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Oct 17, 2025 6:52 PM

Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 Laptop: 15" WUXGA Touch, Ryzen 5 8540U, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD

$279

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Lenovo has Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 Laptop (83KA003BUS) for $669.99 - $390.99 when you apply eCoupon code IDEAPADDEAL during checkout = $279. Shipping is free.

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Specs
  • AMD Ryzen 5 8540U Processor (3.20 GHz up to 4.90 GHz)
  • 15.3" WUXGA (1920 x 1200), IPS, Anti-Glare, Touch, 45%NTSC, 300 nits, 60Hz Display
  • 8GB DDR5-5600MT/s (Soldered) Memory
  • 256GB M.2 2242 PCIe Gen4 TLC SSD
  • Integrated AMD Radeon 740M Graphics
  • Wi-Fi 6 2x2 AX & Bluetooth 5.3
  • Backlit Keyboard (Luna Grey)
  • 3-Cell 60Wh Battery
  • Windows 11 Home
  • Ports:
    • 1x USB-C(USB 5Gbps) with power delivery 3.0 & DisplayPort 1.2
    • 2x USB-A (USB 5Gbps)
    • 1x HDMI 1.4 (supports resolution up to 4K@30Hz)

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    • Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars from a limited number of customer reviews.

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Lenovo has Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 Laptop (83KA003BUS) for $669.99 - $390.99 when you apply eCoupon code IDEAPADDEAL during checkout = $279. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Deal Editor iconian for sharing this deal.

Specs
  • AMD Ryzen 5 8540U Processor (3.20 GHz up to 4.90 GHz)
  • 15.3" WUXGA (1920 x 1200), IPS, Anti-Glare, Touch, 45%NTSC, 300 nits, 60Hz Display
  • 8GB DDR5-5600MT/s (Soldered) Memory
  • 256GB M.2 2242 PCIe Gen4 TLC SSD
  • Integrated AMD Radeon 740M Graphics
  • Wi-Fi 6 2x2 AX & Bluetooth 5.3
  • Backlit Keyboard (Luna Grey)
  • 3-Cell 60Wh Battery
  • Windows 11 Home
  • Ports:
    • 1x USB-C(USB 5Gbps) with power delivery 3.0 & DisplayPort 1.2
    • 2x USB-A (USB 5Gbps)
    • 1x HDMI 1.4 (supports resolution up to 4K@30Hz)

Editor's Notes

Written by johnny_miller | Staff
  • About this store:
  • About this deal:
    • Please see the original post for additional details & give the forum comments a read for helpful discussion.
    • Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars from a limited number of customer reviews.

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Written by iconian | Staff

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This IdeaPad Slim 3 looks like a strong budget productivity laptop, with a Ryzen 5 8540U, 300 nit touch IPS screen, USB C charging, and a 60Wh battery that stands out at this price. The memory is upgradeable, with an 8GB soldered module plus one DDR5 SO DIMM slot that can reach 24GB total, and the SSD can be expanded with some effort. The main tradeoffs are the cut down port selection, no USB4, HDMI 1.4, and uncertainty around external monitor refresh rates. It feels like a capable everyday machine if you can live with the leaner I O and modest base storage.

  • Tinkerers planning a RAM or SSD upgrade, because the memory and storage are user-upgradeable and the swap process is straightforward.

  • Students and office workers who keep many browser tabs open, because adding a 16GB DDR5 SODIMM works and noticeably improves performance.

  • Light productivity buyers who want a cheap Windows laptop, because the processor is strong for everyday work and the screen is a decent mid-tier IPS panel.

  • Casual home users who mainly email and browse, because 8GB RAM and 256GB storage are enough for basic use.

  • External-monitor users who need smooth 4K output, because HDMI 1.4 limits the built-in video output to 30Hz.

  • People who want a fully equipped port selection, because it lacks USB4, HDMI 2.1, and even 10Gbps USB 3.2.

  • Buyers who want to avoid opening the laptop for storage upgrades, because moving beyond the 256GB drive requires cloning and hardware work.

  • Gamers expecting strong graphics performance, because the processor is described as mediocre for gaming.

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Oct 17, 2025 7:25 PM
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Memory
8GB Soldered DDR5-5600
Memory Slots
One memory soldered to systemboard, one DDR5 SO-DIMM slot, dual-channel capable
Max Memory
Up to 24GB (8GB soldered + 16GB SO-DIMM) DDR5-5600 offering

https://psref.lenovo.com/Detail/I...83KA003CUS

Looks like up to 24GB RAM total, capable.
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Oct 17, 2025 7:39 PM
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bissliOct 17, 2025 7:39 PM
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Good deal but if only it was 16GB.
nm, can be upgraded.
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Oct 17, 2025 7:55 PM
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gdimarcoOct 17, 2025 7:55 PM
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I paid 300 last week #%^$^&%$^& !!
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Oct 17, 2025 8:04 PM
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kh2841Oct 17, 2025 8:04 PM
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Good deal. Ordered 1😀
Oct 17, 2025 8:21 PM
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boosterjmOct 17, 2025 8:21 PM
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approx how much will it cost to add 8 or 16 gb memory to it?
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Oct 17, 2025 8:23 PM
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boosterjmOct 17, 2025 8:23 PM
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can the SSD be swapped out to put 1 TB SSD (instead of adding one)? What happens to pre-loaded software, windows, drivers etc if existing SSD is replaced with another higher capacity one?
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Oct 17, 2025 8:27 PM
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cation_anionOct 17, 2025 8:27 PM
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Zen 4 with 4 efficient and 2 performance cores. Not bad at this price.

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Oct 17, 2025 8:32 PM
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Kirkland-picklesOct 17, 2025 8:32 PM
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Anyone know if it's 2242 slot or if it's a 2242 in a 2280 bracket?
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Oct 17, 2025 8:37 PM
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Quote from boosterjm View quoted comment :
approx how much will it cost to add 8 or 16 gb memory to it?
I usually stick to the more ethical companies like Crucial, so an 8GB 560MHz 262-pin, would be about $38
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Oct 17, 2025 9:20 PM
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ashby37Oct 17, 2025 9:20 PM
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Quote from gdimarco View quoted comment :
I paid 300 last week #%^$^&%$^& !!
I got it for 300. Double the ssd space
Oct 17, 2025 9:20 PM
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ashby37Oct 17, 2025 9:20 PM
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Quote from boosterjm View quoted comment :
approx how much will it cost to add 8 or 16 gb memory to it?
I paid 56$ for 16 gb from Amazon
Oct 17, 2025 9:25 PM
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smartdealsOct 17, 2025 9:25 PM
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ddr5 can mix with different MHz or not?
Oct 17, 2025 9:26 PM
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support usb charging or not?
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Oct 17, 2025 10:15 PM
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Kirkland-picklesOct 17, 2025 10:15 PM
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Quote from ashby37 View quoted comment :
I got it for 300. Double the ssd space
@gdimarco Have either of you opened it and can say whether it would be possible to fit a 2280 sized ssd in there? Is there clearance for it? Or maybe for a 2242-2280 adapter?

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Oct 17, 2025 10:34 PM
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MemorableHealth5786Oct 17, 2025 10:34 PM
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Quote from KxrmaJunkie View quoted comment :
@gdimarco Have either of you opened it and can say whether it would be possible to fit a 2280 sized ssd in there? Is there clearance for it? Or maybe for a 2242-2280 adapter?
Don't know my son upgraded the ram. I do know the screws holding on the bottom are hex

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