Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) vs. ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) and ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA). 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 330-15IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) Review

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

affordable price

decent build quality

solid keyboard layout

adequate port selection

supports casual use

mediocre battery life

low-resolution display

limited performance capacity

slow hard drive speed

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) and ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA)
71 % - Design
66 % - Display
45 % - Performance
65 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) vs. ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 37.8 cm x 26 cm x 2.29 cm 32.24 cm x 21 cm x 1.77 cm
Weight 2.2 kg 1.4 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS -
Colour Onyx black Transparent silver
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - TN 14"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 200 cd/m² 200 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, NanoEdge display
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA)
CPU Intel Celeron N4000 / 1.1 GHz Intel Core i3 (7th Gen) 7020U / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.6 GHz -
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache 4 MB 3 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA)
RAM 4 GB (1 x 4 GB) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 8 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR3 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz -
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 2133 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD 2.5" SATA 6Gb/s 128 GB SSD M.2 SATA 6Gb/s
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 600 Intel HD Graphics 620
Camera Yes Yes - HD
Resolution 0.3 Megapixel -
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, array microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio -
Audio Features - ASUS SonicMaster
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA)
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 -
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA)
Technology Lithium Ion 2-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 35 Wh 38 Wh
Battery Life Up to 6 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA)
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 330-15IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Features Multi-touch touchpad -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA)
Interfaces USB 2.0
USB 3.1 Gen 1
LAN
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 2.0
HDMI
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - Danish / English / Finnish / Norwegian / Swedish Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition in S mode
Software Included Microsoft Office (30 days trial) -
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA)
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 -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password System password, ASUS Battery Health charging technology
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 -
SAR Value - 0.286 W/kg (body), 0.286 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return
Limited warranty - battery - 1 year
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Model Number 15IGM 81D1 EK019T
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