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Costco Members: Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15.6" Touch Laptop: Ryzen 5 5500U, 512GB SSD

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Costco Wholesale has for their Members: Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15.6" Touchscreen Laptop (82KU00C1US, Abyss Blue) for $499.99. Shipping is $9.99.

Thanks to community member DirtCheapDad for finding this deal.

Note, this product is backordered, and is expected to ship between 08/30/2021 and 09/03/2021.

Specs
  • AMD Ryzen 5 5500U 6-Core Processor
  • 15.6" 1920x1080 Touchscreen IPS 300-Nits Display
  • 12GB DDR4 Memory
  • 512GB NVMe M.2 Solid State Drive
  • AMD Radeon 7 Graphics
    • 1x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C (Data Transfer Only)
    • 1x USB 3.0
    • 1x USB 2.0
    • 1x HDMI
  • Backlit Keyboard
  • 802.11 Wireless-AC (2x2) and Bluetooth 5.0
  • 3-Cell 45WH Lithium-Polymer Battery
  • Windows 10 Home

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  • About this deal:
    • $150 manufacturer's savings is valid 7/29/21 through 8/23/21. While supplies last. Limit 2 per member.
  • Warranty & services:
    • 2nd Year Warranty
    • Free Technical Support
    • 90 Day Return Policy

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Costco Wholesale has for their Members: Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15.6" Touchscreen Laptop (82KU00C1US, Abyss Blue) for $499.99. Shipping is $9.99.

Thanks to community member DirtCheapDad for finding this deal.

Note, this product is backordered, and is expected to ship between 08/30/2021 and 09/03/2021.

Specs
  • AMD Ryzen 5 5500U 6-Core Processor
  • 15.6" 1920x1080 Touchscreen IPS 300-Nits Display
  • 12GB DDR4 Memory
  • 512GB NVMe M.2 Solid State Drive
  • AMD Radeon 7 Graphics
    • 1x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C (Data Transfer Only)
    • 1x USB 3.0
    • 1x USB 2.0
    • 1x HDMI
  • Backlit Keyboard
  • 802.11 Wireless-AC (2x2) and Bluetooth 5.0
  • 3-Cell 45WH Lithium-Polymer Battery
  • Windows 10 Home

Editor's Notes

Written by johnny_miller | Staff
  • About this deal:
    • $150 manufacturer's savings is valid 7/29/21 through 8/23/21. While supplies last. Limit 2 per member.
  • Warranty & services:
    • 2nd Year Warranty
    • Free Technical Support
    • 90 Day Return Policy

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mepo12
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this is actually a great deal
DirtCheapDad
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Looks like the link won't translate properly due to SD. If you get the landing page, look under IdeaPad 3, 15ALC6 (aligns to 82KU)

copy/paste... psref.lenovo.com/Detail/IdeaPad/IdeaPad_3_15ALC6?M=82KU00C1US

Here is the detail from that page... Based on this, the RAM isn't upgradeable, but might need to search on that because is looks like the 8gb is a sodimm that might be replaceable.

>> Edit: Confirmed on a laptop in my hands that the RAM is 3200mhz

Processor
AMD Ryzen 5 5500U (6C / 12T, 2.1 / 4.0GHz, 3MB L2 / 8MB L3)
Graphics
Integrated AMD Radeon Graphics
Chipset
AMD SoC Platform
Memory
4GB Soldered DDR4-3200 + 8GB SO-DIMM DDR4-3200
Memory Slots
One memory soldered to systemboard, one DDR4 SO-DIMM slot, dual-channel capable
Max Memory
Up to 12GB (4GB soldered + 8GB SO-DIMM) DDR4-3200 offering
Storage
512GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0x4 NVMe
Storage Support
Model with 45Wh battery: one drive, 1x M.2 SSD
• M.2 2242 SSD up to 512GB
• M.2 2280 SSD up to 1TB
Card Reader
4-in-1 Card Reader
Optical
None
Audio Chip
High Definition (HD) Audio, Realtek ALC3287 codec
Speakers
Stereo speakers, 1.5W x2, Dolby Audio
Camera
720p with Privacy Shutter
Microphone
2x, Array
Battery
Integrated 45Wh
Max Battery Life
Model with 45Wh battery:
MobileMark 2018: 9 hr
Local Video (1080p) Playback@150nits: 11 hr
Power Adapter
65W Round Tip Wall-mount
DESIGN
Display
15.6" FHD (1920x1080) IPS 300nits Anti-glare, 45% NTSC, Touch
Touchscreen
10-point Multi-touch
Keyboard
Backlit, English (US)
Case Color
Abyss Blue
Surface Treatment
IMR
Case Material
PC + ABS (Top), PC + ABS (Bottom)
Dimensions (WxDxH)
359.2 x 236.5 x 19.9 mm (14.14 x 9.31 x 0.78 inches)
Weight
1.65 kg (3.64 lbs)
SOFTWARE
Operating System
Windows 10 Home 64, English
Bundled Software
Office Trial
CONNECTIVITY
Ethernet
None
WLAN + Bluetooth
11ac, 2x2 + BT5.0
Standard Ports
1x power connector
1x card reader
1x USB 3.2 Gen 1
1x USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (support data transfer only)
1x HDMI 1.4b
1x headphone / microphone combo jack (3.5mm)
1x USB 2.0
SECURITY & PRIVACY
Security Chip
Firmware TPM 2.0 integrated in chipset
Fingerprint Reader
Touch Style
Other Security
IR camera for Windows Hello
SERVICE
Base Warranty
1-year, Depot
Included Upgrade
None
CERTIFICATIONS
Green Certifications
ENERGY STAR 8.0
ErP Lot 3
RoHS compliant
bobdob
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IBM has no relationship to Lenovo. They sold their lines more than 15 years ago. Lenovo has a wide range of build quality depending on the line.

