Lenovo IdeaPad 310-15ISK (80SM) vs. ASUS X515EA (BQ959W)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad 310-15ISK (80SM) and ASUS X515EA (BQ959W). With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare dimensions, performance, storage, functions, but also other key features of both laptops and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the laptop that best fits your needs and expectations.

Lenovo IdeaPad 310-15ISK (80SM) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 310-15ISK (80SM) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

decent processor speed

ample connectivity options

responsive touchpad

lightweight design

average battery life

mediocre display quality

limited graphics performance

standard storage capacity

ASUS X515EA (BQ959W) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS X515EA (BQ959W) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price point

lightweight design

solid state drive included

decent battery life

full hd display

average processor speed

limited graphics performance

no backlit keyboard

fewer usb ports

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad 310-15ISK (80SM) and ASUS X515EA (BQ959W)
69 % - Design
64 % - Display
65 % - Performance
71 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
74 % - Design
75 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad 310-15ISK (80SM) vs. ASUS X515EA (BQ959W) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 310-15ISK (80SM) ASUS X515EA (BQ959W)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 37.9 cm x 26 cm x 2.29 cm 36 cm x 23.5 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 2.2 kg 1.8 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS Plastic
Colour Ebony black Transparent silver (LCD cover), transparent silver (top), slate grey (bottom)
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad 310-15ISK (80SM) ASUS X515EA (BQ959W)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - TN 15.6"
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 200 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features Glare Anti-glare, IPS-level, 83% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad 310-15ISK (80SM) ASUS X515EA (BQ959W)
CPU Intel Core i3 (6th Gen) 6100U / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 4.2 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 3 MB 8 MB
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad 310-15ISK (80SM) ASUS X515EA (BQ959W)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB
Max RAM Supported 12 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2133 MHz -
Rated Speed 2133 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad 310-15ISK (80SM) ASUS X515EA (BQ959W)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD 2.5" SATA - SK Hynix 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
Optical Drive DVD-Writer -
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad 310-15ISK (80SM) ASUS X515EA (BQ959W)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 520 Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes Yes - VGA
Resolution 0.3 Megapixel -
Camera Features Fixed focus -
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Speakers, microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Advanced Audio v2 -
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 310-15ISK (80SM) ASUS X515EA (BQ959W)
Wireless Bluetooth 4.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 3165 - M.2 Card -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features - Single stream (1x1)
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad 310-15ISK (80SM) ASUS X515EA (BQ959W)
Technology 2-cell lithium polymer 2-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 30 Wh 37 Wh
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad 310-15ISK (80SM) ASUS X515EA (BQ959W)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 20 V, 2.25 A 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad 310-15ISK (80SM) ASUS X515EA (BQ959W)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad Chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 310-15ISK (80SM) ASUS X515EA (BQ959W)
Interfaces USB 3.0
2 x USB 2.0
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
VGA
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
HDMI
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad 310-15ISK (80SM) ASUS X515EA (BQ959W)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English Windows 11 Home
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad 310-15ISK (80SM) ASUS X515EA (BQ959W)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security - Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) solution
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 -
Compliant Standards RoHS -
Repairability Index - 6.2 (out of 10)
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