Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) and Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340). Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

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 IdeaPad S340-15IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

comfortable keyboard

decent battery life

full hd display

average build quality

moderate performance

no thunderbolt support

limited graphics power

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) and Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340)
66 % - Design
64 % - Display
45 % - Performance
63 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
71 % - Design
64 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
72 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 37.8 cm x 26 cm x 2.29 cm 35.8 cm x 24.5 cm x 1.79 cm
Weight 2.2 kg 1.79 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS
Colour Platinum grey Platinum grey | Abyss blue
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - TN 15.6" - TN
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 220 cd/m²
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340)
CPU AMD A9 9425 / 3.1 GHz Intel Core i3 (8th Gen) 8145U / 2.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.7 GHz 3.9 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 IdeaPad S340-15IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340)
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 2133 MHz 2400 MHz
Rated Speed 2133 MHz 2400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 1
Empty Slots 0 1
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB HDD SATA 6Gb/s / 5400 rpm 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon R5 Intel UHD Graphics 620
Camera Yes Yes - 720p
Resolution 0.3 Megapixel 1 Megapixel
Camera Features - Privacy shutter
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2
Wireless Controller M.2 Card M.2 Card
Network Interface 10/100 Ethernet -
Features Single stream (1x1) Single stream (1x1)
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340)
Technology Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 30 Wh 36 Wh
Battery Life Up to 4 hours Up to 10 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340)
Interfaces USB 2.0
USB 3.1 Gen 1
LAN
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
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 (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Home in S mode - English
Software Included Microsoft Office (30 days trial) Microsoft Office (30 days trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection 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
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
SAR Value - 0.847 W/kg (limb), 0.847 W/kg (body)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Silver -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number 15AST 81D6 15IWL 81N8
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