Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15AST (81D6) vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 IRL (21KH)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15AST (81D6) and Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 IRL (21KH). 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.

Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15AST (81D6) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15AST (81D6) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

solid build quality

adequate port selection

decent keyboard comfort

easy to upgrade

mediocre battery life

slow HDD storage

basic display quality

limited performance capabilities

Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 IRL (21KH) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 IRL (21KH) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful intel processor

high-resolution display

solid build quality

good battery life

fast ssd storage

heavier than competitors

limited color options

noisy under load

expensive base model

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15AST (81D6) and Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 IRL (21KH)
65 % - Design
65 % - Display
45 % - Performance
65 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
85 % - Design
86 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15AST (81D6) vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 IRL (21KH) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15AST (81D6) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 IRL (21KH)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 37.8 cm x 26 cm x 2.29 cm 35.6 cm x 25.35 cm x 1.75 cm
Weight 2.2 kg 1.7 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS Aluminium (top), polycarbonate ABS (bottom)
Colour Onyx black | Platinum grey | Midnight blue Dual tone arctic grey
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15AST (81D6) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 IRL (21KH)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - TN 16" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 200 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, Low Blue Light technology
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15AST (81D6) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 IRL (21KH)
CPU AMD A9 9425 / 3.1 GHz Intel Core i5 (13th Gen) 1335U / 1.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.7 GHz 4.6 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 10-core
Cache L2 - 1 MB 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15AST (81D6) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 IRL (21KH)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 8 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 2133 MHz 5200 MHz
Rated Speed 2133 MHz 5200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty 1 2
Empty Slots 0 1
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15AST (81D6) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 IRL (21KH)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD 2.5" (7 mm) SATA 6Gb/s 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
Secondary Storage 1 TB HDD SATA 6Gb/s / 5400 rpm -
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15AST (81D6) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 IRL (21KH)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon R5 Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 3 external monitor(s)
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes Yes - 1080p
Resolution 0.3 Megapixel -
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, Windows Hello, fixed focus, hybrid FHD/IR camera
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features - Input: noise-cancellation technology
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15AST (81D6) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 IRL (21KH)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller M.2 Card M.2 Card
Network Interface 10/100 Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Intel I219-V
Features Single stream (1x1) Wake-on-LAN (WOL), dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15AST (81D6) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 IRL (21KH)
Technology Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 30 Wh 45 Wh
Battery Life Up to 4 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15AST (81D6) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 IRL (21KH)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15AST (81D6) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 IRL (21KH)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15AST (81D6) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 IRL (21KH)
Slots - 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0 x4) (1 free)
Interfaces USB 2.0
USB 3.1 Gen 1
LAN
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI (4K support)
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
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 330-15AST (81D6) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 IRL (21KH)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English Windows 11 Pro - English
Software Included Microsoft Office (30 days trial) Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15AST (81D6) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 IRL (21KH)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington nano 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-810H tested, Rapid Charge Pro, self-healing BIOS
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 6, FSC, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 26, TCO Certified 9.0
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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