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

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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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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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Community Reviews

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.

Common Questions (5)

  • Yes. The board has 8GB soldered DDR5-5600 plus one DDR5 SO-DIMM slot, and the documented maximum is 24GB total with a 16GB stick. Adding a 16GB module is reported to improve performance noticeably.

    ValueRangerwonniepoohsurfeversurfever

  • Yes, but it is not a simple drop-in swap for most people. The storage path involves opening the laptop and cloning the existing 256GB NVMe to a larger drive; Lenovo specs also mention a 2242 M.2 PCIe Gen4 SSD with a second upgradeable slot that can support up to 1TB.

    cation_anionArkHillBillie2099fb88Alpha__Omega

  • It is described as strong for productivity and basic everyday use, with the Ryzen 5 8540U's 4 efficiency cores and 2 performance cores helping at this price. It has also been reported to run Sims 4 and GTA V, though the integrated graphics and budget I/O keep it in the mid-tier range.

    cation_anionkirsionOhHimMemorableHealth5786

  • Yes over USB-C DisplayPort: the spec sheet lists 4K@60Hz support. HDMI is only version 1.4, so the USB-C video output is the better option for a smooth external display.

    OhHimFuschiaDeer1674LabRat810

  • Yes, it can charge through USB-C. The charging support appears to be limited to about 35-40W, so it is not a full-power USB-C charging setup.

    MaroonSeed4189fixxture

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Oct 18, 2025 5:59 PM
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Quote from g725s View quoted comment :
Buy on eBay used for under $20
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fixxtureOct 18, 2025 7:05 PM
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Quote from FuschiaDeer1674 View quoted comment :
Okay so it seems some of the things not good about it seem to be

Hdmi 1.4 and 30hz. Isn't that a big issue if you connect it to an external monitor? I read you want 60hz minimum for an external monitor when connecting from laptop otherwise it lags? Or that is related to 4k monitors only? So connecting it to an external monitor regardless of monitor's resolution or anything or isn't going to be smooth? It does have a usb-c port so that connects to 4k monitor and 60hz right? So you can connect 2 external monitors but the hdmi will be lagging and not smooth? Or that isn't noticeable?

It charges with the barrel and not usb-c? So this isn't good since you can't charge it with a powerbank right so this would bother some people? I'm curious but if you have a Dell PW7015L barrel powerbank which I have, would you be able to use that with this laptop if charging it? Of course using a powerbank charger when you have no access to a power outlet and your battery is low on laptop.

What is the battery like on this? 60whr means probably how long when web browsing or youtube or movie?
it can charge via the USB c as will
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rayzerliOct 18, 2025 7:05 PM
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In 4 1 ! Hoping BF doesn't show an even better deal!
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fixxtureOct 18, 2025 7:05 PM
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Quote from rayzerli View quoted comment :
In 4 1 ! Hoping BF doesn't show an even better deal!
it will but twas ever thus
Oct 18, 2025 7:08 PM
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FuschiaDeer1674Oct 18, 2025 7:08 PM
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Quote from fixxture View quoted comment :
it can charge via the USB c as will
You are right. I didn't think about that. What about the hdmi and 30hz though?
Oct 18, 2025 7:09 PM
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FuschiaDeer1674Oct 18, 2025 7:09 PM
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So this wouldn't be considered an entry windows laptop right but more like higher entry level to medium level windows laptop? Or it's a medium level laptop?
Oct 18, 2025 9:44 PM
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LabRat810Oct 18, 2025 9:44 PM
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I/O on this unit has been severely cut down from other models and the hardware's capabilities.
No USB4, No HDMI 2.1, not even 10gbps USB3.2...

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Oct 18, 2025 11:25 PM
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FuschiaDeer1674Oct 18, 2025 11:25 PM
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The Hdmi 1.4 is a big issue because you only get 30hz when connecting any monitor right? Or it's only if it's a 4k monitor or better?
I read that 30hz means it's going to lag a lot on the external monitor right?
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boosterjmOct 18, 2025 11:42 PM
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Quote from FuschiaDeer1674 View quoted comment :
The Hdmi 1.4 is a big issue because you only get 30hz when connecting any monitor right? Or it's only if it's a 4k monitor or better?<br />
I read that 30hz means it's going to lag a lot on the external monitor right?
that's correct, you can pass on this one for lack of it.
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FuschiaDeer1674Oct 19, 2025 12:18 AM
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Quote from boosterjm View quoted comment :
that's correct, you can pass on this one for lack of it.
So this 30hz is all external monitors or only 4k monitors? So there is a huge noticeable lag because it's 30hz?

Why would they do an hdmi 1.4 anymore then since all modern laptops are hdmi 2.0 then?

But if you connect the monitor to usb-c, no limitations on that right? But this hdmi 1.4 is useless so might as well it being nothing then right?
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Kirkland-picklesOct 19, 2025 2:07 AM
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it will but twas ever thus
I doubt this, why do you think it will?
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uhsnamihsOct 19, 2025 8:13 AM
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Any opinion on this Dell laptop compared to this Lenovo. https://slickdeals.net/share/android_app/t/18696211?referrerid=2038290
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PhartKnockerOct 19, 2025 8:24 AM
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can't I add a stick of 32gb to this for 40gb in total??

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