Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) vs. ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712FA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) and ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712FA). 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 (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) Review

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

affordable price

solid build quality

adequate port selection

easy to upgrade

decent keyboard

mediocre battery life

low-resolution display

sluggish performance

limited graphics power

ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712FA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712FA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

large display

affordable price

lightweight design

solid build quality

intuitive interface

average battery life

moderate performance

no backlit keyboard

limited graphics power

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) and ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712FA)
66 % - Design
64 % - Display
45 % - Performance
63 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
73 % - Design
75 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) vs. ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712FA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712FA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 37.8 cm x 26 cm x 2.29 cm 40.69 cm x 25.6 cm x 2.14 cm
Weight 2.2 kg 2.3 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS -
Colour Platinum grey Transparent silver
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712FA)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - TN 17.3"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 200 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence Technology, anti-glare, 178° horizontal and vertical viewing angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712FA)
CPU AMD A9 9425 / 3.1 GHz Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8265U / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.7 GHz 3.9 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache L2 - 1 MB 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712FA)
RAM 4 GB (1 x 4 GB) 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered))
Max RAM Supported 8 GB 12 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2133 MHz 2400 MHz
Rated Speed 2133 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 1
Empty Slots 0 0
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712FA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB HDD SATA 6Gb/s / 5400 rpm 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712FA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon R5 Intel UHD Graphics 620
Camera Yes Yes - HD
Resolution 0.3 Megapixel -
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio -
Audio Features - ASUS SonicMaster
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712FA)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2
Wireless Controller M.2 Card -
Network Interface 10/100 Ethernet -
Features Single stream (1x1) -
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712FA)
Technology Lithium Ion 2-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 30 Wh 32 Wh
Battery Life Up to 4 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712FA)
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 330-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712FA)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712FA)
Interfaces USB 2.0
USB 3.1 Gen 1
LAN
HDMI
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 (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712FA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition
Software Included Microsoft Office (30 days trial) ASUS Live Update, Microsoft 365 (30 days trial), ASUS GiftBox
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712FA)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
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 ASUS Battery Health charging technology, ErgoLift
Compliant Standards RoHS -
SAR Value - 0.297 W/kg (body), 0.297 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Silver -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return -
Model Number 15AST 81D6 AU358T
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