ASUS M3500QC (L1081W) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15API (81UT)

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In depth comparison and review of ASUS M3500QC (L1081W) and Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15API (81UT). Compare sizes, performance, storage capacities, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right laptop for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the laptop that will best fit your needs.

ASUS M3500QC (L1081W) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS M3500QC (L1081W) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful amd processor

high-resolution display

lightweight design

ample storage capacity

efficient thermal management

average battery life

no thunderbolt support

limited upgradeability

mediocre webcam quality

Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15API (81UT) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15API (81UT) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

decent processor performance

sufficient connectivity options

simple user interface

average display quality

limited battery life

modest graphics capability

no backlight keyboard

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Difference between ASUS M3500QC (L1081W) and Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15API (81UT)
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85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
84 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
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63 % - Display
65 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS M3500QC (L1081W) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15API (81UT) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS M3500QC (L1081W) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15API (81UT)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.98 cm x 23.53 cm x 1.99 cm 36.22 cm x 25.15 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.65 kg 1.85 kg
Case Material - Polycarbonate ABS
Colour Quiet blue Granite black IMR
DISPLAY ASUS M3500QC (L1081W) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15API (81UT)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" OLED 15.6" - TN
LCD Backlight Technology - LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1366 x 768 (HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 600 cd/m² 220 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% DCI-P3 -
Colour Support 1.07 billion colours -
Features Glossy, ASUS EyeCare Technology, HDR (high dynamic range), Low Blue Light technology, Pantone Validated, 84% screen-to-body ratio, 0.2 ms response rate, HDR 600 True Black Anti-glare
PROCESSOR ASUS M3500QC (L1081W) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15API (81UT)
CPU AMD Ryzen 7 5800H / 3.2 GHz AMD Ryzen 3 3200U / 2.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.4 GHz 3.5 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core Dual-Core
Cache L3 - 16 MB L3 - 4 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY ASUS M3500QC (L1081W) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15API (81UT)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported - 12 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 2400 MHz
Rated Speed - 2400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE ASUS M3500QC (L1081W) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15API (81UT)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS M3500QC (L1081W) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15API (81UT)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 / AMD Radeon Graphics AMD Radeon Vega 3
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM -
Video System Features Max-Q design, Dynamic Boost -
Camera Yes - 720p Yes
Resolution - 0.3 Megapixel
Camera Features Privacy shutter -
Sound Harman/kardon stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features AI noise cancelling -
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS M3500QC (L1081W) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15API (81UT)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2
Wireless Controller - M.2 Card
Features Dual stream (2x2) Single stream (1x1)
BATTERY ASUS M3500QC (L1081W) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15API (81UT)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 63 Wh 30 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 4 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS M3500QC (L1081W) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15API (81UT)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 19 V 65 Watt
INPUT ASUS M3500QC (L1081W) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15API (81UT)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Chiclet keyboard, 1.35mm travel distance Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS M3500QC (L1081W) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15API (81UT)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 2.0
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
USB 2.0
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE ASUS M3500QC (L1081W) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15API (81UT)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Windows 10 Home in S mode - English
Software Included - Microsoft Office (30 days trial)
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS M3500QC (L1081W) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15API (81UT)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Features System password, ASUS IceCool Plus Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password
Compliant Standards TUV Rheinland Flicker Free Certification, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Hardware Solution) RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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