ASUS M3500QC (L1081W) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (81NG)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of ASUS M3500QC (L1081W) and Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (81NG). Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

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 S540-15IML (81NG) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (81NG) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

sleek aluminum design

sharp full HD display

fast processing speeds

ample storage capacity

good battery life

heavier than competitors

no optical drive

limited port selection

average graphics performance

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS M3500QC (L1081W) and Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (81NG)
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85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
84 % - Connectivity
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72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS M3500QC (L1081W) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (81NG) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS M3500QC (L1081W) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (81NG)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.98 cm x 23.53 cm x 1.99 cm 35.8 cm x 24.5 cm x 1.69 cm
Weight 1.65 kg 1.95 kg
Case Material - Aluminum, glass
Colour Quiet blue Mineral grey
DISPLAY ASUS M3500QC (L1081W) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (81NG)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" OLED 15.6" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology - LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 600 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% DCI-P3 72%
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 Glossy, glass cover
PROCESSOR ASUS M3500QC (L1081W) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (81NG)
CPU AMD Ryzen 7 5800H / 3.2 GHz Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 10210U / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.4 GHz 4.2 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core Quad-Core
Cache L3 - 16 MB 6 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY ASUS M3500QC (L1081W) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (81NG)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (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 - 0
STORAGE ASUS M3500QC (L1081W) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (81NG)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS M3500QC (L1081W) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (81NG)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 / AMD Radeon Graphics Intel UHD Graphics
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM -
Video System Features Max-Q design, Dynamic Boost -
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Resolution - 1 Megapixel
Camera Features Privacy shutter Privacy shutter
Sound Harman/kardon stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features AI noise cancelling -
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS M3500QC (L1081W) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (81NG)
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) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS M3500QC (L1081W) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (81NG)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 63 Wh 70 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 15 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS M3500QC (L1081W) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (81NG)
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 S540-15IML (81NG)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Chiclet keyboard, 1.35mm travel distance Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS M3500QC (L1081W) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (81NG)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 2.0
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 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 S540-15IML (81NG)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English
Software Included - Microsoft Office (30 days trial)
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS M3500QC (L1081W) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (81NG)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Features System password, ASUS IceCool Plus Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge
Compliant Standards TUV Rheinland Flicker Free Certification, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Hardware Solution) RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
SAR Value - 1.81 W/kg (body), 1.81 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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