Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) vs. ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712JA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) and ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712JA). 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.

ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712JA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712JA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

large display

affordable price

ample storage options

decent build quality

comprehensive connectivity

average battery life

mediocre graphics performance

dim display brightness

slow processor speed

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) and ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712JA)
75 % - Design
66 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) vs. ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712JA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712JA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 41.8 cm x 29.26 cm x 2.49 cm 40.69 cm x 25.6 cm x 2.14 cm
Weight 2.8 kg 2.3 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS Plastic
Colour Onyx black Transparent silver
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712JA)
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" - TN 17.3"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1600 x 900 (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 72% 45% NTSC
Features Glare Anti-glare, 178° horizontal and vertical viewing angle, IPS-level
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712JA)
CPU Intel Core i3 (7th Gen) 7100U / 2.4 GHz Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 1035G1 / 1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 3.6 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 3 MB 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712JA)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered))
Max RAM Supported 16 GB 16 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2133 MHz 2666 MHz
Rated Speed 2133 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 1
Empty Slots 1 0
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712JA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB HDD SATA 6Gb/s / 5400 rpm 128 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe)
Secondary Storage - 1 TB HDD SATA / 5400 rpm
Optical Drive DVD-Writer - tray -
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712JA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 620 Intel UHD Graphics
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, array microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio -
Audio Features - ASUS SonicMaster, ASUS Bang & Olufsen ICEpower
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712JA)
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 -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712JA)
Technology 2-cell Lithium Ion 2-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 30 Wh 32 Wh
Battery Life Up to 6 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712JA)
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, 19 V, 2.37 A
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712JA)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad Chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712JA)
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1/USB 3.0
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 2.0
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC)
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712JA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Home
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712JA)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security - Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington mini 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 System password, ASUS Battery Health charging technology, ErgoLift
Compliant Standards RoHS -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Model Number 17IKB 80XM AU332T
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