ASUS X515MA (EJ539W) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-14IKBR (81BD)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of ASUS X515MA (EJ539W) and Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-14IKBR (81BD). 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 X515MA (EJ539W) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS X515MA (EJ539W) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

solid build quality

adequate connectivity options

efficient daily performance

average battery life

basic display quality

limited graphics performance

slower HDD storage

Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-14IKBR (81BD) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-14IKBR (81BD) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

slim, lightweight design

sharp full HD display

solid overall performance

fast SSD storage

decent battery life

limited port selection

no dedicated GPU

average sound quality

pricier than competitors

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS X515MA (EJ539W) and Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-14IKBR (81BD)
75 % - Design
65 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
72 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS X515MA (EJ539W) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-14IKBR (81BD) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS X515MA (EJ539W) Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-14IKBR (81BD)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.02 cm x 23.49 cm x 1.99 cm 32.07 cm x 22.28 cm x 1.59 cm
Weight 1.8 kg 1.55 kg
Case Material Plastic (top), plastic (bottom), plastic (LCD cover) Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom)
Colour Transparent silver (LCD cover), transparent silver (top), transparent silver (bottom) Silver
DISPLAY ASUS X515MA (EJ539W) Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-14IKBR (81BD)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 14" - IPS
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 200 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC -
Features Anti-glare, 83% screen-to-body ratio Anti-glare
PROCESSOR ASUS X515MA (EJ539W) Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-14IKBR (81BD)
CPU Intel Celeron N4020 / 1.1 GHz Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8250U / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.8 GHz 3.4 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 4 MB 6 MB
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY ASUS X515MA (EJ539W) Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-14IKBR (81BD)
RAM 8 GB 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 16 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 2400 MHz
Rated Speed - 2400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE ASUS X515MA (EJ539W) Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-14IKBR (81BD)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB HDD SATA / 5400 rpm 128 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS X515MA (EJ539W) Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-14IKBR (81BD)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 600 NVIDIA GeForce MX150 / Intel UHD Graphics 620
Video Memory - 2 GB GDDR5 SDRAM
Camera Yes - VGA Yes - 720p
Resolution - 1 Megapixel
Camera Features - Fixed focus
Sound Speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium
Audio Features Output: ASUS SonicMaster Output: JBL
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS X515MA (EJ539W) Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-14IKBR (81BD)
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) Single stream (1x1)
BATTERY ASUS X515MA (EJ539W) Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-14IKBR (81BD)
Technology 2-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 37 Wh 55 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 14 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS X515MA (EJ539W) Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-14IKBR (81BD)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 33 Watt, 19 V, 1.75 A 65 Watt
INPUT ASUS X515MA (EJ539W) Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-14IKBR (81BD)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Chiclet keyboard Multi-touch touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS X515MA (EJ539W) Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-14IKBR (81BD)
Slots 1 x M.2 (PCI Express 3.0 x2) (1 free) -
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
2 x USB 2.0
USB 3.0 (Always On)
USB 3.0
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1/Thunderbolt 3/DisplayPort 1.2a (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE ASUS X515MA (EJ539W) Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-14IKBR (81BD)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English
Software Included - Lenovo Settings, McAfee LiveSafe (30 days trial), Lenovo ID, Lenovo App Explorer
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS X515MA (EJ539W) Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-14IKBR (81BD)
Included Accessories Power adapter, backpack, wired USB optical mouse Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) solution Fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features System password Administrator password, power-on password
Compliant Standards - RoHS
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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