Dell Inspiron G5 (15 5500) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14API (81NB)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Dell Inspiron G5 (15 5500) 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 Inspiron G5 (15 5500) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Dell Inspiron G5 (15 5500) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high refresh rate display

robust build quality

adequate thermal management

reasonable price point

heavyweight design

average battery life

modest speaker quality

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 Inspiron G5 (15 5500) and Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14API (81NB)
74 % - Design
72 % - Display
84 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
72 % - Battery
73 % - Design
64 % - Display
72 % - Performance
73 % - Connectivity
76 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Dell Inspiron G5 (15 5500) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14API (81NB) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Dell Inspiron G5 (15 5500) Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14API (81NB)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.446 cm x 25.4 cm x 3.113 cm 32.27 cm x 23.05 cm x 1.79 cm
Weight 2.65 kg 1.69 kg
Case Material - Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS
Colour Black Abyss blue
DISPLAY Dell Inspiron G5 (15 5500) 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 72% NTSC -
Features Anti-glare, ±85° horizontal viewing angle, ±85° vertical viewing angle, Narrow Border Display, 0.18 mm pixel pitch, 72% NTSC colour gamut Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Dell Inspiron G5 (15 5500) Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14API (81NB)
CPU Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 10300H / 2.5 GHz AMD Ryzen 3 3200U / 2.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.5 GHz 3.5 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache 8 MB L3 - 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Dell Inspiron G5 (15 5500) Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14API (81NB)
RAM 8 GB (2 x 4 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 0
STORAGE Dell Inspiron G5 (15 5500) Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14API (81NB)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Dell Inspiron G5 (15 5500) Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14API (81NB)
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti AMD Radeon Vega 3
Video Memory 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM -
Camera - Yes - 720p
Resolution - 1 Megapixel
Camera Features - Privacy shutter
Sound Four 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 sound technology -
COMMUNICATIONS Dell Inspiron G5 (15 5500) Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14API (81NB)
Wireless Bluetooth, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2
Wireless Controller - M.2 Card
Network Interface 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet -
Features - Single stream (1x1)
BATTERY Dell Inspiron G5 (15 5500) Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14API (81NB)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 68 Wh 52.5 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 8 hours
AC ADAPTER Dell Inspiron G5 (15 5500) Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14API (81NB)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 240 Watt, 19.5 V, 12.31 A 65 Watt
INPUT Dell Inspiron G5 (15 5500) Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14API (81NB)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) -
Features - Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Dell Inspiron G5 (15 5500) Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14API (81NB)
Interfaces HDMI
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (PowerShare)
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (PowerShare)
LAN
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 Inspiron G5 (15 5500) Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14API (81NB)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Home in S mode - English
Software Included Microsoft Office (30 days trial), McAfee (30 days trial) Microsoft Office (30 days trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Dell Inspiron G5 (15 5500) Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14API (81NB)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security - Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Noble Wedge security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
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)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
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 Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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