Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IKB (81DC) vs. ASUS VivoBook 16X (K3605ZV)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IKB (81DC) and ASUS VivoBook 16X (K3605ZV). 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 330-15IKB (81DC) Review

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

affordable price

solid build quality

adequate processor performance

decent keyboard comfort

sufficient connectivity options

average battery life

dim display brightness

limited graphics capability

no SSD in base model

ASUS VivoBook 16X (K3605ZV) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 16X (K3605ZV) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

impressive color accuracy

solid build quality

responsive fingerprint sensor

efficient cooling system

competitive price point

average battery life

no thunderbolt support

limited upgrade options

mediocre webcam quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IKB (81DC) and ASUS VivoBook 16X (K3605ZV)
72 % - Design
64 % - Display
65 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
84 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IKB (81DC) vs. ASUS VivoBook 16X (K3605ZV) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IKB (81DC) ASUS VivoBook 16X (K3605ZV)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 37.8 cm x 26 cm x 2.29 cm 35.86 cm x 24.91 cm x 1.89 cm
Weight 2.2 kg 1.8 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS Aluminum, plastic
Colour Platinum grey Cool silver
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IKB (81DC) ASUS VivoBook 16X (K3605ZV)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - TN 16"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 120 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 200 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, IPS-level, 85% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IKB (81DC) ASUS VivoBook 16X (K3605ZV)
CPU Intel Core i5 (7th Gen) 7200U / 2.5 GHz Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 12650H
Max Turbo Speed 3.1 GHz 4.7 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 10-core
Cache 3 MB L3 - 24 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IKB (81DC) ASUS VivoBook 16X (K3605ZV)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 20 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2133 MHz -
Rated Speed 2133 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 1
Empty Slots 1 1
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IKB (81DC) ASUS VivoBook 16X (K3605ZV)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB HDD SATA 6Gb/s / 5400 rpm 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IKB (81DC) ASUS VivoBook 16X (K3605ZV)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 620 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 / Intel UHD Graphics
Video Memory - 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Camera Yes Yes - 720p
Resolution 0.3 Megapixel -
Camera Features - Privacy shutter
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Dual speakers, array microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio -
Audio Features - Output: ASUS SonicMaster, Audio by Dirac, Asus Audio Booster; Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IKB (81DC) ASUS VivoBook 16X (K3605ZV)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3
Wireless Controller M.2 Card -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features Single stream (1x1) Single stream (1x1)
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IKB (81DC) ASUS VivoBook 16X (K3605ZV)
Technology Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 35 Wh 70 Wh
Battery Life Up to 6 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IKB (81DC) ASUS VivoBook 16X (K3605ZV)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt 120 Watt, 20 V, 6 A
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IKB (81DC) ASUS VivoBook 16X (K3605ZV)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad Chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance, ASUS ErgoSense
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IKB (81DC) ASUS VivoBook 16X (K3605ZV)
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI 2.1
Thunderbolt 4 (supports DisplayPort) (Power Delivery)
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) Yes (SD 4.0 card reader)
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IKB (81DC) ASUS VivoBook 16X (K3605ZV)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English Windows 11 Home
Software Included Microsoft Office (30 days trial) McAfee LiveSafe (30 days trial), MyASUS, ScreenXpert, ProArt Creator Hub, Microsoft 365 (1 month trial), GlideX
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IKB (81DC) ASUS VivoBook 16X (K3605ZV)
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 -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password ASUS IceCool design, MIL-STD-810H tested, BIOS protection, ASUS Antimicrobial Guard
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 RoHS, REACH, TUV Rheinland, Energy Star 8.0
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return -
Model Number - N1045W
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