Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad L480

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) and Lenovo ThinkPad L480. 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 L480 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad L480 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

good battery life

effective security features

affordable price point

mediocre display quality

average processor speed

limited graphics performance

no thunderbolt support

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) and Lenovo ThinkPad L480
69 % - Design
64 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad L480 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) Lenovo ThinkPad L480
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 41.8 cm x 29.26 cm x 2.49 cm 33.5 cm x 23.5 cm x 2.25 cm
Weight 2.8 kg 1.68 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS Polycarbonate ABS
Colour Onyx black Black
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) Lenovo ThinkPad L480
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" - TN 14"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1600 x 900 (HD+) 1366 x 768 (HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 200 cd/m² 220 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 72% -
Features Glare Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) Lenovo ThinkPad L480
CPU Intel Core i3 (7th Gen) 7100U / 2.4 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 -
Features Integrated memory controller Hyper-Threading Technology, integrated memory controller, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) Lenovo ThinkPad L480
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 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 -
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) Lenovo ThinkPad L480
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB HDD SATA 6Gb/s / 5400 rpm 128 GB SSD
Optical Drive DVD-Writer - tray -
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) Lenovo ThinkPad L480
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 620 Intel UHD Graphics 620
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
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 320-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) Lenovo ThinkPad L480
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 Wi-Fi
Wireless Controller Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 3165 - M.2 Card -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) Lenovo ThinkPad L480
Technology 2-cell Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 30 Wh -
Battery Life Up to 6 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) Lenovo ThinkPad L480
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 20 V, 2.25 A -
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) Lenovo ThinkPad L480
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Features Multi-touch touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) Lenovo ThinkPad L480
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1/USB 3.0
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
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 320-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) Lenovo ThinkPad L480
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR))
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) Lenovo ThinkPad L480
Dockable - Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security - Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) 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 Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards RoHS ISO 9001, ISO 14001, RoHS, ISO 27001
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
Model Number 17IKB 80XM -
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