ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 320S-15AST (80YB)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) and Lenovo IdeaPad 320S-15AST (80YB). 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 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 320S-15AST (80YB) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 320S-15AST (80YB) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

sleek design

lightweight build

decent processor speed

solid state drive storage

average battery life

limited graphics performance

no backlit keyboard

mediocre display quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) and Lenovo IdeaPad 320S-15AST (80YB)
75 % - Design
64 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
72 % - Design
63 % - Display
45 % - Performance
65 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 320S-15AST (80YB) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) Lenovo IdeaPad 320S-15AST (80YB)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 40.6 cm x 25.6 cm x 2.14 cm 36.27 cm x 25.2 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 2.3 kg 1.9 kg
Case Material Plastic -
Colour Transparent silver Mineral grey
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) Lenovo IdeaPad 320S-15AST (80YB)
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" 15.6" - TN
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight 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 320S-15AST (80YB)
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 3500U / 2.1 GHz AMD A6 9220 / 2.5 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.7 GHz 2.9 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache 4 MB L2 - 1 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) Lenovo IdeaPad 320S-15AST (80YB)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered)) 4 GB (1 x 4 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 8 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 1866 MHz
Rated Speed - 2400 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 1
Empty Slots 0 0
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) Lenovo IdeaPad 320S-15AST (80YB)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB HDD SATA / 5400 rpm 1 TB HDD SATA 6Gb/s / 5400 rpm - Seagate
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) Lenovo IdeaPad 320S-15AST (80YB)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Vega 8 AMD Radeon R4
Camera Yes - 720p Yes
Resolution - 0.3 Megapixel
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Compliant Standards - Dolby Audio
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster Harman audio technology
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) Lenovo IdeaPad 320S-15AST (80YB)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller - Atheros NFA435
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) Lenovo IdeaPad 320S-15AST (80YB)
Technology 2-cell Lithium Ion 2-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 32 Wh 30 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 9 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) Lenovo IdeaPad 320S-15AST (80YB)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A 45 Watt, 20 V, 2.25 A
INPUT ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) Lenovo IdeaPad 320S-15AST (80YB)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Chiclet keyboard -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) Lenovo IdeaPad 320S-15AST (80YB)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
USB 3.0
USB 2.0 (Always On)
HDMI
USB-C 3.0
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC) 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) Lenovo IdeaPad 320S-15AST (80YB)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) Lenovo IdeaPad 320S-15AST (80YB)
Included Accessories Power adapter, carrying case Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip -
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington mini 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
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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