Today Lenovo introduced its new IdeaPad Gaming 3i and IdeaPad Gaming 3 laptop series in two screen sizes, 15-inch and 16-inch, that are ideal for younger, new gamers entering this world of gaming who want to impress with the right gaming firepower. This re-energized lineup sports a stylish makeover inside and out with improved thermal components for quieter gameplay, fresh chassis colors and high-performance detailing, not to mention a beefed-up WQHD+ panel option.

The new IdeaPad gaming laptops are portable enough to tote virtually anywhere like to class or friends' dorm rooms for marathon gameplay sessions, yet more powerful than an ultrabook for playing top titles and tackling schoolwork (or a side hustle) without breaking the bank. A quick peek under this machine's hood reveals powerful processing and graphics for budding gaming prowess and top-notch streaming.It's hard to forget that first feeling of exhilaration when finally gaming with high-octane gaming swag. Built with a streamlined design, prepare to fall in love with the quiet Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 series with cool blue decorative piping accents surrounding its rear I/O cutout. Offering more than a cleaner look and feel, this updated rear notch design also enables better port accessibility, cable management, and for slipping it into a backpack with ease.

These sleek, minimalist Windows 11 gaming laptops with up to a 165 Hz refresh rate deliver a gorgeous gaming experience and killer quality videos via an entertainment system that's gaming-optimized and packs top-notch performance with an option of up to 12th Gen Intel Core i7 H-series processors or with AMD Ryzen 6000 Series processors.

Get the heart racing with graphics power that exceeds expectation with the option of up to NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU or the option of Intel Arc Graphics to deliver enhanced experiences across creation, gaming and productivity on the IdeaPad Gaming 3i. Make friends (and frenemies) jealous as they watch this portable laptop come to life during daring gameplay or when engaged in intensive tasks for class projects. Clever quad vent thermal technology allows for quieter, more efficient cooling performance from an optimized ventilation rate of up to 20 percent larger than its previous generation. So no more whirling laptop fans drowning out lectures in class. Also noteworthy is the 10 percent increase in fan airflow from innovative quad vents located in between the lid and the base with vents on each side, all of which feature distinctive blue accent detailing as an extra nod to its Lenovo gaming heritage.

For those in search of a 165 Hz high refresh rate, the IdeaPad Gaming 3i and IdeaPad Gaming 3 laptops offer up to a 16-inch WQHD+ (2560 x 1600) IPS 16:10 display with 100 percent sRGB color gamut and 500 nits brightness. Also available is the more compact 15.6-inch WQHD (2560 x 1440) 16:9 display option, offered in up to two chassis design hues, including Onyx Grey and Glacier White for that 'so fresh and so clean' feeling.

Experience next-level gaming with expert tuning from Nahimic Audio 3D Sound System and Lenovo's signature snappy gaming keyboard with optional 4-zone RGB backlighting on selected models. Take advantage of a top-placed 1080p FHD webcam with privacy shutter on the 16-inch model, plus opt for upgraded storage options. What's more, users can now discover their next favorite game with three months of Xbox Game Pass via Lenovo's collaboration with Microsoft on Windows consumer laptop line-ups, such as IdeaPad Gaming and Lenovo Legion. Game Pass provides access to over 100 high-quality PC games with new games added all the time. With the new Xbox app for Windows PC, gamers can discover games, browse the library, view recommendations, and filter by genre with Game Pass.

Pricing and Availability

• The 16-inch IdeaPad Gaming 3i laptop with Intel Core processor will start at €1099 (including VAT) and is expected to be available starting in June 2022, and the 16-inch IdeaPad Gaming 3 laptop with AMD Ryzen 6000 Series processors will start at €1099 (including VAT) and is expected to be available starting in July 2022.8
• The 15-inch IdeaPad Gaming 3i laptop with Intel Core processor will start at €999 (including VAT) and is expected to be available starting in May 2022, and the 15-inch IdeaPad Gaming 3 laptop with AMD Ryzen 6000 Series processors will start at €999 (including VAT) and is expected to be available starting in June 2022.8