Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 15IRU8 – 13th Gen i3 (2023 Model) (NEW)

🧠 Processor (CPU)

• Model: Intel® Core™ i3‑1305U (13th Gen, Raptor Lake)

• Cores / Threads: 5 Cores (1 Performance + 4 Efficient) / 6 Threads

• Base Frequency: ~1.2 GHz

• Max Turbo Boost: Up to 4.5 GHz

• Cache: 10MB Smart Cache

• TDP: 15W (energy efficient)

• Integrated AI Features: Yes

• Ideal Use: Web browsing, document editing, video streaming, MS Office, online classes

💾 Memory (RAM)

• Installed: 8GB LPDDR5

• Speed: 4800 MHz

• Type: LPDDR5 (soldered, non-upgradable)

• Channels: Dual-channel supported

• Performance: Faster than DDR4 – better multitasking and responsiveness

• Note: Cannot be upgraded (soldered to the board)

💽 Storage

• Drive: 256GB M.2 PCIe Gen 4 NVMe SSD

• Speed: Read up to 3500MB/s (varies by model)

• Upgradability:

  • One M.2 slot available

  • Can upgrade to 512GB / 1TB Gen 4 SSD

• Boot Time: ~7–10 seconds

• Responsiveness: Fast file access and app launch

🖥️ Display

• Size: 15.6″ diagonal

• Resolution: Full HD (1920 × 1080)

• Panel Type: TN or IPS (check variant – IPS preferred)

• Color Gamut: ~45% NTSC (~60% sRGB – suitable for everyday use)

• Brightness: 250 nits

• Finish: Anti-glare matte coating

• Viewing Angle: TN (narrow); IPS (wide – better for multimedia)

🎨 Graphics

• GPU: Intel® UHD Graphics (Integrated)

• Video Support:

  • 4K output via HDMI

  • Smooth FHD video playback

  • Light photo editing

• Gaming: Casual games only (e.g., Minecraft, CS:GO low settings)

🔋 Battery & Power

• Battery: 3-cell, 45Wh Lithium-ion

• Battery Life:

  • ~7–9 hours (light usage)

  • ~4–5 hours with video streaming or multitasking

• Charging: 65W Round-pin fast charger

• Battery Tech: Rapid Charge (up to 80% in 1 hour)

🔌 Ports & Connectivity

• USB Ports:

  • 2 × USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 (5 Gbps)

  • 1 × USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (data only – no charging/video)

• HDMI: 1 × HDMI 1.4b

• Audio: 3.5mm Combo Jack

• Card Reader: SD Card Reader

• Webcam: HD 720p with Privacy Shutter

• Wi-Fi: Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)

• Bluetooth: Version 5.1

🔊 Audio & Input

• Speakers: 2 × 1.5W stereo speakers

• Audio Technology: Dolby Audio

• Microphones: Dual-array digital mics

• Keyboard:

  • Full-size with Numeric Keypad

  • Non-backlit (check local variant)

• Touchpad: Large Precision Touchpad with multi-gesture support

💻 Software & OS

• Operating System: Windows 11 Home (64-bit)

• Included Software:

  • Office Trial

  • Lenovo Vantage (device control & diagnostics)

  • McAfee or other trial antivirus

📐 Design & Dimensions

• Chassis Material: Polycarbonate plastic

• Color: Arctic Grey (other color options may vary)

• Weight: ~1.62 kg

• Thickness: ~19.9 mm

• Hinge: 180° lay-flat hinge

• Build Quality: Solid for light use; sleek matte finish

🔐 Security

• Firmware TPM 2.0 (required for Windows 11)

• Camera privacy shutter

• Kensington Nano security slot