Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 14IRH8 ,Intel® Core™ i7-13620H Laptop

In-Depth Details

Overview

The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 14IRH8 with Intel® Core™ i7-13620H in Kenya offers a powerful yet portable solution for professionals, students, and creators. With its 10-core processor, slim build, and modern features such as a fingerprint reader, backlit keyboard, and anti-glare display, it strikes a balance between performance and practicality. Available now at Passcode East Africa Techverse Limited, it is a premium productivity laptop tailored for Kenyan users.

Performance

At the core lies the Intel® Core™ i7-13620H, part of Intel’s 13th Gen family. This processor features 10 cores (6 performance + 4 efficiency) and 16 threads, with turbo boost speeds up to 4.9GHz, making it ideal for multitasking, office applications, and light creative tasks. Paired with 16GB LPDDR5-4800 RAM, it guarantees responsive performance across workloads.

Storage & Speed

The 512GB PCIe® Gen 4.0 NVMe® SSD ensures blazing-fast boot-ups, quick file transfers, and ample space for applications, work files, and media libraries.

Display & Visual Experience

The laptop is fitted with a 14-inch WUXGA (1920x1200) IPS display offering a sharper and taller viewing experience compared to traditional Full HD screens. With an anti-glare coating, it reduces eye strain and delivers clarity indoors and outdoors.

Graphics

Integrated Intel® UHD Graphics powers everyday tasks like streaming, presentations, and casual editing. While not designed for heavy gaming, it handles productivity and light creative workloads effectively.

Design & Build

With its Arctic Grey slim chassis, measuring only 12.78 x 8.43 x 0.71 inches and weighing 6.9 pounds, the IdeaPad Slim 3 is sleek and portable. The backlit keyboard makes typing in dim environments effortless, and the fingerprint reader adds a secure and convenient login option.

Camera & Security

The HD 720p webcam with privacy shutter supports video conferencing with added peace of mind. Security is reinforced by Windows Hello login via fingerprint recognition.

Connectivity & Ports

Stay connected with Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) and a wide array of ports including:

• 1x USB Type-C (full function)

• 2x USB 3.0 ports

• 1x HDMI® 1.4

• 1x SD card reader

• 1x 3.5mm audio combo jack

• 1x DC-in round port

Software & Warranty

Shipped with Windows 10 Home on some configurations (others without OS), the Slim 3 offers flexibility to upgrade or customize as needed. Backed by a 1-year Lenovo warranty, users in Kenya can rely on after-sales support.

Battery Life

The IdeaPad Slim 3 offers an average of 6 hours of battery life, suitable for workdays, classes, and travel, depending on usage.

Model Comparisons

Compared to the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 14IRH8 i5 model, the i7-13620H version provides higher core counts and faster processing speeds, making it better suited for demanding tasks and multitasking.

When compared with the Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14IRH9, the Slim 3 lacks 2-in-1 flexibility and touchscreen input but compensates with higher RAM capacity, fingerprint reader, and backlit keyboard. Against the HP Pavilion 14 in Kenya, the IdeaPad Slim 3 offers more balanced performance at a competitive price point.

FAQ

Does the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 i7-13620H support RAM upgrades?

No, the 16GB LPDDR5 RAM is soldered and cannot be upgraded.

Is Windows 11 available for this model?

Yes, while some versions come with Windows 10 Home, it can be upgraded to Windows 11 for free.

How portable is the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 i7 in Kenya?

It weighs just 6.9 pounds and measures 0.71 inches thin, making it a slim and travel-friendly laptop.

Can it handle heavy gaming?

The Intel UHD Graphics is suitable for light gaming and casual use but not built for heavy AAA gaming.

Does the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 i7 have a fingerprint reader?

Yes, it includes a fingerprint sensor for quick and secure login.