Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 130) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4)

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Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4)
Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4)

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In depth comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 130) and Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4). 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 130-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 130) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 130) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

adequate processor performance

simple design

decent keyboard layout

lightweight build

low-resolution display

limited storage capacity

average battery life

no backlit keyboard

Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

impressive battery life

solid performance

good security features

heavier than competitors

average display brightness

limited graphics power

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 130) and Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4)
69 % - Design
66 % - Display
45 % - Performance
65 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 130) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 130) Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 37.56 cm x 25.34 cm x 2.27 cm 36.58 cm x 24.8 cm x 1.91 cm
Weight 2.1 kg 1.75 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS Glass-fibre, polyphenylene sulfide, polyamide
Colour Black Black
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 130) Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) -
Widescreen Yes -
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 -
Image Brightness 200 cd/m² -
Features Anti-glare -
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 130) Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4)
CPU AMD A4 9125 / 2.3 GHz No CPU
Max Turbo Speed 2.6 GHz -
Number of Cores Dual-Core -
Cache 1 MB -
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 130) Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4)
RAM 4 GB (1 x 4 GB) 0 GB
Max RAM Supported 8 GB 48 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2133 MHz -
Rated Speed 1866 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 1
Empty Slots 0 1
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 130) Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 500 GB HDD SATA 6Gb/s / 5400 rpm -
Optical Drive DVD-Writer - tray -
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 130) Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon R3 -
Camera Yes -
Resolution 0.3 Megapixel -
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 130) Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 -
Wireless Controller M.2 Card -
Network Interface 10/100 Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 130) Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4)
Technology 2-cell Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 30 Wh 57 Wh
Battery Life Up to 5 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 130) Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt -
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 130) Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 130) Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4)
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode)
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 130) Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English No operating system
Software Included Lenovo Companion, McAfee LiveSafe (30 days trial), Lenovo App Explorer, Lenovo Vantage -
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 130) Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4)
Dockable - Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security - Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Gold
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return -
Model Number 15AST 81H5 -
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