ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15IWL (81N8)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) and Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15IWL (81N8). 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 S340-15IWL (81N8) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15IWL (81N8) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

sleek design

comfortable keyboard

solid performance

lightweight build

average battery life

dim display

no thunderbolt support

limited upgradeability

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) and Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15IWL (81N8)
75 % - Design
64 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
72 % - Design
63 % - Display
65 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
72 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15IWL (81N8) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15IWL (81N8)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 40.6 cm x 25.6 cm x 2.14 cm 35.8 cm x 24.5 cm x 1.79 cm
Weight 2.3 kg 1.79 kg
Case Material Plastic Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS
Colour Transparent silver Onyx black
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15IWL (81N8)
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" 15.6" - IPS
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 220 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC -
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15IWL (81N8)
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 3500U / 2.1 GHz Intel Core i3 (8th Gen) 8145U / 2.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.7 GHz 3.9 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache 4 MB 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15IWL (81N8)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered)) 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered))
Max RAM Supported - 8 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 0
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15IWL (81N8)
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 S340-15IWL (81N8)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Vega 8 Intel UHD Graphics 620
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Resolution - 1 Megapixel
Camera Features - Privacy shutter
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster -
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15IWL (81N8)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2
Wireless Controller - M.2 Card
Features - Single stream (1x1)
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15IWL (81N8)
Technology 2-cell Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 32 Wh 52.5 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 10 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15IWL (81N8)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A 65 Watt
INPUT ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15IWL (81N8)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Chiclet keyboard Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15IWL (81N8)
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
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC) 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15IWL (81N8)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15IWL (81N8)
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 -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features System password, ErgoLift Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge
Compliant Standards - RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
SAR Value 0.297 W/kg (body), 0.297 W/kg (limb) 0.847 W/kg (limb), 0.847 W/kg (body)
Repairability Index 6.3 (out of 10) -
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number AU078T -
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