The IdeaPad 3 15 is certainly attractive due to its bargain price. But can you live with its concessions?

Lenovo's IdeaPad lineup ranges from truly budget options that cost just a bit more than $200 all the way up to gaming and premium Ultrabooks costing well over $1,000. The IdeaPad 3 15 (model number 15IML05) I have here to review is near the low end of the pricing spectrum, targeting everyday use for anyone who wants a PC for homework or other productivity work around the house. I've been using this budget laptop for about a week to see where it excels, where corners are cut to keep the cost down, and, ultimately, whether or not it's worth your money.