Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15ISK (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad L480 (20LT)

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Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15ISK (Lenovo IdeaPad 320)
Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15ISK (Lenovo IdeaPad 320)
Lenovo ThinkPad L480 (20LT)
Lenovo ThinkPad L480 (20LT)

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15ISK (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) and Lenovo ThinkPad L480 (20LT). 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.

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Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15ISK (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) and Lenovo ThinkPad L480 (20LT)

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Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15ISK (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad L480 (20LT) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15ISK (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) Lenovo ThinkPad L480 (20LT)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 37.8 cm x 26 cm x 2.29 cm 33.5 cm x 23.5 cm x 2.25 cm
Weight 2.2 kg 1.68 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS Polycarbonate ABS
Colour Platinum grey | Onyx black Black
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15ISK (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) Lenovo ThinkPad L480 (20LT)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - TN 14" - TN
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1366 x 768 (HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 200 cd/m² 220 cd/m²
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15ISK (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) Lenovo ThinkPad L480 (20LT)
CPU Intel Core i3 (6th Gen) 6006U / 2 GHz Intel Core i3 (8th Gen) 8130U / 2.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 3.4 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache 3 MB 4 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 320-15ISK (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) Lenovo ThinkPad L480 (20LT)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (1 x 4 GB)
Max RAM Supported 16 GB 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2133 MHz 2400 MHz
Rated Speed 2133 MHz 2400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 2
Empty Slots 1 1
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15ISK (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) Lenovo ThinkPad L480 (20LT)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB HDD SATA 6Gb/s / 5400 rpm - Seagate 128 GB SSD 2.5" (7 mm) SATA 6Gb/s - Samsung
Optical Drive DVD-Writer - tray -
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15ISK (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) Lenovo ThinkPad L480 (20LT)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 520 Intel UHD Graphics 620
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Resolution 1 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
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15ISK (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) Lenovo ThinkPad L480 (20LT)
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 3165 - M.2 Card Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8265 - M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
WWAN
Generation - 4G
Technology - LTE
Controller - FIBOCOM L830-EB - M.2 Card
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15ISK (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) Lenovo ThinkPad L480 (20LT)
Technology 2-cell Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 30 Wh 45 Wh
Battery Life Up to 6 hours Up to 12.2 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15ISK (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) Lenovo ThinkPad L480 (20LT)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 20 V, 2.25 A 45 Watt, 5 / 9 / 15 / 20 V
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15ISK (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) Lenovo ThinkPad L480 (20LT)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Features Multi-touch touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15ISK (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) Lenovo ThinkPad L480 (20LT)
Slots - 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1/USB 3.0
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
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 320-15ISK (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) Lenovo ThinkPad L480 (20LT)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition FreeDOS
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15ISK (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) Lenovo ThinkPad L480 (20LT)
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 RoHS RoHS
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
Model Number 15ISK 80XH -
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