LENOVO
IdeaPad Slim 3 Chrome 14IAN8
Intel Core i3-N305CPU (Score: 9.409)
Intel UHD GraphicsGPU (Score: 1.532)
53VALUE SCORE
8 GBRAM
256 GBSTORAGE
14" DISPLAY
All Prices (3)
Amazon UK
Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 Chromebook Plus | 14 Inch Full HD Laptop | Intel Core i3-N305 | 8GB RAM | 256GB eMMC| Chrome OS | Storm Grey
£321.00
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Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 Chrome Intel Core i3 N305 8GB RAM 256GB SSD 14" ChromeOS Laptop
£419.99
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Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 Chrome Intel Core i3 N305 8GB RAM 256GB SSD 14" ChromeOS Laptop
£419.99
Go to Store RatioLog Objective Verdict
Deterministic performance ratings and market evaluation based on verified benchmarks.
Hardware Capability:3.7/10
Standard Price
Editorial Executive Summary
How we evaluateIdeaPad Slim 3 Chrome 14IAN8 is a budget-focused portable designed for essential everyday browsing, streaming, and student coursework, powered by the Intel Core i3-N305 paired with 8GB memory. Priced at £321.00, it is currently tracking near its typical UK market baseline. Prospective buyers should note the 8GB memory configuration, which may constrain heavy multi-application workflows.
Gaming Performance
2.4/10Work & Productivity
6.1/10Creation & Media
1.5/10Portability & Commute
8.5/10Key Strengths
- Above-average price-to-performance ratio (53/100 Value Score)
Trade-offs to Consider
- No discrete graphics card; Intel UHD Graphics is tailored for media playback and light casual titles
- 8GB RAM is limited for modern multitasking and may bottleneck heavy workflows
- Modest 256GB SSD storage provides limited capacity for large files and games
* Near recent regular price (£307.22). Worth watching for discounts.
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Technical Specifications
Design
- Colour nameStorm Grey
- Product typeChromebook
- Product colourGrey
- Form factorClamshell
- Housing materialAcrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS), Aluminium, Polycarbonate (PC)
Display
- Display diagonal35.6 cm (14")
- Display resolution1920 x 1080 pixels
- TouchscreenNo
- HD typeFull HD
- Panel typeIPS
- LED backlightYes
- Native aspect ratio16:9
- Anti-glare screenYes
- Display brightness300 cd/m²
- RGB colour spaceNTSC
- Colour gamut45%
Processor
- Processor manufacturerIntel
- Processor familyIntel Core i3 N-series
- Processor generationIntel Core i3-Nxxx
- Processor modeli3-N305
- Processor cores8
- Processor threads8
- Processor boost frequency3.8 GHz
- Processor cache6 MB
- Processor cache typeSmart Cache
Neural processor unit (NPU)
- Neural processor unit (NPU)No
Memory
- Internal memory8 GB
- Internal memory typeLPDDR5-SDRAM
- Memory clock speed4800 MHz
- Memory form factorOn-board
- Maximum internal memory8 GB
Storage
- Total storage capacity256 GB
- Storage mediaeMMC
- Flash memory256 GB
- Optical drive typeNo
- Card reader integratedNo
Graphics
- Discrete graphics card modelNot available
- On-board graphics cardYes
- On-board GPU manufacturerIntel
- Discrete graphics cardNo
- On-board graphics card familyIntel® UHD Graphics
- On-board graphics card modelIntel® UHD Graphics
Audio
- Number of built-in speakers2
- Speaker power2 W
- Built-in microphoneYes
- Number of microphones2
Camera
- Front cameraYes
- Front camera resolution1920 x 1080 pixels
- Front camera HD typeFull HD
- Privacy cameraYes
- Privacy typePrivacy shutter
Network
- Top Wi-Fi standardWi-Fi 6E (802.11ax)
- Wi-Fi standardsWi-Fi 6E (802.11ax)
- Mobile network connectionNo
- Antenna type2x2
- WLAN controller modelIntel Wi-Fi 6E AX211
- WLAN controller manufacturerIntel
- Ethernet LANNo
- BluetoothYes
- Bluetooth version5.1
- WWANNot installed
Ports & interfaces
- USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity2
- USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-C ports quantity1
- HDMI ports quantity1
- HDMI version1.4b
- Combo headphone/mic portYes
- USB Type-C DisplayPort Alternate ModeYes
Performance
- Motherboard chipsetIntel SoC
Keyboard
- Pointing deviceTouchpad
- Numeric keypadNo
- Keyboard backlitYes
- Keyboard languageEnglish
Software
- Operating system installedChromeOS
- Bundled softwareNo ChromeOS Zero Touch Enablement
Battery
- Battery technologyLithium Polymer (LiPo)
- Number of battery cells3
- Battery capacity57 Wh
- Battery life (max)11 h
Power
- AC adapter power45 W
- AC adapter frequency50/60 Hz
- AC adapter input voltage100 - 240 V
- USB Type-C charging portYes
- USB Power Delivery (USB PD)Yes
Security
- Cable lock slotYes
- Cable lock slot typeKensington
- Fingerprint readerNo
Operational conditions
- Operating temperature (T-T)5 - 35 °C
- Storage temperature (T-T)5 - 43 °C
- Operating relative humidity (H-H)8 - 95%
- Storage relative humidity (H-H)5 - 95%
- Maximum shipping altitude3048 m
Certificates
- Compliance certificatesRoHS
- CertificationENERGY STAR,TCO,EPEAT Gold,RoHS
Sustainability
- Sustainability certificatesENERGY STAR, TCO, EPEAT Gold
Weight & dimensions
- Width324.4 mm
- Depth216.2 mm
- Height19.3 mm
- Weight1.5 kg
Packaging data
- Package width468 mm
- Package depth281 mm
- Package height70 mm
- Package weight2.12 kg
Packaging content
- AC adapter includedYes
Logistics data
- Harmonized System (HS) code8471300000
- Export Control Classification Number (ECCN)5A992.c
Product Identifiers
- Manufacturer Part No (MPN)83BN001EUK
- Barcode (EAN)197532195516