Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 6 Intel vs Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3i 14 , Gen 10 Comparison

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Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 6 Intel vs Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3i 14 , Gen 10 Comparison Overview

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In this review, we will be comparing ThinkPad P14s Gen 6 Intel and IdeaPad Slim 3i 14 , Gen 10, two laptops by Lenovo. Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 6 Intel was introduced to market in September 2025 and Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3i 14 , Gen 10 was launched in March 2025. There is only 6 months difference between ThinkPad P14s Gen 6 Intel and IdeaPad Slim 3i 14 , Gen 10 so we are expecting this to be a fair comparison regarding age and technology level.

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ThinkPad P14s Gen 6 Intel and IdeaPad Slim 3i 14 , Gen 10 are members of Lenovo's series of laptops. Below you can find the latest models from this series.

Lenovo Series History

	Release Date	Screen Size	Dimensions	Weight
Lenovo ThinkPad T1g Gen 8	September 2025	16.0"	354.3 x 241 x 9.9-15.8 mm	1.84 kg (4.06 lbs)
Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 8	September 2025	16.0"	354.3 x 241 x 9.87-15.8 mm	1.84 kg (4.06 lbs)
Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 6 Intel	September 2025	14.0"	325.5 x 227.6 x 11.2-15.1 mm	1.6 kg (3.53 lbs)
Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 4 Intel	September 2025	16.0"	361.5 x 248.6 x 12.6-18.17 mm	1.82 kg (4.01 lbs)
Lenovo ThinkPad P16v Gen 3	September 2025	16.0"	361.5 x 248.6 x 12.8-19.55 mm	2.1 kg (4.63 lbs)
Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 6	May 2025	13.3"	299.3 x 207 x 9.85-17.75 mm	0.92 kg (2.03 lbs)
Lenovo Legion 9i Gen 10 2025	May 2025	18.0"	403 x 296.5 x 23.9-27.95 mm	3.5 kg (7.72 lbs)
Lenovo Thinkpad P14s Gen 6	April 2025	14.0"	315.9 x 223.7 x 10.9-16.3 mm	1.39 kg (3.06 lbs)

Here is a brief look at the main features of Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 6 Intel and Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3i 14 , Gen 10 before getting into our more detailed comparison.

Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 6 Intel Key Specs

Launched in September 2025
14.0" IPS LCD, 16:10 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: Intel Core Ultra 5 225H,Intel Core Ultra 5 235H,Intel Core Ultra 7 255H,Intel Core Ultra 7 265H,Intel Core Ultra 9 285H
GPU: Intel Arc 130T
16GB,32GB,48GB,64GB,96GB Ram
325.5 x 227.6 x 11.2-15.1 mm (12.81 x 8.96 x 0.44-0.59 inches)
Weight: 1.6 kg (3.53 lbs)

Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3i 14 , Gen 10 Key Specs

Launched in March 2025
14.0" IPS LCD, 16:9 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: Intel Core i5 13420H,Intel Core i7 13620H,Intel Core 5 210H,Intel Core 7 240H
GPU: Intel UHD Graphics Xe G4 (48 EU)
8GB,16GB,24GB Ram
314.4 x 222.1 x 16.9-17.9 mm (12.38 x 8.74 x 0.67-0.7 inches)
Weight: 1.29 kg (2.84 lbs)

Let's read on the following sections in order to better understand in detail how ThinkPad P14s Gen 6 Intel and IdeaPad Slim 3i 14 , Gen 10 compares and decide which one is better for you.

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Reasons to choose Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 6 Intel over Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3i 14 , Gen 10

