Dell G15 (5511) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14API (81NB)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Dell G15 (5511) and Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14API (81NB). 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.

Dell G15 (5511) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Dell G15 (5511) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

strong gaming performance

efficient thermal management

reasonable price point

robust build quality

upgradable memory options

heavyweight design

mediocre battery life

dim display

limited port selection

Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14API (81NB) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14API (81NB) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

comfortable keyboard

decent battery life

solid performance

average display quality

limited port selection

no backlit keyboard

mediocre sound output

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Dell G15 (5511) and Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14API (81NB)
73 % - Design
66 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
73 % - Design
64 % - Display
72 % - Performance
73 % - Connectivity
76 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Dell G15 (5511) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14API (81NB) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Dell G15 (5511) Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14API (81NB)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.726 cm x 27.211 cm x 2.533 cm 32.27 cm x 23.05 cm x 1.79 cm
Weight 2.81 kg 1.69 kg
Case Material - Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS
Colour Dark shadow grey Abyss blue
DISPLAY Dell G15 (5511) Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14API (81NB)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 14" - TN
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Pixel Density (ppi) 141 -
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 120 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, Wide Viewing Angle, ±80° horizontal viewing angle, ±80° vertical viewing angle, Narrow Border Display, 35 ms response rate, 0.17925 mm pixel pitch Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Dell G15 (5511) Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14API (81NB)
CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 11400H AMD Ryzen 3 3200U / 2.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.5 GHz 3.5 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core Dual-Core
Cache 12 MB L3 - 4 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
Chipset Intel HM570 -
Features Intel Smart Cache Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Dell G15 (5511) Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14API (81NB)
RAM 8 GB 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered))
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 12 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2933 MHz 2400 MHz
Rated Speed 2933 MHz 2400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 1
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE Dell G15 (5511) Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14API (81NB)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Dell G15 (5511) Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14API (81NB)
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 AMD Radeon Vega 3
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM -
Camera Yes - HD Yes - 720p
Resolution 0.92 Megapixel 1 Megapixel
Camera Features 78.6 degrees, RGB camera Privacy shutter
Image Sensor Type CMOS -
Video Resolutions 1280 x 720 -
Frame Rate 30 frames per second -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3254 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features Nahimic 3D audio -
COMMUNICATIONS Dell G15 (5511) Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14API (81NB)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 - M.2 2230 M.2 Card
Network Interface 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet -
Ethernet Controller Realtek RTL8125BGS -
Features - Single stream (1x1)
BATTERY Dell G15 (5511) Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14API (81NB)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 56 Wh 52.5 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 8 hours
AC ADAPTER Dell G15 (5511) Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14API (81NB)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 180 Watt, 19.5 V, 9.23 A 65 Watt
INPUT Dell G15 (5511) Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14API (81NB)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features - Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Dell G15 (5511) Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14API (81NB)
Interfaces LAN
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode)
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (PowerShare)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
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 - 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE Dell G15 (5511) Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14API (81NB)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Windows 10 Home in S mode - English
Software Included McAfee LiveSafe (12 months subscription), Microsoft Office (30 days trial, excludes office licence) Microsoft Office (30 days trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Dell G15 (5511) Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14API (81NB)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security - Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Features - Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge
Compliant Standards - RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
SAR Value - 1.084 W/kg (body), 1.084 W/kg (limb)
Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) - 1.084 W/kg (body)
1.084 W/kg (limb)
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 0 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 10 - 90% (non-condensing) -
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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