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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models

⁦Compare IdeaPad Slim 3 vs Predator 17 G9-793⁩

A full side-by-side comparison of reference models IdeaPad Slim 3 and Predator 17 G9-793 within the same category.

Reference model ⁦Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3⁩

⁦IdeaPad Slim 3⁩

Lenovo

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Reference model ⁦Acer Predator 17 G9-793⁩

⁦Predator 17 G9-793⁩

Acer

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Specifications

Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models

Specification ⁦IdeaPad Slim 3⁩ ⁦Predator 17 G9-793⁩
Price Not for sale Not for sale
General
Brand Lenovo Acer
Product Family IdeaPad —
Model ⁦IdeaPad Slim 3⁩ ⁦Predator 17 G9-793⁩
Model Number — ⁦G9-793⁩
Launch Year ⁦2025 year⁩ ⁦2016 year⁩
Form Factor Clamshell Clamshell
Laptop Category Budget Gaming
Operating System — ⁦Windows 10⁩
Operating System Architecture ⁦64-bit⁩ ⁦64-bit⁩
Processor
Processor Manufacturer AMD Intel
Processor Family ⁦AMD Ryzen 5⁩ ⁦Intel Core i7⁩
Processor Model ⁦Ryzen 5⁩ ⁦Intel Core i7 6700HQ 2.6GHz⁩
Processor Generation — ⁦6th Gen⁩
CPU Architecture ⁦x86-64⁩ ⁦x86-64⁩
CPU Process Node — ⁦14 nm⁩
CPU Cores — ⁦4 cores⁩
Efficiency Cores — ⁦0 cores⁩
CPU Threads — ⁦8 threads⁩
CPU Base Clock — ⁦2.6 GHz⁩
CPU Max Boost Clock — ⁦3.5 GHz⁩
L3 Cache — ⁦6 MB⁩
Processor Base Power — ⁦45 W⁩
AI / NPU
Platform AI Performance — ⁦0 TOPS⁩
Graphics
Graphics Type Integrated Discrete
GPU Manufacturer AMD NVIDIA
GPU Model — ⁦Nvidia GeForce GTX 1060⁩
GPU Architecture — Pascal
VRAM Capacity ⁦0 GB⁩ ⁦6 GB⁩
VRAM Type Shared system memory ⁦GDDR5⁩
Maximum External Displays — ⁦3 displays⁩
Maximum External Resolution — ⁦3840 x 2160 @ 60 Hz⁩
Memory
Installed Memory ⁦8 GB⁩ ⁦16 GB⁩
Maximum Memory — ⁦32 GB⁩
Memory Type — ⁦DDR4 SDRAM⁩
Memory Speed — ⁦2133 MT/s⁩
Memory Form Factor — SO-DIMM
Memory Slots — ⁦4 slots⁩
Memory Slots Used — ⁦2 slots⁩
Memory Upgradeable — Yes
Memory Channels — Dual-channel
Storage
Primary Storage Type SSD SSD
Storage Capacity ⁦256 GB⁩ ⁦128 GB⁩
Storage Interface — PCIe NVMe
Storage PCIe Generation — ⁦PCIe 3.0⁩
Storage Form Factor — ⁦M.2 2280⁩
Installed Storage Drives ⁦1 drives⁩ ⁦2 drives⁩
Maximum Storage Drives — ⁦3 drives⁩
M.2 Storage Slots — ⁦2 slots⁩
2.5-inch Drive Bay — Yes
RAID Support — ⁦RAID 0⁩
Card Reader — Yes
Card Reader Formats — SD; SDHC; SDXC
Display
Display Size — ⁦17.3 inch⁩
Display Resolution — ⁦1920 x 1080⁩
Resolution Class — FHD
Display Technology — IPS LCD
Panel Type — IPS
Refresh Rate — ⁦60 Hz⁩
Variable Refresh Rate — Yes
VRR Range — NVIDIA G-SYNC Hz
Aspect Ratio — 16:9
Display Finish — Anti-glare
Adaptive Sync Technology — NVIDIA G-SYNC
Camera & Biometrics
Webcam Resolution — ⁦720p HD⁩
Webcam Frame Rate — ⁦30 fps⁩
Camera Features — Fixed-focus RGB webcam
Audio
Speaker Configuration — Stereo speakers + subwoofer
Audio Technology — Dolby Audio Premium; Acer TrueHarmony
Microphone Configuration — Dual-array microphone
Audio Jack — Yes
Keyboard & Input
Keyboard Type — Full-size keyboard
Keyboard Backlight — Yes
Keyboard RGB — Yes
Keyboard RGB Zones — Multi-zone RGB
Numeric Keypad — Yes
Touchpad Type — Multi-touch touchpad
Wireless & Networking
Wi-Fi Standard — ⁦Wi-Fi 5⁩
Wi-Fi IEEE Standard — ⁦IEEE 802.11ac⁩
Wi-Fi Bands — ⁦2.4 GHz; 5 GHz⁩
Wi-Fi Spatial Streams — ⁦2x2⁩
Bluetooth Version — ⁦Bluetooth 4.1⁩
Ethernet — Yes
Ethernet Speed — Gigabit Ethernet
WWAN — —
Ports & Expansion
USB Type-A Port Count — ⁦4 ports⁩
USB Type-A Specifications — ⁦4x USB 3.0⁩
USB Type-C Port Count — ⁦1 ports⁩
USB Type-C Specifications — ⁦USB 3.1 Gen 2; Thunderbolt 3⁩
USB4 Port Count — ⁦0 ports⁩
Thunderbolt Port Count — ⁦1 ports⁩
Thunderbolt Version — ⁦Thunderbolt 3⁩
HDMI Port Count — ⁦1 ports⁩
DisplayPort Output — ⁦DisplayPort 1.2⁩
RJ-45 Port Count — ⁦1 ports⁩
3.5 mm Audio Combo Port Count — ⁦1 ports⁩
SD Card Slot Count — ⁦1 ports⁩
Smart Card Reader — —
Security Lock Slot — Yes
Internal PCIe Slots — —
Battery & Power
Battery Capacity — ⁦88 Wh⁩
Battery Cells — ⁦8 cells⁩
Battery Chemistry — Lithium-ion
Power Adapter — ⁦230 W⁩
Power Connector — Barrel connector
Dimensions & Build
Width — ⁦423 mm⁩
Depth — ⁦322 mm⁩
Thickness — ⁦40 mm⁩
Weight — ⁦4.2 kg⁩
Chassis Material — Polycarbonate; Fiberglass
Hinge Opening Angle — ⁦180 degree⁩
IP Rating — Not rated
Security & Manageability
TPM — ⁦Firmware TPM 2.0⁩
BIOS / UEFI Password Support — Yes
Drive Password Support — Yes
Secure Boot — Yes
Enterprise Manageability — —
Smart Card Support — —
BIOS Recovery / Self-Healing — Standard BIOS recovery
Sensors
Hall Sensor — Yes
Certifications & Sustainability
RoHS Compliance — Yes
Environment & Warranty
Operating Temperature — ⁦5–35 °C °C⁩
Operating Humidity — ⁦20–80% RH, non-condensing % RH⁩
Storage Temperature — ⁦-20–60 °C °C⁩
Warranty — ⁦1 years⁩
Warranty Type — Limited warranty

