Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15IGL7 (82V7) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (81XC)

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Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15IGL7 (82V7)
Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15IGL7 (82V7)

Our Rating: 72 %

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15IGL7 (82V7) and Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (81XC). Compare sizes, performance, storage capacities, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right laptop for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the laptop that will best fit your needs.

Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15IGL7 (82V7) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15IGL7 (82V7) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

decent battery life

solid build quality

adequate connectivity options

mediocre display quality

limited storage capacity

basic graphics performance

slower processor speed

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 Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15IGL7 (82V7) and Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (81XC)
74 % - Design
66 % - Display
45 % - Performance
65 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
72 % - Performance
78 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15IGL7 (82V7) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (81XC) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15IGL7 (82V7) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (81XC)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.02 cm x 23.6 cm x 1.79 cm 29.69 cm x 20.86 cm x 1.595 cm
Weight 1.54 kg 1.25 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS (bottom), polycarbonate ABS (top) Aluminum, glass
Colour Cloud grey Light silver
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15IGL7 (82V7) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (81XC)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - TN 13.3" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 2560 x 1600 (WQHD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 220 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 100% sRGB, 72% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, 90° viewing angle Glossy, 72% NTSC colour gamut
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15IGL7 (82V7) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (81XC)
CPU Intel Celeron N4120 / 1.1 GHz AMD Ryzen 7 3750H / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.6 GHz 4 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 4 MB L3 - 4 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15IGL7 (82V7) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (81XC)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 2400 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 2400 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15IGL7 (82V7) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (81XC)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB eMMC - eMMC 5.1 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15IGL7 (82V7) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (81XC)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 600 AMD Radeon RX Vega 10
Max Monitors Supported 1 external monitor(s) -
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Resolution - 1 Megapixel
Camera Features Privacy shutter, fixed focus IR camera, fixed focus, ToF sensor
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15IGL7 (82V7) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (81XC)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller M.2 Card M.2 Card
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15IGL7 (82V7) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (81XC)
Technology Lithium polymer Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 42 Wh 56 Wh
Battery Life Up to 11 hours Up to 14.7 hours
Battery Run Time Local video (1080p) playback time (150 nits): up to 11 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15IGL7 (82V7) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (81XC)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15IGL7 (82V7) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (81XC)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15IGL7 (82V7) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (81XC)
Interfaces USB 2.0
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (data only)
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
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15IGL7 (82V7) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (81XC)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home in S mode - English Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English
Software Included Microsoft 365 Personal Microsoft Office (30 days trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15IGL7 (82V7) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (81XC)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Features Administrator password, power-on password, Rapid Charge Boost Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
SAR Value - 0.599 W/kg (body), 0.599 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) - 0.599 W/kg (body)
0.599 W/kg (limb)
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 8 - 95% -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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