Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 3 15-inch Business Laptop (20YG003DUS)

This business-grade laptop is a natural fit for anyone with an appetite for productivity thanks to its powerful specs and speedy storage.

Thanks to detailed documentation, this laptop is straightforward to upgrade and maintain if needed, making it a better long-term prospect than your average laptop even though the initial 8GB of RAM is soldered to the board.

Other Considerations

Here are a few things about this Laptop which could come as a surprise. For each point, you will find how to fix it (if it's an issue) and how much to budget for it. Not every point below will be a concern, but hopefully, we can keep your surprises to a minimum.

No Optical Drive. If you still use CDs, DVDs, or Blu-Ray disks on a regular basis, you will need an external drive to read them with this Laptop.$30+

Assuming you are starting over fresh, you can expect to spend $20 on accessories, for a total cost of $1020.

Who it's For

Aspiring Creative
Photo Editor
Multitasker
Productivity-Focused User
Audio Editor

Specs

Screen

15.6", 1920×1080 (FHD, 1080p, 2.1MP), IPS Display (incl. PLS, AHVA, etc.), Multiple Monitor Support

Operating System

Windows 10, Pro Edition

CPU

AMD Ryzen 7 5700U, 8 cores clocked from 1.8 to 4.3 GHz

GPU

AMD Radeon RX Vega 8

Memory

8 GB

Storage

256 GB total, Solid State (very fast)

Battery

45Wh

Dimensions and Weight

Dimensions (cm): w36.5 × d24 × h1.89

Dimensions (in): w14.37 × d9.45 × h0.74

Weight (kg): 1.7

Weight (lbs.): 3.75

Features

External Power Brick
Fixed storage: Solid State (very fast)
Webcam / Front-Facing Camera / Selfie Cam
HDMI
IPS Display (incl. PLS, AHVA, etc.)
Multiple Monitor Support
USB 2
USB Type-C
USB Type-A
USB 3.2
TPM & other Encryption Hardware
Ethernet 100
Ethernet 1000 (Gigabit)
Built-in Number Pad
Built-In Keyboard
3.5mm Headphone+Microphone combo jack
Built-in Microphone
Built-in Speakers
Bluetooth 5
Wi-Fi a
Wi-Fi b
Wi-Fi g
Wi-Fi n
Wi-Fi ac
Wi-Fi 6 ax

Maintenance and Upgrades

Commonly Replaced Components

Battery: A technician can help you with that

Local Storage: Easy project for an enthusiast

Memory: More complex than usual

GPU: Can't be repaired or updated

Additional Ressources

Official Product Page Official Product Support Page

Pricing and Current Offers

No Offers found in Canada.

Software Compatibility

Here's how you can expect this laptop to fare with popular software based on developpers specified system requirements. For reference, a 1-star rating means minimal requirements are met and a 3-stars rating means recommended specs are met. Ratings beyond the 3-stars point could be advisable for uncommon scenarios like modding, working with very large and complex documents, etc.

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AutoCAD 2023 Design, 3D Program, Technical Drawing

Adobe Premiere Pro CC Design, Non-Linear Editing, Video, Video Editor

Photoshop CC 2021 Design, Photo Editor, Raster Graphics Editor, Vector Graphics Editor

Death Stranding Game, Action, Horror, Survival

Minecraft Game, Action, Adventure, Building, Sandbox, Survival

Microsoft Word 2021 Business, Desktop Publishing, Productivity, Text Editor

Microsoft Excel 2021 Business, Financial Software, Productivity, Spreadsheet

Fortnite Game, Action, Battle Royale, Building, Multiplayer-Focused, Survival

Farming Simulator 22 Game, Action, Simulation

MAME Game, Emulator

Final Fantasy XIV: Endwalker Game, Adventure, MMORPG, Massively Multiplayer, RPG

Inkscape Design, Page Layout Editor, Technical Drawing, Vector Graphics Editor

Clip Studio Paint Design, Animation, Page Layout Editor, Raster Graphics Editor, Vector Graphics Editor

DaVinci Resolve 18 Design, Video Editor

Planet Zoo Game, Building, Business Simulation, Sandbox, Simulation, Strategy

Paint.net Design, Photo Editor, Raster Graphics Editor

World of Warcraft: Shadowlands Game, Action, MMORPG, Massively Multiplayer, Multiplayer-Focused, RPG

Cubase 12 Design, Audio Editor, Audio Software, Music Production

Elden Ring Game, RPG, Action

PaintShop Pro 2023 Design, Photo Editor, Raster Graphics Editor, Animation, Video

Microsoft Visio 2021 Design, Productivity, Vector Graphics Editor

Neverwinter Nights: Enhanced Edition Game, Adventure, RPG

Audacity Design, Audio Editor

Squad Game, Action, FPS, Shooter

Star Wars: Jedi Fallen Order Game, Action, Adventure

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Photopea Design, Photo Editor, Raster Graphics Editor, Vector Graphics Editor

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