Screen PPI	162 ppi vs 157 ppi	More pixels per inch
Screen Resolution	1920 x 1200 pixels vs 1920 x 1080 pixels	Higher pixel count screen
Max Brightness	400 nits vs 300 nits	Brighter Screen
CPU Fabrication Process	3 nm vs 10 nm	Newer Generation CPU
GPU Fabrication Process	5 nm vs 10 nm	Newer Generation GPU
GPU FLOPS	3.9 TFLOPS vs 1.1 TFLOPS	More RAM Options
Upgradable RAM	Yes vs No	Easy login with fingerprint
Fingerprint Sensor	Yes vs No	Higher Resolution Camera
Webcam Resolution	2560 x 1440 vs 1920 x 1080	Connect more device at the same time
Number of USB-C Ports	2x USB 4.0 vs 1x USB 3.2	Faster USB-C connection
USB-C Port Type	v4.0 vs v3.2	Support audio, data, power and video all through one single port
Thunderbolt	v4 vs No	Better HDMI connectivity
HDMI Version	2.1 vs 1.4	Connects to the local network via Ethernet RJ45
Ethernet RJ45 Port	Yes vs No	Easily see the keys under low light
Keyboard Backlight	Yes vs No	Better typing feel
Key Travel	1.5 mm vs 1.3 mm

Reasons to choose Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3i 14 , Gen 10 over Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 6 Intel

Weight	1.29 kg vs 1.60 kg	0.31 kg lighter
Screen-to-Body Ratio	~77.4% vs ~76.7%	Larger screen area ratio
Side Bezel Thickness	2.3 mm vs 12 mm	9.7 mm thinner bezels
SD Card Reader	Yes vs No	Read & Write SD Cards with the built-in reader
Touchpad Size	12.0 x 7.5 cm vs 11.5 x 6.0 cm	Larger Touchpad Area

Common Strengths of Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3i 14 , Gen 10 and Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 6 Intel

Launch Dates	September 2025 vs March 2025	Both laptops are recent models
Screen Coating	Matte vs Matte	Less reflections on the screen
Fast Charging Support	Yes vs Yes	Charge the battery in a shorter time
RAM Type	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x) vs PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x)	Fast RAM type
Upgradable Storage	Yes vs Yes	Option to increase the Storage size
SSD Type	NVMe vs NVMe	Faster Data Transfers
Dolby Atmos Support	Yes vs Yes	3D Surround Sound Support
HDMI Output	1x HDMI 2.1 vs 1x HDMI 2.1	Connect to External Displays via HDMI cable
VGA Output	No vs No	Connect to External Displays via VGA cable

Common Weaknesses of Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3i 14 , Gen 10 and Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 6 Intel

Touchscreen Capability	No vs No	No Touchscreen Capability
HDR Support	No vs No	No HDR Support

Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 6 Intel vs Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3i 14 , Gen 10: Physical Specs Comparison

In this section, we will be comparing the physical specifications and body features of the Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 6 Intel and the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3i 14 , Gen 10.

Physical Specs
Weight	1.6 kg (3.53 lbs)	1.29 kg (2.84 lbs)
Surface Area	741 cm2 (114.8 inches2)	698 cm2 (108.2 inches2)
Screen to Surface Ratio	~76.7%	~77.4%
Side Bezel Thickness	~12 mm	~2.3 mm
Weight per Inch of Screen	0.11 kg/inch	0.09 kg/inch
	0.242 lbs/inch	0.198 lbs/inch
Colors	Black	Gray, Blue

Comparison of the Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 6 Intel and the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3i 14 , Gen 10 External Dimensions

Weight

ThinkPad P14s Gen 6 Intel weighs 1.6 kg (3.53 lbs), whereas the IdeaPad Slim 3i 14 , Gen 10 weighs 1.29 kg (2.84 lbs). There is a notable difference in weight between these two laptops. The weight difference between the two laptops is not significant.

Weight Comparison

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Thickness Comparison

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Another value that we use for comparing the weights of the laptops is the Weight per Inch of Screen, which is calculated by dividing the total weight of the model with its usable diagonal screen size. This value for the Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 6 Intel is 0.11 kg/inch.In comparison, this value for the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3i 14 , Gen 10 is 0.09 kg/inch.Here are some of the best performing laptops in this area:

Microsoft Surface Go 4: 0.05 kg/inch
LG Gram SuperSlim 15.6 2023: 0.06 kg/inch
Asus ProArt PZ13 HT5306: 0.06 kg/inch
Asus Zenbook A14 UX3407: 0.06 kg/inch
Microsoft Surface Pro 12: 0.06 kg/inch
Dell Latitude 7330: 0.07 kg/inch
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2: 0.07 kg/inch
LG Gram 14 2022: 0.07 kg/inch

Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 6 Intel vs Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3i 14 , Gen 10: Internals (CPU, GPU, RAM, Battery, SSD, etc.) Comparison

CPU Comparison

CPU Model	Intel Core Ultra 5 225H Intel Core Ultra 5 235H Intel Core Ultra 7 255H Intel Core Ultra 7 265H Intel Core Ultra 9 285H	Intel Core i5 13420H Intel Core i7 13620H Intel Core 5 210H Intel Core 7 240H
Base Frequency	1.7 GHz	2.1 GHz
Turbo Frequency	4.9 GHz	4.6 GHz
Number of Cores	14 (4P + 8E)	8 (4P + 4E)
Number of Threads	14	12
L3 Cache	18 MB	12 MB
Integrated GPU	Arc Graphics 130T	Intel UHD Graphics (48EU)
CPU Fabrication Process	3 nm	10 nm

Above you can see the CPU options and the CineBench and GeekBench test scores for both laptops, which gives an idea about what kind of performance difference you may experience between the Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 6 Intel and Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3i 14 , Gen 10.

You may also read reviews of latest laptops with the same CPU ( Intel Core Ultra 5 225H,Intel Core Ultra 5 235H,Intel Core Ultra 7 255H,Intel Core Ultra 7 265H,Intel Core Ultra 9 285H ) and compare them:

GPU Comparison

GPU Model	Intel Arc 130T	Intel UHD Graphics Xe G4 (48 EU)
Base Clock Frequency	300 MHz	400 MHz
Boost CLock Frequency	2200 MHz	1400 MHz
TGP (Total Graphics Power)	35 W	15 W
Type	Integrated	Integrated
FLOPS	3.9 TFLOPS	1.1 TFLOPS
Memory Size	System Shared	System Shared
Memory Type	DDR5	DDR5
Memory Speed	5.6 Gbps	4.8 Gbps
Shading Units Cores	896	384
TMUs	56	24
ROPs	28	12

GPU is as critical as the CPU for graphic heavy applications and the table above gives a picture of how the two GPU compares. FLOPS is a measure of a GPU's performance based on the number of floating-point arithmetic calculations that the processor can perform within a second. Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 6 Intel has a FLOPS value of 3.9 TFLOPS whereas the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3i 14 , Gen 10 ' has a FLOPS value of 1.1 TFLOPS. If graphical performance of the laptop is important for your use type, the Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 6 Intel may be the better choice between these two setups.

RAM Comparison

RAM	16GB 32GB 48GB 64GB 96GB	8GB 16GB 24GB
Memory Bus	2x8 GB	1x8 GB
RAM Clock	5600 MHz	4800 MHz
RAM Type	DDR5	DDR5
Upgradable	Yes	No
Max RAM Size	96 GB
Total Slots	2
Memory Bus	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x)	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x)

With a larger RAM capacity of 16 GB, the ThinkPad P14s Gen 6 Intel offers an advantage for multitasking and resource-intensive applications compared to the IdeaPad Slim 3i 14 , Gen 10's RAM capacity of 8 GB.

LOCAL LLM Compatibility Evaluation

This quick guide shows what types of large language models (LLMs) each of these laptops could support, based on their respective hardware specifications. It's meant to help you compare their suitability for running AI models locally.

LLM Category	Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 6 (Intel)	Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3i (14", Gen 10)
Small Models(1-3B):Examples: Phi-2, Qwen-1.8B	✔ Run smoothly.	✔ Run smoothly.
Medium Models(7-8B):Examples: Mistral-7B, Qwen-7B	✔ Good performance.	✔ Good performance.
Large Models(13-30B):Examples: Mixtral, Qwen-14B	⚠ Can run slowly on CPU with enough RAM and good iGPU.	✖ Not supported.
Extra-Large Models(65B+):Examples: LLaMA2-70B, Qwen1.5-72B	✖ Not supported on most systems. Requires high-end GPU or advanced setup.	✖ Not supported on most systems. Requires high-end GPU or advanced setup.

Note: Optimized (e.g., 4-bit) models may run on limited hardware. Performance depends on runtime and setup.

