchased this at a very affordable price. For basic web browsing and school work this is perfect. No need to spend more than $500 for these needs.
I would recommend this to a friend
Brand response from Lenovo Product Expert
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Thank you for choosing the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14 Laptop, model number 81W0009DUS, for your son. We are pleased to hear that the value and performance of the IdeaPad 3 14 meets the computing needs of your son so well. This is a mid-level, moderate use configuration, with its AMD Ryzen 3 3250U processor. This Dual-Core/Four-Thread processor has a base speed of 2.6GHz and a boost speed of up to 3.4GHz. This configuration has 8GB of DDR4-2400MHz RAM. It is good with Microsoft Office type programs, internet browsing and other moderate work. This model ships with Windows 10 S-Mode Operating System. Windows 10 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 10 Home 64-bit Operating System, at no additional cost.
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Nice Laptop
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Posted . Owned for more than 2 years when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
This is a nice laptop for basic functions. The video/graphics are a bit slow. This laptop was on sale, but would not be worth the price off sale.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Lenovo laptop
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Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
There was not many choices when I ordered this, but this has been a good deal. My child needed one for schooling at home. This works great-even if you take it out of Home-S mode. It has been running smoothly.
I would recommend this to a friend
Brand response from Lenovo Product Expert
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Thank you for choosing the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14 Laptop model number 81W0009DUS, for your child. We are pleased to hear that the IdeaPad 3 14 is working out so well for your child.
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Good computer
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Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
It works fine and is fast enough for my purposes. It would've been nicer if you could scroll using the touchpad so I'd suggest getting a mouse to use with it.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
This laptop wasn't ultimately what I had set out to purchase in order to return to school this fall semester, but due to the pandemic the only options were Chromebooks (not allowed for my classes), refurbished models and less than a handful of new models at the time. That narrowed down my options fairly quickly, but I was lucky to find this model that stayed within my budget and had the features I needed. The camera works great; browsing is great and I'm running all the MS Office programs on here. Streams nicely. Setup was easy to follow, as well. Happy with my purchase.
I would recommend this to a friend
Brand response from Lenovo Product Expert
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Thank you for choosing the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14 Laptop, model number 81W0009DUS. This model ships with a 720p (HD) webcam with manual Privacy Shutter and Dual Array Microphone built in. This model ships with Windows 10 S-Mode Operating System. Windows 10 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 10 Home 64-bit Operating System, at no additional cost.
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
So far a great laptop
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This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Bought this as a last minute school PC for my son. No one had much in stock and I found this at a Best Buy 65 miles from my house. I ordered it on line and did curbside pickup. Great experience at the store. The only thing the PC didn't have that we wanted was an SSD. Even with a mechanical drive it's still responsive and it's something I can change myself in the future. All said very happy I found this laptop for the price and it's performance. As a side note I have to say that Best Buy is getting a lot better with the diy crowd and is earning more of my business lately.
I would recommend this to a friend
Brand response from Lenovo Product Expert
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Thank you for choosing the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14 laptop, model number 81W0009DUS, for your son. This is a mid-level, moderate use configuration, with its AMD Ryzen 3 3250U processor. This Dual-Core/Four-Thread processor has a base speed of 2.6GHz and a boost speed of up to 3.4GHz. This configuration has 8GB of DDR4-2400MHz RAM. It is good with Microsoft Office type programs, internet browsing and other moderate work. This model ships with Windows 10 S-Mode Operating System. Windows 10 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 10 Home 64-bit Operating System, at no additional cost.
Pros mentioned:
Price
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Good for school kids
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Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Great laptop for kid to use for school , not super high end or high quality screen but it gets the job done at a good price
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Lightweight
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great size, super light!
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I'm really happy with this purchase, it has a great size and doesn't weight a thing. Very easy to use, great color, very practical to carry around.
I would recommend this to a friend
Brand response from Lenovo Product Expert
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Thank you for choosing the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14 Laptop, model number 81W0009DUS. We are pleased to hear that the features and performance of the IdeaPad 3 14 meets your computing needs so well. This model weighs just 3.30 lbs. This is a mid-level, moderate use configuration, with its AMD Ryzen 3 3250U processor. This Dual-Core/Four-Thread processor has a base speed of 2.6GHz and a boost speed of up to 3.4GHz. This configuration has 8GB of DDR4-2400MHz RAM. It is good with Microsoft Office type programs, internet browsing and other moderate work. This model ships with Windows 10 S-Mode Operating System. Windows 10 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 10 Home 64-bit Operating System, at no additional cost.
