Lenovo IdeaPad 330-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) vs. ASUS 15 (M509DA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad 330-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) and ASUS 15 (M509DA). 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 IdeaPad 330-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 330-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

compact design

solid build quality

adequate connectivity options

decent keyboard feel

mediocre battery life

low-resolution display

limited performance

slow HDD storage

ASUS 15 (M509DA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS 15 (M509DA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

solid build quality

adequate performance

decent battery life

average display quality

limited upgrade options

no backlit keyboard

mediocre sound output

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad 330-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) and ASUS 15 (M509DA)
72 % - Design
66 % - Display
45 % - Performance
65 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
75 % - Design
66 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad 330-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) vs. ASUS 15 (M509DA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 330-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) ASUS 15 (M509DA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 33.83 cm x 24.99 cm x 2.27 cm 36.02 cm x 23.49 cm x 2.29 cm
Weight 2.1 kg 1.8 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS -
Colour Onyx black | Platinum grey Transparent silver
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad 330-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) ASUS 15 (M509DA)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
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 -
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, NanoEdge display
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad 330-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) ASUS 15 (M509DA)
CPU Intel Pentium Silver N5000 / 1.1 GHz AMD Athlon Silver 3050U / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.7 GHz 3.2 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache 4 MB L2 - 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad 330-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) ASUS 15 (M509DA)
RAM 4 GB (1 x 4 GB) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 8 GB 12 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz -
Rated Speed 2400 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 1
Empty Slots 0 1
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad 330-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) ASUS 15 (M509DA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB HDD SATA 6Gb/s / 5400 rpm 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x2
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad 330-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) ASUS 15 (M509DA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 605 AMD Radeon Graphics
Camera Yes Yes - VGA
Resolution 0.3 Megapixel -
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Speaker, microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio -
Audio Features - ASUS SonicMaster
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 330-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) ASUS 15 (M509DA)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller M.2 Card -
Network Interface 10/100 Ethernet -
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad 330-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) ASUS 15 (M509DA)
Technology Lithium Ion 2-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 30 Wh 32 Wh
Battery Life Up to 5.5 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad 330-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) ASUS 15 (M509DA)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad 330-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) ASUS 15 (M509DA)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Features Multi-touch touchpad Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 330-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) ASUS 15 (M509DA)
Interfaces USB 2.0
USB 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC)
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad 330-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) ASUS 15 (M509DA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English No operating system
Software Included Lenovo Settings, McAfee LiveSafe (30 days trial), Lenovo ID, Lenovo App Explorer -
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad 330-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) ASUS 15 (M509DA)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip 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
Compliant Standards RoHS UL, C-Tick, BSMI, CB, CCC, FCC, A-Tick, GOST-R
SAR Value - 0.13 W/kg (body), 0.13 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return -
Model Number 14IGM 81D0 EJ381
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