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Our community has rated this post as helpful. If you agree, why not thank mepo12

this is actually a great deal
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BubbaPug523
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How does this processor compare to the 11th gen i5?
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tcatnat
Jul 29, 2021
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I went looking for this in the warehouse today but they seem to only be online. In talking with the guy working in the electronics areas was surprised to see "such a good deal" on this laptop.
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mepo12
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Quote from tcatnat :
I went looking for this in the warehouse today but they seem to only be online. In talking with the guy working in the electronics areas was surprised to see "such a good deal" on this laptop.
I think it is a good deal! Debating canceling my Alienware M15 r5 order
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Quote from BubbaPug523 :
How does this processor compare to the 11th gen i5?
https://www.cpubenchmark.net/comp...4141vs4279
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DirtCheapDad
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Looks like the link won't translate properly due to SD. If you get the landing page, look under IdeaPad 3, 15ALC6 (aligns to 82KU)

copy/paste... psref.lenovo.com/Detail/IdeaPad/IdeaPad_3_15ALC6?M=82KU00C1US

Here is the detail from that page... Based on this, the RAM isn't upgradeable, but might need to search on that because is looks like the 8gb is a sodimm that might be replaceable.

>> Edit: Confirmed on a laptop in my hands that the RAM is 3200mhz

Processor
AMD Ryzen 5 5500U (6C / 12T, 2.1 / 4.0GHz, 3MB L2 / 8MB L3)
Graphics
Integrated AMD Radeon Graphics
Chipset
AMD SoC Platform
Memory
4GB Soldered DDR4-3200 + 8GB SO-DIMM DDR4-3200
Memory Slots
One memory soldered to systemboard, one DDR4 SO-DIMM slot, dual-channel capable
Max Memory
Up to 12GB (4GB soldered + 8GB SO-DIMM) DDR4-3200 offering

Storage
512GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0x4 NVMe
Storage Support
Model with 45Wh battery: one drive, 1x M.2 SSD
• M.2 2242 SSD up to 512GB
• M.2 2280 SSD up to 1TB
Card Reader
4-in-1 Card Reader
Optical
None
Audio Chip
High Definition (HD) Audio, Realtek ALC3287 codec
Speakers
Stereo speakers, 1.5W x2, Dolby Audio
Camera
720p with Privacy Shutter
Microphone
2x, Array
Battery
Integrated 45Wh
Max Battery Life
Model with 45Wh battery:
MobileMark 2018: 9 hr
Local Video (1080p) Playback@150nits: 11 hr
Power Adapter
65W Round Tip Wall-mount
DESIGN
Display
15.6" FHD (1920x1080) IPS 300nits Anti-glare, 45% NTSC, Touch
Touchscreen
10-point Multi-touch
Keyboard
Backlit, English (US)
Case Color
Abyss Blue
Surface Treatment
IMR
Case Material
PC + ABS (Top), PC + ABS (Bottom)
Dimensions (WxDxH)
359.2 x 236.5 x 19.9 mm (14.14 x 9.31 x 0.78 inches)
Weight
1.65 kg (3.64 lbs)
SOFTWARE
Operating System
Windows 10 Home 64, English
Bundled Software
Office Trial
CONNECTIVITY
Ethernet
None
WLAN + Bluetooth
11ac, 2x2 + BT5.0
Standard Ports
1x power connector
1x card reader
1x USB 3.2 Gen 1
1x USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (support data transfer only)
1x HDMI 1.4b
1x headphone / microphone combo jack (3.5mm)
1x USB 2.0
SECURITY & PRIVACY
Security Chip
Firmware TPM 2.0 integrated in chipset
Fingerprint Reader
Touch Style
Other Security
IR camera for Windows Hello
SERVICE
Base Warranty
1-year, Depot
Included Upgrade
None
CERTIFICATIONS
Green Certifications
ENERGY STAR 8.0
ErP Lot 3
RoHS compliant
Last edited by DirtCheapDad August 4, 2021 at 09:13 AM.

