Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 (15IRU10) vs HP 14 (N150)
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 is the better laptop on paper: it has more memory, has more storage and has a bigger screen. Pick the HP 14 only if it matters to you that it is more compact.
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Key differences
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Performance
Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 wins
Same class of processor, but the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 has more memory (8 GB against 4 GB).
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Gaming
Evenly matched
Neither is made for modern games.
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Display
Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 wins
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 has the better screen: 15.3" Full HD 300 nits against 14" HD 250 nits.
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Battery life
Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 wins
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 should last longer: up to 14.5 hours against up to 11 hours.
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Connectivity
Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 wins
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 is better connected. Only it has a card reader.
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Portability
HP 14 wins
The HP 14 is easier to carry at 1.46 kg, against 1.59 kg.
Other differences
- Memory Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 wins
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 has 8 GB of memory against 4 GB, so it has more room for big projects and heavy multitasking.
- Storage Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 wins
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 has twice the storage: 256 GB against 128 GB.
- Screen size Depends on you
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 has the bigger screen (15.3" against 14"), while the HP 14 is more compact.
- Storage type Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 wins
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 uses a proper SSD, while the HP 14 has slower eMMC-style flash storage, so apps open and update more slowly.
Which one should you choose?
Choose the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 if…
- You keep lots of tabs and apps open: 8 GB of memory gives it more room than 4 GB.
- You store lots of photos, videos or games: it has 256 GB of storage.
- You want more room to work: its 15.3-inch screen fits two windows side by side.
- You want apps and updates to feel quick: it has a proper SSD.
- You plug things in: it has an SD card reader (for camera cards).
Choose the HP 14 if…
- You want something compact for small bags and train tables: it has a 14-inch screen.
- You might want more memory later: you can add it yourself.
- You carry your laptop a lot: it's the lighter of the two at 1.46 kg.
Full spec comparison
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 leads on performance, ports and wireless and extras; elsewhere the two are closely matched.
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Performance
Each laptop has its strengths on performance.
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 has more memory, has more storage and has a faster SSD, while the HP 14 can be upgraded.
| Spec | Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 (15IRU10) | HP 14 (N150) |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core 3 100U | Intel N150 |
| Graphics | Intel Graphics | Intel UHD Graphics |
| Memory (RAM) | 8 GB | 4 GB |
| Memory type | DDR5-4800 | DDR4-3200 |
| Maximum memory | 24 GB | 4 GB |
| Memory upgrades | Partly upgradeable | Upgradeable (slots) |
| Storage | 256 GB | 128 GB |
| Storage type | SSD | UFS |
| Storage interface | PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe M.2 2242 | UFS |
| Storage slots | 2 | — |
Screen
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 is ahead on the screen.
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 has the bigger screen (15.3" against 14"), while the HP 14 is more compact. The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 has a bigger screen and has a brighter screen, while the HP 14 is more compact.
| Spec | Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 (15IRU10) | HP 14 (N150) |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 15.3" | 14" |
| Resolution | Full HD+ (1920 x 1200) | HD (1366 x 768) |
| Aspect ratio | 16:10 | 16:9 |
| Panel | IPS | Basic screen: colours fade at an angle |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | — |
| Brightness | 300 nits | 250 nits |
| Colour range | 45% NTSC | 45% NTSC |
| HDR | None | None |
| Finish | Matte | Matte |
| Touchscreen | No | No |
Battery and size
Each laptop has its strengths on battery and weight.
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 has a bigger battery, while the HP 14 is a little lighter.
| Spec | Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 (15IRU10) | HP 14 (N150) |
|---|---|---|
| Battery life (maker claim) | Up to 14.5 hours | Up to 11 hours |
| Battery capacity | 50 Wh | 41 Wh |
| Charger | 65 W | 45 W |
| Charges via | USB-C (USB PD) and round-tip power connector | — |
| Fast charging | Rapid Charge Boost: 2 hours of runtime from a 15-minute charge | 50% in 45 minutes |
| Weight | 1.59 kg | 1.46 kg |
| Dimensions | 343.4 x 239.5 x 16.9-17.9 mm | 324 x 225 x 17.9 mm |
| Materials | Aluminium top cover, PC-ABS bottom | — |
| Durability | MIL-STD-810H | — |
| Colour | Luna Grey | Jet black |
| Colours available | Cosmic Blue, Luna Grey | Jet black |
Ports and wireless
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 is ahead on ports and wireless.
It has an SD card reader and has Wi-Fi 7, and the HP 14 doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 (15IRU10) | HP 14 (N150) |
|---|---|---|
| Ports | 2x USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 (5Gbps), 1x USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (5Gbps, charging via USB PD 45-65W, DisplayPort 1.2), 1x HDMI 1.4, 1x 3.5 mm headphone/microphone combo, 1x SD card reader, 1x round-tip power connector | 1x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (DisplayPort Alt Mode), 2x USB-A 3.2 Gen 1, 1x HDMI 1.4b, 1x 3.5 mm audio |
| Thunderbolt / USB4 | None | None |
| External displays (max) | 2 | — |
| Card reader | SD | — |
| Ethernet | None | None |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Wi-Fi card | — | Realtek Wi-Fi 6 adapter (model not published) |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.4 | Bluetooth 5.4 |
| Mobile data | None | None |
Features
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 is ahead on extras.
It has a number pad and has a sharper webcam, and the HP 14 doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 (15IRU10) | HP 14 (N150) |
|---|---|---|
| Webcam | 1080p + IR | 720p HP TrueVision HD |
| Webcam privacy | physical shutter | — |
| Backlit keyboard | No | — |
| Keyboard | 6-row, multimedia Fn keys, 1.3 mm key travel, numeric keypad, Copilot key | full-size keyboard |
| Login | Face | — |
| Number pad | Yes | No |
| Touchpad | Buttonless Mylar surface, multi-touch, Precision TouchPad, 75 x 120 mm | HP Imagepad |
| Speakers | Stereo, 2x 2 W, Dolby Audio | HP dual speakers |
| Microphones | dual-microphone array | dual microphones |
| Pen | No | No |
| Security | TPM 2.0 (firmware), Camera privacy shutter, Windows Hello IR camera | firmware TPM, BIOS password, power-on password |
Software and model
Both run Windows.
So the same apps work on both, and they get the same kind of updates.
| Spec | Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 (15IRU10) | HP 14 (N150) |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home in S mode |
| Model number | 83KD000TUK | BM2T5EA |
| Released | 2025 | 2025 |