Lenovo IdeaPad 320-14AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T480

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad 320-14AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) and Lenovo ThinkPad T480. 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 ThinkPad T480 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T480 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

impressive battery life

good security features

reliable performance

mediocre display quality

heavier than competitors

limited graphics power

outdated aesthetic design

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad 320-14AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) and Lenovo ThinkPad T480
86 % - Design
66 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad 320-14AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T480 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 320-14AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) Lenovo ThinkPad T480
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 33.83 cm x 24.99 cm x 2.27 cm 33.66 cm x 23.25 cm x 1.995 cm
Weight 2.1 kg 1.65 kg
Case Material - Glass-fibre reinforced plastic, polyphenylene sulfide
Colour Denim blue | Blizzard white Black
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad 320-14AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) Lenovo ThinkPad T480
Screen Size (Type) 14" 14" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad 320-14AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) Lenovo ThinkPad T480
CPU AMD A6 9220 / 2.5 GHz Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8350U / 1.7 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.9 GHz 3.6 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache L2 - 1 MB 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Hyper-Threading Technology, integrated memory controller, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad 320-14AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) Lenovo ThinkPad T480
RAM 4 GB (1 x 4 GB) 8 GB
Max RAM Supported 8 GB 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2133 MHz 2400 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 2400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 2
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad 320-14AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) Lenovo ThinkPad T480
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB HDD SATA 6Gb/s 240 GB SSD
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad 320-14AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) Lenovo ThinkPad T480
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon R4 Intel UHD Graphics 620
Camera Yes Yes - 720p
Resolution 0.3 Megapixel -
Camera Features - ThinkShutter camera privacy
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards Dolby Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 320-14AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) Lenovo ThinkPad T480
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller - Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8265 - M.2 Card
Network Interface 10/100 Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad 320-14AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) Lenovo ThinkPad T480
Technology 2-cell Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Installed Qty - 2
Battery Capacity (Size) 30 Wh 24 Wh
Battery Life Up to 5 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad 320-14AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) Lenovo ThinkPad T480
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 20 V, 2.25 A 65 Watt, 20 V, 3.25 A
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad 320-14AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) Lenovo ThinkPad T480
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Features - Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 320-14AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) Lenovo ThinkPad T480
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 2.0
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
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) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad 320-14AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) Lenovo ThinkPad T480
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad 320-14AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) Lenovo ThinkPad T480
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, MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards - ISO 14001, RoHS, ISO 27001, ISO 90001
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return
Model Number 14AST 80XU -
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