📌 MoE Models: Some models like Mixtral 8x7B and Qwen3-30B-A3B use a Mixture of Experts (MoE) design, activating only part of the model during inference. This means they can often run efficiently on laptops with 12–16 GB of VRAM when quantized.

BATTERY

BATTERY	57 Wh 75 Wh	50 Wh 60 Wh
Battery Type	Li-Po	Li-Po
Replaceable	No	No
Fast Charging	Yes	No
Charging Port Position	Left	Left
Charge Power	100 W	65 W

Moreover, the ThinkPad P14s Gen 6 Intel boasts a larger battery capacity of 57 Wh, offering extended usage time compared to the IdeaPad Slim 3i 14 , Gen 10's50 Wh.

Battery Comparison

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STORAGE
With a larger storage capacity up to 2 TB, the ThinkPad P14s Gen 6 Intel provides more space for storing files and applications compared to the IdeaPad Slim 3i 14 , Gen 10's max. storage capacity of 1 TB.

Storage Options	256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB, 2 TB	256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB
Upgradable	Yes	Yes
Total Slots	1	2
Storage type	SSD (M2)	SSD (M2)
NVMe	Yes	Yes

If your budget allows, we recommend opting for the largest possible disk size, considering the potential increase in storage capacity needs in the future. However, please keep in mind the question 'What will the laptop be used for?' when making this decision. Of course, you can later upgrade the hard disk capacity by getting a larger disk. However, if your laptop has only one disk slot, it may not be as straightforward as a RAM upgrade, where you simply add or replace a module, as moving or cloning files to a new disk may be necessary.

Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 6 Intel vs Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3i 14 , Gen 10: Display Comparison

The display is an essential aspect to consider when comparing the Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 6 Intel and Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3i 14 , Gen 10 since its is the component that you interact the most and significantly impact the experience.

Screen Area and Dimensions

Now let's look at the comparison of the actual display areas of both laptops below, keeping the bezels around the screens out of the equation. Both ThinkPad P14s Gen 6 Intel and IdeaPad Slim 3i 14 , Gen 10 screens have the same size of 14.0".The total usable screen area of the ThinkPad P14s Gen 6 Intel is 568cm² / 88inch² whereas the IdeaPad Slim 3i 14 , Gen 10's total usable screen area is 540cm² / 84inch².

PPI (Pixels per Inch)
Additionally, the ThinkPad P14s Gen 6 Intel features a higher pixel density with 162 pixels per inch (PPI), ensuring sharper image details.

Screen PPI (Pixels Per Inch) Comparison

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Refresh Rate
Both ThinkPad P14s Gen 6 Intel and IdeaPad Slim 3i 14 , Gen 10 offer the same refresh rate of 60 Hz.

Brightness
The ThinkPad P14s Gen 6 Intel offers a higher maximum brightness of 400 nits, delivering a brighter screen.

Brightness Comparison

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Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 6 Intel vs Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3i 14 , Gen 10 Connectivity Comparison

In terms of connectivity,

Wifi
Both ThinkPad P14s Gen 6 Intel and IdeaPad Slim 3i 14 , Gen 10 support the latest Wi-Fi standard v7.

Below, you'll find a Wi-Fi Versions Table, along with their release dates and speeds, to provide a brief overview of its development.

Wi-Fi Versions and Speeds

Standard	Speed	Release Date	Network	Frequency Bands (GHz)
Wi-Fi 7	up to 40 Gbps (5 GB/s)	2023	802.11be	2.4, 5, 6
Wi-Fi 6E	up to 9.6 Gbps (1.2 GB/s)	2020	802.11ax	2.4, 5, 6
Wi-Fi 6	up to 9.6 Gbps (1.2 GB/s)	2019	802.11ax	2.4, 5
Wi-Fi 5	up to 6.93 Gbps (866.25 MB/s)	2014	802.11ac	2.4, 5
Wi-Fi 4	up to 600 Mbps (75 MB/s)	2009	802.11n	2.4, 5

* Please note that the provided transfer rates are maximum theoretical values, and real-life performance may vary based on environmental factors.

