ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15AST (81D6)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) and Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15AST (81D6). 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 330-15AST (81D6) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15AST (81D6) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

solid build quality

adequate port selection

decent keyboard comfort

easy to upgrade

mediocre battery life

slow HDD storage

basic display quality

limited performance capabilities

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) and Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15AST (81D6)
75 % - Design
64 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
65 % - Design
65 % - Display
45 % - Performance
65 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15AST (81D6) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15AST (81D6)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 40.6 cm x 25.6 cm x 2.14 cm 37.8 cm x 26 cm x 2.29 cm
Weight 2.3 kg 2.2 kg
Case Material Plastic Polycarbonate ABS
Colour Transparent silver Onyx black | Platinum grey | Midnight blue
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15AST (81D6)
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" 15.6" - TN
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight 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 250 cd/m² 200 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC -
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15AST (81D6)
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 3500U / 2.1 GHz AMD A9 9425 / 3.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.7 GHz 3.7 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 330-15AST (81D6)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered)) 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 8 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 2133 MHz
Rated Speed - 2133 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 1
Empty Slots 0 0
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15AST (81D6)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB HDD SATA / 5400 rpm 128 GB SSD 2.5" (7 mm) SATA 6Gb/s
Secondary Storage - 1 TB HDD SATA 6Gb/s / 5400 rpm
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15AST (81D6)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Vega 8 AMD Radeon R5
Camera Yes - 720p Yes
Resolution - 0.3 Megapixel
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 330-15AST (81D6)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller - M.2 Card
Network Interface - 10/100 Ethernet
Features - Single stream (1x1)
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15AST (81D6)
Technology 2-cell Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 32 Wh 30 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 4 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15AST (81D6)
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
INPUT ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15AST (81D6)
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 330-15AST (81D6)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
USB 2.0
USB 3.1 Gen 1
LAN
HDMI
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 330-15AST (81D6)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English
Software Included - Microsoft Office (30 days trial)
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15AST (81D6)
Included Accessories Power adapter, carrying case Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) 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) -
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number AU078T -
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