ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15IKB (81H7)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) and Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15IKB (81H7). 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 VivoBook 17 (M712DA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

large screen size

affordable price point

comfortable keyboard layout

decent processor performance

solid build quality

average battery life

no backlit keyboard

limited port selection

mediocre graphics capability

Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15IKB (81H7) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15IKB (81H7) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

adequate processor performance

solid build quality

comfortable keyboard

decent audio quality

average battery life

dim display

limited storage capacity

no USB-C port

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) and Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15IKB (81H7)
75 % - Design
64 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
69 % - Design
64 % - Display
62 % - Performance
65 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15IKB (81H7) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15IKB (81H7)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 40.6 cm x 25.6 cm x 2.14 cm 37.56 cm x 25.34 cm x 2.27 cm
Weight 2.3 kg 2.1 kg
Case Material Plastic Polycarbonate ABS
Colour Transparent silver Granite black
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15IKB (81H7)
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" 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 250 cd/m² 200 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC -
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15IKB (81H7)
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 3500U / 2.1 GHz Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8250U / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.7 GHz 3.4 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 4 MB 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15IKB (81H7)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered)) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported - 12 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 2400 MHz
Rated Speed - 2400 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 1
Empty Slots 0 1
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15IKB (81H7)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB HDD SATA / 5400 rpm 1 TB HDD SATA 6Gb/s / 5400 rpm
Optical Drive - DVD±RW
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15IKB (81H7)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Vega 8 Intel UHD Graphics 620
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features - Fixed focus
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster -
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15IKB (81H7)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Network Interface - 10/100 Ethernet
Features - Single stream (1x1)
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15IKB (81H7)
Technology 2-cell Lithium Ion 2-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 32 Wh 30 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 6 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15IKB (81H7)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A 45 Watt
INPUT ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15IKB (81H7)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Chiclet keyboard Multi-touch touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15IKB (81H7)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC) 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15IKB (81H7)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English
Software Included - Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15IKB (81H7)
Included Accessories Power adapter, carrying case Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip -
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features System password, ErgoLift Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password
Compliant Standards - RoHS
SAR Value 0.297 W/kg (body), 0.297 W/kg (limb) -
Repairability Index 6.3 (out of 10) -
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number AU078T -
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