USB
Both ThinkPad P14s Gen 6 Intel and IdeaPad Slim 3i 14 , Gen 10 feature 2x USB 3.2 USB-A ports.
Both ThinkPad P14s Gen 6 Intel and IdeaPad Slim 3i 14 , Gen 10 have USB Type-C ports. ThinkPad P14s Gen 6 Intel has 2x USB 4.0 USB Type-C ports, while IdeaPad Slim 3i 14 , Gen 10 has 1x USB 3.2 USB Type-C ports.

Below, you'll find a table of USB ports, along with their release dates and speeds.
To mitigate the confusion caused by generation names, the USB Implementers Forum (USB-IF) suggests using marketing names like USB 5Gbps, USB 10Gbps, and so forth, based on their respective transfer rates.

USB Type and Speeds

USB Type	Version	Speed	Date	Other Features/Explanations
USB4	Gen 4 (2.0)	80 Gbps	2022	Also known as USB 80Gbps
USB4	Gen 3×2	40 Gbps	2019	Also known as USB 40Gbps
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 2x2	20 Gbps	2019	Double the data transfer rates of Gen 2
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 2	10 Gbps	2017	Previously known as USB 3.1
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 1	5 Gbps	2017	Previously known as USB 3.0
USB 3.1	3.1 Gen 2	10 Gbps	2013	Faster data transfer rates
USB 3.0	3.1 Gen 1	5 Gbps	2010	SuperSpeed USB, improved data transfer rates
USB 2.0	2.0	480 Mbps	2000	High-speed data transfer
USB 1.0	1.0	1.5 Mbps	1996	Original USB standard

Thunderbolt
ThinkPad P14s Gen 6 Intel is equipped with Thunderbolt 4 port. IdeaPad Slim 3i 14 , Gen 10 does not have Thunderbolt port.

HDMI
Both ThinkPad P14s Gen 6 Intel and IdeaPad Slim 3i 14 , Gen 10 feature an HDMI port. ThinkPad P14s Gen 6 Intel offers 1x HDMI 2.1, while IdeaPad Slim 3i 14 , Gen 10 offers 1x HDMI 1.4.

Below, you'll find a comparison table detailing different HDMI versions, including their bandwidth, color depth, maximum resolution, and release dates. This information can be helpful in understanding the capabilities of each HDMI version and choosing the most suitable one for your needs.

HDMI Comparison Table

HDMI Version	Maximum Resolution	Bandwidth (Gbps)	Color Depth (bits)	Release Date
HDMI 2.1-2.1b	7680 x 4320 *(8K)* @ 60p 3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 120p	48.0	48	2017
HDMI 2.0-2.0b	3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 60p	18.0	48	2013
HDMI 1.4-1.4b	3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 30p	10.2	48	2009
HDMI 1.3-1.3a	2560 x 1440 @ 60p	10.2	48	2006
HDMI 1.0-1.2a	1920 x 1200 @ 60p	4.95	24	2002

* Please note that the provided resolution values represent the maximum supported resolution, and actual display quality may depend on other factors such as source content and connected devices.

SD Card Reader
IdeaPad Slim 3i 14 , Gen 10 is equipped with an SD Card Reader for easy access to memory cards. ThinkPad P14s Gen 6 Intel does not have an SD Card Reader.

Audio Jack
Both ThinkPad P14s Gen 6 Intel and IdeaPad Slim 3i 14 , Gen 10 are equipped with a 3.5mm Audio Jack, providing seamless connection to headphones and speakers.

To summarize the connectivity and ports details, please refer to the table below to see them listed.

Connectivity and Ports
WiFi Standard (latest: v7)	v7	v7
Bluetooth (latest: v5.4)	v5.4	v5.4
USB-A (latest: 3.2)	2x USB 3.2	2x USB 3.2
USB Type-C (latest: USB4 2.0)	2x USB 4.0	1x USB 3.2
Thunderbolt (latest: 5)	Thunderbolt 4	No
HDMI (latest: 2.1)	1x HDMI 2.1	1x HDMI 1.4
Display Port (latest: v2.0)	No	No
VGA	No	No
Fingerprint Sensor	Yes	No
Optical Drive	No	No
Audio Jack 3.5mm	Yes	Yes
Ethernet RJ45	Yes	No
SD CardReader	No	Yes
Proprietary Charging Port	No	Yes