IdeaPad Gaming 3i Gen 7 (15, Intel)


  • Model: IdeaPad Gaming 3i Gen 7 (82S9 series)
  • Processor: Intel Core i5-12450H, i5-12500H, i7-12650H, i7-12700H
  • Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650, RTX 3050, RTX 3050 Ti
  • Memory: 8GB–32GB DDR4 3200MHz
  • Storage: 256GB–1TB PCIe NVMe SSD
  • Display: 15.6-inch Full HD, 60Hz, 120Hz, or 165Hz
  • Connectivity: USB-A, USB-C, Thunderbolt 4 (select models), HDMI 2.0, RJ45, Wi-Fi 6
  • Weight: ~2.3–2.5 kg (5.1–5.5 lbs)

IdeaPad Gaming 3i Gen 7 (15, Intel)

IdeaPad Gaming 3i Gen 7 Intel

12th Gen Intel Performance

The Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3i Gen 7 (15, Intel) features 12th Gen Intel Core processors (e.g., Core i7-12700H, 14 cores, 20 threads, 2.3–4.7 GHz, 24MB cache, 45W TDP; Core i5-12450H, 8 cores, 12 threads, 2.0–4.4 GHz, 12MB cache, 45W TDP). Cinebench R23 multi-core scores ~17,000 (i7-12700H) or ~12,500 (i5-12450H). NVIDIA GPUs (GTX 1650, RTX 3050, RTX 3050 Ti, ~3.8–5.2 TFLOPS) deliver ~40–60 FPS in *Call of Duty: MW2* (1080p, medium settings). PCMark 10 scores ~6,800–7,200. Cooling with dual fans and quad vents keeps temps ~75–85°C, though fans hit ~42 dB. Users note smooth multitasking and gaming performance.

Display and Build Quality

Features a 15.6-inch Full HD (1920x1080, IPS, 250–300 nits, 45–100% sRGB) display with 60Hz, 120Hz, or 165Hz refresh rates. Anti-glare coating reduces reflections. The plastic chassis (Onyx Black or Glacier White) weighs ~2.3–2.5 kg (5.1–5.5 lbs) and measures 359.6 x 266.4 x 21.8 mm. MIL-STD-810H tested for durability. Backlit keyboard with optional 4-zone RGB (1.5mm travel) and large touchpad are praised for gaming and typing. 720p webcam with privacy shutter; no Windows Hello support. Users note subtle design but mention screen flex and average brightness (266–300 nits).

IdeaPad Gaming 3i Gen 7 Intel
IdeaPad Gaming 3i Gen 7 Intel

Connectivity and Battery Life

Includes 2x USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 (5 Gbps), 1x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (10 Gbps, DisplayPort 1.4, power delivery), 1x Thunderbolt 4 (select models), HDMI 2.0 (4K@60Hz), RJ45 Ethernet, headphone/mic combo. Wi-Fi 6 (AX201, ~1.2 Gbps) and Bluetooth 5.2 ensure reliable connectivity. The 45Wh or 60Wh battery lasts ~3–4 hours (office tasks) or ~2–3 hours (gaming). Rapid Charge reaches 80% in ~1 hour (170W). Users praise port variety but criticize short battery life and USB-C not supporting charging on all models.

Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3i Gen 7 (15, Intel): All Features

Processor Intel Core i5-12450H, i5-12500H, i7-12650H, i7-12700H (up to 14 cores, 2.0–4.7 GHz, 12–24MB cache, 45W TDP)
Graphics NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 (4GB GDDR6), RTX 3050 (4GB GDDR6), RTX 3050 Ti (4GB GDDR6)
Memory 8GB–32GB DDR4 3200MHz (2x SODIMM, user-upgradeable)
Storage 256GB–1TB PCIe NVMe SSD (M.2 2280, PCIe 4.0 x4, user-upgradeable)
Display 15.6-inch Full HD (1920x1080, IPS, 250–300 nits, 45–100% sRGB, 60Hz, 120Hz, or 165Hz)
Connectivity 2x USB-A 3.2 Gen 1, 1x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2, Thunderbolt 4 (select models), HDMI 2.0, RJ45 Ethernet, headphone/mic combo
Features Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.2, fTPM 2.0, 720p webcam with privacy shutter, 4-zone RGB backlit keyboard (optional), MIL-STD-810H, Nahimic Audio
Warranty 1–2 years (standard, optional extended)

Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3i Gen 7 (15, Intel): All Specifications

Model IdeaPad Gaming 3i Gen 7 (82S9 series)
Processor Intel Core i5-12450H (8 cores, 12 threads, 2.0–4.4 GHz, 12MB cache, 45W TDP), i5-12500H (12 cores, 16 threads, 2.5–4.5 GHz, 18MB cache, 45W TDP), i7-12650H (10 cores, 16 threads, 2.3–4.7 GHz, 24MB cache, 45W TDP), i7-12700H (14 cores, 20 threads, 2.3–4.7 GHz, 24MB cache, 45W TDP)
Graphics NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 (4GB GDDR6, 1605 MHz, 50W), RTX 3050 (4GB GDDR6, 1500 MHz, 85W), RTX 3050 Ti (4GB GDDR6, 1492 MHz, 85W)
Memory 8GB–32GB DDR4 3200MHz (2x SODIMM, dual-channel, user-upgradeable)
Storage 256GB–1TB PCIe NVMe SSD (M.2 2280, PCIe 4.0 x4, up to 6500 MB/s read, user-upgradeable)
Display 15.6-inch Full HD (1920x1080, IPS, 250–300 nits, 45–100% sRGB, 60Hz, 120Hz, or 165Hz)
Connectivity 2x USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 (5 Gbps), 1x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (10 Gbps, DisplayPort 1.4, power delivery), Thunderbolt 4 (select models, 40 Gbps), HDMI 2.0 (4K@60Hz), RJ45 Ethernet, headphone/mic combo
Networking Intel AX201 Wi-Fi 6 (up to 1.2 Gbps), Bluetooth 5.2, Gigabit Ethernet
Battery 45Wh or 60Wh, 3–4 hours (office tasks), 2–3 hours (gaming)
Power Supply 170W Slim Tip (Rapid Charge)
Dimensions 359.6 x 266.4 x 21.8 mm (14.16 x 10.49 x 0.86 inches)
Weight Starting at 2.3 kg (5.1 lbs)
Operating System Windows 11 Home, Windows 10 Home (downgrade), no OS option
Security fTPM 2.0, webcam privacy shutter, Kensington Lock slot
Audio 2x 2W Nahimic Audio speakers, dual mics
Camera 720p with privacy shutter, no Windows Hello
Keyboard Backlit, 4-zone RGB (optional), 1.5mm key travel, numpad
Warranty 1–2 years (standard, optional extended)
Certifications RoHS, EPEAT Silver, Energy Star, MIL-STD-810H
Package Contents Laptop, 170W Slim Tip charger, quick start guide

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