ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712JA) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712JA) and Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S). 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 (X712JA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712JA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

large display

affordable price

ample storage options

decent build quality

comprehensive connectivity

average battery life

mediocre graphics performance

dim display brightness

slow processor speed

Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S) Review

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

affordable price

sleek design

lightweight build

decent processor performance

adequate port selection

mediocre battery life

limited storage capacity

average display quality

no backlit keyboard

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712JA) and Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S)
75 % - Design
66 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
72 % - Design
66 % - Display
45 % - Performance
65 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712JA) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712JA) Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 40.69 cm x 25.6 cm x 2.14 cm 35.84 cm x 24.41 cm x 1.94 cm
Weight 2.3 kg 1.87 kg
Case Material Plastic Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS
Colour Transparent silver Platinum grey
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712JA) Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S)
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1366 x 768 (HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz -
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, 178° horizontal and vertical viewing angle, IPS-level Anti-glare
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712JA) Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S)
CPU Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 1035G1 / 1 GHz AMD A9 9425 / 3.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.6 GHz 3.7 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache 6 MB 1 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache Integrated memory controller
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712JA) Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered)) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 16 GB 8 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz 1866 MHz
Rated Speed - 1866 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 1
Empty Slots 0 1
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712JA) Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe) 128 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
Secondary Storage 1 TB HDD SATA / 5400 rpm -
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712JA) Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics AMD Radeon R5
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Resolution - 1 Megapixel
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster, ASUS Bang & Olufsen ICEpower -
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712JA) Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller - M.2 Card
Features - Single stream (1x1)
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712JA) Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S)
Technology 2-cell lithium polymer Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 32 Wh 30 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 5 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712JA) Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S)
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 (X712JA) Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Features Chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance Multi-touch touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712JA) Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 2.0
USB 3.2 Gen 1
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
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 (X712JA) Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Home in S mode - English
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712JA) Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S)
Included Accessories Power adapter 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, ASUS Battery Health charging technology, ErgoLift Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge
Compliant Standards - RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number AU332T 15AST 81F9
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