Dell G15 (5515 Ryzen Edition) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (81XC)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Dell G15 (5515 Ryzen Edition) and Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (81XC). 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 (5515 Ryzen Edition) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Dell G15 (5515 Ryzen Edition) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful AMD processor

affordable gaming option

robust thermal management

expandable storage options

decent battery life

heavy build

dim display brightness

basic audio quality

no Thunderbolt support

Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (81XC) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (81XC) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

slim, lightweight design

sharp, vibrant display

fast processing speed

good battery life

quiet operation

limited port selection

no optical drive

average graphics performance

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Dell G15 (5515 Ryzen Edition) and Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (81XC)
74 % - Design
64 % - Display
80 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
72 % - Battery
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
72 % - Performance
78 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Dell G15 (5515 Ryzen Edition) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (81XC) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Dell G15 (5515 Ryzen Edition) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (81XC)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.72 cm x 27.21 cm x 2.49 cm 29.69 cm x 20.86 cm x 1.595 cm
Weight 2.81 kg 1.25 kg
Case Material - Aluminum, glass
Colour Grey Light silver
DISPLAY Dell G15 (5515 Ryzen Edition) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (81XC)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 13.3" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 2560 x 1600 (WQHD)
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 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 100% sRGB, 72% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, Wide Viewing Angle, ±80° horizontal viewing angle, ±80° vertical viewing angle, 120 Hz refresh rate, Narrow Border Display, 35 ms response rate, 0.17925 mm pixel pitch Glossy, 72% NTSC colour gamut
PROCESSOR Dell G15 (5515 Ryzen Edition) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (81XC)
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 5600H / 3.3 GHz AMD Ryzen 7 3750H / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 4 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core Quad-Core
Cache L3 - 16 MB L3 - 4 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Dell G15 (5515 Ryzen Edition) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (81XC)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 2400 MHz
Rated Speed 3200 MHz 2400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE Dell G15 (5515 Ryzen Edition) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (81XC)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Dell G15 (5515 Ryzen Edition) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (81XC)
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 AMD Radeon RX Vega 10
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM -
Camera Yes - HD Yes - 720p
Resolution 0.92 Megapixel 1 Megapixel
Camera Features 78.6 degrees, RGB camera IR camera, fixed focus, ToF sensor
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 (5515 Ryzen Edition) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (81XC)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller Killer Wi-Fi 6 AX1650x - M.2 2230 M.2 Card
Network Interface 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet -
Ethernet Controller Realtek RTL8125BG -
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Dell G15 (5515 Ryzen Edition) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (81XC)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 56 Wh 56 Wh
Battery Life Up to 6.17 hours Up to 14.7 hours
AC ADAPTER Dell G15 (5515 Ryzen Edition) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (81XC)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 19.5 V 65 Watt
INPUT Dell G15 (5515 Ryzen Edition) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (81XC)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features - Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Dell G15 (5515 Ryzen Edition) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (81XC)
Interfaces LAN
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (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 (Always On)
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
SOFTWARE Dell G15 (5515 Ryzen Edition) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (81XC)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English
Software Included Microsoft Office 2013 (Trial), McAfee LiveSafe (30 days trial) Microsoft Office (30 days trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Dell G15 (5515 Ryzen Edition) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (81XC)
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 - 0.599 W/kg (body), 0.599 W/kg (limb)
Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) - 0.599 W/kg (body)
0.599 W/kg (limb)
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 0 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 10 - 90% (non-condensing) -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 15 months Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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