Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) vs. Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) and Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8). 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 330-15AST (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

Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

rugged design

compact and lightweight

decent battery life

efficient for basic tasks

limited storage capacity

low-resolution display

modest performance

fewer connectivity options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) and Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8)
66 % - Design
64 % - Display
45 % - Performance
63 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
74 % - Design
64 % - Display
45 % - Performance
65 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) vs. Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 37.8 cm x 26 cm x 2.29 cm 29 cm x 20.4 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 2.2 kg 1.13 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS Polycarbonate ABS
Colour Platinum grey Black
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - TN 11.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1366 x 768 (HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 200 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8)
CPU AMD A9 9425 / 3.1 GHz Intel Celeron N4000 / 1.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.7 GHz 2.6 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache L2 - 1 MB 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8)
RAM 4 GB (1 x 4 GB) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 8 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2133 MHz 2133 MHz
Rated Speed 2133 MHz 2400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB HDD SATA 6Gb/s / 5400 rpm 64 GB eMMC
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon R5 Intel UHD Graphics 600
Camera Yes Yes - 720p
Resolution 0.3 Megapixel -
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio -
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller M.2 Card Intel Wireless-AC 9560 - M.2 Card
Network Interface 10/100 Ethernet -
Features Single stream (1x1) -
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8)
Technology Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 30 Wh 42 Wh
Battery Life Up to 4 hours Up to 10 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt 45 Watt
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Features Multi-touch touchpad Spill-resistant
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8)
Interfaces USB 2.0
USB 3.1 Gen 1
LAN
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 3.0 (Power Delivery)
USB 3.0
USB 3.0 (Always On)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Pro National Academic
Software Included Microsoft Office (30 days trial) -
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
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 Administrator password, power-on password
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS
SAR Value - 0.08 W/kg (body), 0.08 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Silver -
TCO Certified - TCO Certified Notebooks 8
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number 15AST 81D6 -
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