Summary: Which Product Should You Choose?

Choose IdeaPad Slim 3 if you need:

  • Processor Model at ⁦Ryzen 5⁩ (vs ⁦Intel Core i7 6700HQ 2.6GHz⁩)
  • Installed Memory at ⁦8 GB⁩ (vs ⁦16 GB⁩)
  • Storage Capacity at ⁦256 GB⁩ (vs ⁦128 GB⁩)

Choose Predator 17 G9-793 if you need:

  • Processor Model at ⁦Intel Core i7 6700HQ 2.6GHz⁩ (vs ⁦Ryzen 5⁩)
  • Installed Memory at ⁦16 GB⁩ (vs ⁦8 GB⁩)
  • Storage Capacity at ⁦128 GB⁩ (vs ⁦256 GB⁩)

Overall, choosing between IdeaPad Slim 3 and Predator 17 G9-793 depends on your use case and which specs matter most. They share Form Factor (Clamshell) and Operating System Architecture (⁦64-bit⁩). They differ mainly on Processor Model. Review the differences above, choose by your priorities, and confirm availability before buying.

What is the difference between IdeaPad Slim 3 and Predator 17 G9-793?

IdeaPad Slim 3 and Predator 17 G9-793 share specifications such as Form Factor (Clamshell), Operating System Architecture (⁦64-bit⁩), CPU Architecture (⁦x86-64⁩), Primary Storage Type (SSD).

The main differences: Processor Model (IdeaPad Slim 3: ⁦Ryzen 5⁩, Predator 17 G9-793: ⁦Intel Core i7 6700HQ 2.6GHz⁩); Installed Memory (IdeaPad Slim 3: ⁦8 GB⁩, Predator 17 G9-793: ⁦16 GB⁩); Storage Capacity (IdeaPad Slim 3: ⁦256 GB⁩, Predator 17 G9-793: ⁦128 GB⁩).

IdeaPad Slim 3 may suit users who need its differing values, while Predator 17 G9-793 benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.