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LavenderMask182
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Quote from mepo12 :
this is actually a great deal
That's true. 300 nits touch display at 500 bucks and 12 gb ram. It's a great vfm deal
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BubbaPug523
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Is the WiFi card easily replaceable? I'd want to install a WiFi 6 card.
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frvrngn
Jul 29, 2021
312 Posts
Any comments on this vs the Spin 3 that was on sale recently for $479? We bought that one for kid to use at high school this year. He likes it well enough but his seems better.

Here is the Spin - https://www.costco.com/acer-spin-...72591.html
Jul 29, 2021
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PowerfulClub4936
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Quote from DirtCheapDad :
Looks like the link won't translate properly due to SD. If you get the landing page, look under IdeaPad 3, 15ALC6 (aligns to 82KU)

copy/paste... psref.lenovo.com/Detail/IdeaPad/IdeaPad_3_15ALC6?M=82KU00C1US

Here is the detail from that page... Based on this, the RAM isn't upgradeable, but might need to search on that because is looks like the 8gb is a sodimm that might be replaceable.

Processor
AMD Ryzen 5 5500U (6C / 12T, 2.1 / 4.0GHz, 3MB L2 / 8MB L3)
Graphics
Integrated AMD Radeon Graphics
Chipset
AMD SoC Platform
Memory
4GB Soldered DDR4-3200 + 8GB SO-DIMM DDR4-3200
Memory Slots
One memory soldered to systemboard, one DDR4 SO-DIMM slot, dual-channel capable
Max Memory
Up to 12GB (4GB soldered + 8GB SO-DIMM) DDR4-3200 offering

Storage
512GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0x4 NVMe
Storage Support
Model with 45Wh battery: one drive, 1x M.2 SSD
• M.2 2242 SSD up to 512GB
• M.2 2280 SSD up to 1TB
Card Reader
4-in-1 Card Reader
Optical
None
Audio Chip
High Definition (HD) Audio, Realtek ALC3287 codec
Speakers
Stereo speakers, 1.5W x2, Dolby Audio
Camera
720p with Privacy Shutter
Microphone
2x, Array
Battery
Integrated 45Wh
Max Battery Life
Model with 45Wh battery:
MobileMark 2018: 9 hr
Local Video (1080p) Playback@150nits: 11 hr
Power Adapter
65W Round Tip Wall-mount
DESIGN
Display
15.6" FHD (1920x1080) IPS 300nits Anti-glare, 45% NTSC, Touch
Touchscreen
10-point Multi-touch
Keyboard
Backlit, English (US)
Case Color
Abyss Blue
Surface Treatment
IMR
Case Material
PC + ABS (Top), PC + ABS (Bottom)
Dimensions (WxDxH)
359.2 x 236.5 x 19.9 mm (14.14 x 9.31 x 0.78 inches)
Weight
1.65 kg (3.64 lbs)
SOFTWARE
Operating System
Windows 10 Home 64, English
Bundled Software
Office Trial
CONNECTIVITY
Ethernet
None
WLAN + Bluetooth
11ac, 2x2 + BT5.0
Standard Ports
1x power connector
1x card reader
1x USB 3.2 Gen 1
1x USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (support data transfer only)
1x HDMI 1.4b
1x headphone / microphone combo jack (3.5mm)
1x USB 2.0
SECURITY & PRIVACY
Security Chip
Firmware TPM 2.0 integrated in chipset
Fingerprint Reader
Touch Style
Other Security
IR camera for Windows Hello
SERVICE
Base Warranty
1-year, Depot
Included Upgrade
None
CERTIFICATIONS
Green Certifications
ENERGY STAR 8.0
ErP Lot 3
RoHS compliant
Thanks!

You should be able to throw in whatever DIMM you want in that slot.

The announce date on this model was 5/28/2021 so it's as fresh a laptop as you get.

https://psref.lenovo.com/syspool/...6_Spec.pdf
Last edited by PowerfulClub4936 July 29, 2021 at 10:59 AM.
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Quote from BubbaPug523 :
Is the WiFi card easily replaceable? I'd want to install a WiFi 6 card.
Yes, it's just a m.2 card and there is an AX card available in other configurations.

Intel has an easily downloadable driver pack for AX200/AX201/AX210 wifi cards.
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Quote from frvrngn :
Any comments on this vs the Spin 3 that was on sale recently for $479? We bought that one for kid to use at high school this year. He likes it well enough but his seems better.

Here is the Spin - https://www.costco.com/acer-spin-...72591.html [costco.com]
I guess it depends if the 2-in-1 and stylus is worth something to him. Over the past year with all this distance learning CV stuff being able to write with a stylus was a valuable thing.

I think the Lenovo is clearly better otherwise.
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How is the sound?

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Quote from BubbaPug523 :
How does this processor compare to the 11th gen i5?
I would lean to the 5500u.

https://www.notebookcheck.net/i5-...596.0.html

Keep in mind the 5500u is sort of a mash between Ryzen 4000 and Ryzen5000.
The CPU Cores are identical to the 4xxx series.
However, there have been come cache tweaks and other stuff to still boost it a little
This is true for the 5500u and 5700u.
The 5600u and 5800u also have the updated cores.

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