Lenovo
Lenovo
Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15IAU7
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- CPU:
- Core i3-1215U
- RAM:
- 8GB DDR4
- Storage:
- 256GB NVMe SSD
- Display:
- 15.6" 1920x1080 TN 60Hz
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Manufacturer: Lenovo Last updated: 2026-09-22
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Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15IAU7 (Core i3-1215U, 8GB, 256GB) Review
Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15IAU7 with Core i3-1215U, 8GB DDR4 (one free SO-DIMM slot) and a 1920x1080 TN display.
One of the budget-family SKUs directly named in this category's design research: a single 8GB stick with one SO-DIMM slot free for a straightforward upgrade.
Overview
The IdeaPad 3 15IAU7 ships with one 8GB DDR4 SO-DIMM and one free slot, plus a compact M.2 2242 SSD slot -- a genuinely upgradable budget chassis.
Specifications
Identity and variant
| Brand | Lenovo |
|---|---|
| Series | IdeaPad 3 |
| Series ID | lenovo-ideapad-3-15iau7 |
| SKU Name | IdeaPad 3 15IAU7 (i3-1215U, 8GB, 256GB) |
| Chassis Code | 15IAU7 |
| Region Sold | Global |
Class and platform
| Laptop Class | Budget Mainstream |
|---|---|
| Release Year | 2022 |
| Operating System | Windows 11 Home |
| Weight | 1.65 kg |
Processor
| CPU Brand | Intel |
|---|---|
| CPU Model | Core i3-1215U |
| CPU Cores | 6 |
Sustained power
| Sustained Power Source | Not Measured |
|---|
Graphics
| GPU Brand | Intel |
|---|---|
| GPU Model | Intel UHD Graphics (integrated) |
| VRAM | 0 GB |
| Graphics Switching | Integrated Only |
Memory
| RAM Capacity | 8 GB |
|---|---|
| RAM Type | DDR4 |
| Memory Form Factor | SO-DIMM |
| Memory Soldered | No |
| Max RAM Supported | 20 GB |
Upgradability
| RAM Slots | 2 |
|---|---|
| RAM Slots Free | 1 |
| Storage Slots | 1 |
| Storage Slots Free | 0 |
| Storage Form Factor | M.2 2242 |
| SATA Bay Present | No |
Storage as shipped
| Storage Capacity | 256 GB |
|---|---|
| Storage Type | NVMe SSD |
Display
| Display Size | 15.6 inches |
|---|---|
| Resolution Width | 1920 px |
| Resolution Height | 1080 px |
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz |
| Panel Type | TN |
| Brightness Condition | Vendor Unstated |
| Touchscreen | No |
Battery and ports
| Battery Capacity | 45 Wh |
|---|---|
| Thunderbolt Support | None |
| WiFi Standard | WiFi 5 |
Provenance
| Source URL | https://psref.lenovo.com/Product/IdeaPad/IdeaPad_3_15IAU7 |
|---|
Expert Review
Reviewed by Burooj Alam. Rated by us, not by users.
Best for
- Budget buyers planning a RAM upgrade
Not for
- Performance-sensitive users