Cons mentioned:
Slow
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great laptop for the value!
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
“Comes to life” a little slow, but once it’s up and running there is no stopping you. Great great laptop for the value, cannot stress that enough.
I would recommend this to a friend
Brand response from Lenovo Product Expert
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The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14 Laptop, model number 81W0009DUS, will boot from off to the Windows 10 Desktop in less than 40-seconds. If you are experiencing slower boot times, Be sure any software you installed is compatible with Windows 10. There is no need to install Microsoft Office software. The software is already part of the operating system, you just need to activate the software with a purchased product key. If you have installed a copy of Microsoft Office, this is conflicting with the existing copy on the system and this will slow your system down. If you have installed a 3rd party anti-virus program, be sure that Windows Defender is turned off and that the trial version of McAfee Anti-Virus software is uninstalled. There can only be one anti-virus program on the system. You may need to restore your system to original factory default settings if any of the programming errors have occurred. You can do that by typing "restore" in the Cortana search window. Just click on the magnifying glass icon at the bottom left of your Windows 10 Desktop. Click on "Reset This PC" Then click on "Get Started" and follow the on screen directions to restore to factory defaults. If the problem persists, we recommend you contact Lenovo Tech Support at: 877-453-6686.
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
light, decent speed, so far so good
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
most pretty well. small and easy to carry, quiet, My 1/! button is too firm requires some effort to use. windows OS is still horrible to navigate. Tons of undesirable features, a large maze sub menus.
I would recommend this to a friend
Brand response from Lenovo Product Expert
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We are sorry to hear that you are having issues with your Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14 Laptop, model number 81W0009DUS. Try using some canned air to remove any debris that may be trapped under the key you are having difficulty with. The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14 ships with Windows 10 S-Mode Operating System. Windows 10 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 10 Home 64-bit Operating System, at no additional cost. With regard to learning your way around Windows 10, you may want to try YouTube.com (just type that address in your browser address window). There are hundreds for free instructional videos there about Windows 10. Just type Windows 10 Introduction in to the YouTube search window. You can watch free videos there that will show you the basics all the way up to tips and tricks videos and they're all free.
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
an okay laptop
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Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
this is an okay laptop for its price. It's easy to use and its overall quality is good. I would recommend getting this laptop during sale event. so far there is no heat problem or noisy cooling fan
I would recommend this to a friend
Brand response from Lenovo Product Expert
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Hello. Thank you for choosing the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 laptop. We are pleased to hear that the value and performance of the IdeaPad 3 meets your computing needs so well! : You can use Lenovo Q-Control to manually control fan performance: (Fn + Q ) option to change the fan. If the issue continues, we recommend you call Lenovo Tech Support at: 877-453-6686.
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Nice computer
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
This is a sleek, beautiful color metallic blue. Small frame computer. I do prefer the number keypad separate on the side of the keyboard, but it doesn't have that only the numbers above the letters
I would recommend this to a friend
Brand response from Lenovo Product Expert
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Thank you for choosing the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14 Laptop, model number 81W0009DUS. The compact size of this configuration precludes a 10-key numeric pad. There is a standard QWERTY keyboard. This is a mid-level, moderate use configuration, with its AMD Ryzen 3 3250U processor. This Dual-Core/Four-Thread processor has a base speed of 2.6GHz and a boost speed of up to 3.4GHz. This configuration has 8GB of DDR4-2400MHz RAM. It is good with Microsoft Office type programs, internet browsing and other moderate work. This model ships with Windows 10 S-Mode Operating System. Windows 10 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 10 Home 64-bit Operating System, at no additional cost.
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
A great bargain laptop
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I got two of these. For the money they're great laptops for those that don't need much power.
Great for Web surfing and and typical office type tasks. Not for gaming or heavy photo/video editing.
I would recommend this to a friend
Brand response from Lenovo Product Expert
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Thank you for choosing the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14 Laptops, model number 81W0009DUS. We are pleased to hear that the value and performance of the IdeaPad 3 14 meets your computing needs so well. This is a mid-level, moderate use configuration, with its AMD Ryzen 3 3250U processor. This Dual-Core/Four-Thread processor has a base speed of 2.6GHz and a boost speed of up to 3.4GHz. This configuration has 8GB of DDR4-2400MHz RAM. It is good with Microsoft Office type programs, internet browsing and other moderate work. This model ships with Windows 10 S-Mode Operating System. Windows 10 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 10 Home 64-bit Operating System, at no additional cost.