ASUS VivoBook S15 (S513EA) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook S15 (S513EA) and Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320). With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare dimensions, performance, storage, functions, but also other key features of both laptops and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the laptop that best fits your needs and expectations.

ASUS VivoBook S15 (S513EA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook S15 (S513EA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight design

vivid full-hd display

fast ssd storage

good processor performance

competitive price point

average battery life

no dedicated gpu

limited port selection

basic audio quality

Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) Review

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

affordable price

lightweight design

decent processor performance

ample storage capacity

simple user interface

average battery life

basic display quality

limited graphics capability

minimal connectivity options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook S15 (S513EA) and Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320)
83 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
69 % - Design
63 % - Display
45 % - Performance
64 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook S15 (S513EA) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook S15 (S513EA) Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.9 cm x 23.5 cm x 1.79 cm 37.8 cm x 26 cm x 2.29 cm
Weight 1.8 kg 2.2 kg
Case Material Aluminum, plastic Polycarbonate ABS
Colour Indie black | Transparent silver (LCD cover), spangle silver (bottom), spangle silver (top) Denim blue | Platinum grey
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook S15 (S513EA) Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 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 300 cd/m² 200 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB -
Features ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence Technology, anti-glare, Tru2Life, IPS-level Anti-glare
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook S15 (S513EA) Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320)
CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz AMD A9 9420 / 3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 3.6 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache 8 MB 1 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache Integrated memory controller
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook S15 (S513EA) Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320)
RAM 16 GB (1 x 8 GB + 8 GB (soldered)) 4 GB (1 x 4 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 8 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 2133 MHz
Rated Speed - 2400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 1
Empty Slots 0 0
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook S15 (S513EA) Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 1 TB HDD SATA 6Gb/s / 5400 rpm - Seagate
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook S15 (S513EA) Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics AMD Radeon R5
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Resolution - 1 Megapixel
Sound Harman/kardon stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features ASUS Bang & Olufsen ICEpower -
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook S15 (S513EA) Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller - M.2 Card
Network Interface - 10/100 Ethernet
Features Dual stream (2x2) -
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook S15 (S513EA) Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion 2-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 42 Wh 30 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 6 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook S15 (S513EA) Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 19 V, 3.42 A 45 Watt, 20 V, 2.25 A
INPUT ASUS VivoBook S15 (S513EA) Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Chiclet keyboard Multi-touch touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook S15 (S513EA) Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320)
Slots 1 x M.2 (PCI Express 3.0 x2) (0 free) -
Interfaces 2 x USB 2.0
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 1/USB 3.0
USB 2.0
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook S15 (S513EA) Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook S15 (S513EA) Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip -
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features System password Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password
Compliant Standards - RoHS
Repairability Index 6.5 (out of 10) -
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number BN1021T 15AST 80XV
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