ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15IKB (81H7)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) and Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15IKB (81H7). 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 S15 (S530UA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

stylish lightweight design

vivid full hd display

fast ssd storage

comfortable backlit keyboard

reasonable price point

average battery life

moderate graphics performance

no thunderbolt support

limited upgradeability

Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15IKB (81H7) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15IKB (81H7) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

adequate processor performance

solid build quality

comfortable keyboard

decent audio quality

average battery life

dim display

limited storage capacity

no USB-C port

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) and Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15IKB (81H7)
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
78 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
69 % - Design
64 % - Display
62 % - Performance
65 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15IKB (81H7) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15IKB (81H7)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.14 cm x 24.35 cm x 1.8 cm 37.56 cm x 25.34 cm x 2.27 cm
Weight 1.8 kg 2.1 kg
Case Material - Polycarbonate ABS
Colour Firmament green Granite black
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15IKB (81H7)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 15.6" - TN
LCD Backlight Technology 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 - 200 cd/m²
Features ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence Technology, anti-glare, ASUS EyeCare Technology, 178° horizontal and vertical viewing angle, NanoEdge display Anti-glare
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15IKB (81H7)
CPU Intel Core i3 (8th Gen) 8130U / 2.2 GHz Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8250U / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.4 GHz 3.4 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache - 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Integrated memory controller
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15IKB (81H7)
RAM 8 GB 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 16 GB 12 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
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15IKB (81H7)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD SATA 1 TB HDD SATA 6Gb/s / 5400 rpm
Optical Drive - DVD±RW
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15IKB (81H7)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 Intel UHD Graphics 620
Camera Yes - HD Yes - 720p
Camera Features - Fixed focus
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster -
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15IKB (81H7)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Network Interface - 10/100 Ethernet
Features - Single stream (1x1)
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15IKB (81H7)
Technology 3-cell 2-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 42 Wh 30 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 6 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15IKB (81H7)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.47 A 45 Watt
INPUT ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15IKB (81H7)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features - Multi-touch touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15IKB (81H7)
Interfaces HDMI
2 x USB 2.0
USB 3.1 Gen 1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15IKB (81H7)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English
Software Included - Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15IKB (81H7)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features - Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password
Compliant Standards - RoHS
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number EJ490T -
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