ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 320-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 320)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) and Lenovo IdeaPad 320-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 320). 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 S15 (S531FA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

large screen size

decent battery life

ample storage capacity

includes essential ports

mediocre display quality

heavy build

average processor

limited graphics performance

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) and Lenovo IdeaPad 320-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 320)
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
78 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 320-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) Lenovo IdeaPad 320-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 320)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.72 cm x 23.03 cm x 1.8 cm 33.83 cm x 24.99 cm x 2.27 cm
Weight 1.8 kg 2.1 kg
Colour Gun metal Platinum grey
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) Lenovo IdeaPad 320-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 320)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 14"
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 300 cd/m² -
Features Anti-glare, 178° horizontal and vertical viewing angle, NanoEdge display Anti-glare
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) Lenovo IdeaPad 320-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 320)
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8265U / 1.6 GHz Intel Core i3 (7th Gen) 7100U / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.9 GHz -
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache 6 MB 3 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Integrated memory controller
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) Lenovo IdeaPad 320-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 320)
RAM 8 GB 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported - 16 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 2133 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz -
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) Lenovo IdeaPad 320-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 320)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 128 GB SSD 2.5" (5 mm) SATA 6Gb/s - SK Hynix
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) Lenovo IdeaPad 320-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 320)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 Intel HD Graphics 620
Camera Yes - HD Yes
Resolution - 0.3 Megapixel
Camera Features IR camera -
Sound Harman/kardon stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Compliant Standards - Dolby Audio
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster, Smart Amplification technology -
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) Lenovo IdeaPad 320-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 320)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller - Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 3165 - M.2 Card
Network Interface - Ethernet
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) Lenovo IdeaPad 320-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 320)
Technology 3-cell 2-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 42 Wh 30 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 5 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) Lenovo IdeaPad 320-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 320)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.47 A 45 Watt, 20 V, 2.25 A
INPUT ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) Lenovo IdeaPad 320-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 320)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) Lenovo IdeaPad 320-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 320)
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 3.0
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
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 (S531FA) Lenovo IdeaPad 320-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 320)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) Lenovo IdeaPad 320-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 320)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features ErgoLift Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password
SAR Value 0.584 W/kg (body), 0.584 W/kg (limb) -
Model Number EJ037T 14IKB 80XK
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