ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-14AST (81F8)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) and Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-14AST (81F8). 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 330S-14AST (81F8) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-14AST (81F8) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

sleek design

lightweight build

decent processor performance

solid keyboard feel

average battery life

limited storage capacity

no backlit keyboard

mediocre display quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) and Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-14AST (81F8)
75 % - Design
64 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
69 % - Design
63 % - Display
45 % - Performance
65 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-14AST (81F8) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-14AST (81F8)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 40.6 cm x 25.6 cm x 2.14 cm 32.31 cm x 23.48 cm x 1.895 cm
Weight 2.3 kg 1.67 kg
Case Material Plastic Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS
Colour Transparent silver Platinum grey
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-14AST (81F8)
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" 14"
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 220 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC -
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-14AST (81F8)
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 3500U / 2.1 GHz AMD A6 9225 / 2.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.7 GHz 3.1 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache 4 MB 1 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-14AST (81F8)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered)) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported - 8 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 1866 MHz
Rated Speed - 1866 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 1
Empty Slots 0 1
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-14AST (81F8)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB HDD SATA / 5400 rpm 1 TB HDD SATA 6Gb/s / 5400 rpm
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-14AST (81F8)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Vega 8 AMD Radeon R4
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Resolution - 1 Megapixel
Camera Features - Fixed focus
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster -
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-14AST (81F8)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller - M.2 Card
Features - Single stream (1x1)
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-14AST (81F8)
Technology 2-cell Lithium Ion 2-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 32 Wh 30 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 3 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-14AST (81F8)
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 330S-14AST (81F8)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Chiclet keyboard Multi-touch touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-14AST (81F8)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
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 330S-14AST (81F8)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English
Software Included - Lenovo Settings, McAfee LiveSafe (30 days trial), Lenovo ID, Lenovo App Explorer
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-14AST (81F8)
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 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
Compliant Standards - RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
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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