Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IKB (81DC) vs. ASUS VivoBook S 15 (S5504VA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IKB (81DC) and ASUS VivoBook S 15 (S5504VA). 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 S 15 (S5504VA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook S 15 (S5504VA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight design

affordable price

fast SSD storage

vivid display colors

decent processor speed

average battery life

limited upgrade options

modest graphics performance

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IKB (81DC) and ASUS VivoBook S 15 (S5504VA)
72 % - Design
64 % - Display
65 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
86 % - Design
83 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IKB (81DC) vs. ASUS VivoBook S 15 (S5504VA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IKB (81DC) ASUS VivoBook S 15 (S5504VA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 37.8 cm x 26 cm x 2.29 cm 35.93 cm x 22.94 cm x 1.79 cm
Weight 2.2 kg 1.7 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS Aluminum, plastic
Colour Platinum grey Cool silver
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IKB (81DC) ASUS VivoBook S 15 (S5504VA)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - TN 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 200 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IKB (81DC) ASUS VivoBook S 15 (S5504VA)
CPU Intel Core i5 (7th Gen) 7200U / 2.5 GHz Intel Core i5 (13th Gen) 13500H
Max Turbo Speed 3.1 GHz 4.7 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 12-core
Cache 3 MB L3 - 18 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Platform Technology - Intel Evo
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IKB (81DC) ASUS VivoBook S 15 (S5504VA)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 20 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 2133 MHz -
Rated Speed 2133 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IKB (81DC) ASUS VivoBook S 15 (S5504VA)
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 S 15 (S5504VA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 620 Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Camera Yes Yes - 1080p
Resolution 0.3 Megapixel -
Camera Features - Privacy shutter
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Harman/kardon stereo speakers, array microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Dolby Atmos
Audio Features - Output: Smart Amp, Asus Audio Booster; Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IKB (81DC) ASUS VivoBook S 15 (S5504VA)
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) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IKB (81DC) ASUS VivoBook S 15 (S5504VA)
Technology Lithium Ion 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 35 Wh 75 Wh
Battery Life Up to 6 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IKB (81DC) ASUS VivoBook S 15 (S5504VA)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt 90 Watt, 19 V, 4.74 A
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IKB (81DC) ASUS VivoBook S 15 (S5504VA)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad 1.35mm travel distance, ASUS ErgoSense
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IKB (81DC) ASUS VivoBook S 15 (S5504VA)
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 2.0
Thunderbolt 4 (supports DisplayPort) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI 1.4
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IKB (81DC) ASUS VivoBook S 15 (S5504VA)
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, Microsoft 365 (1 month trial), GlideX
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IKB (81DC) ASUS VivoBook S 15 (S5504VA)
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 IceCool design, MIL-STD-810H tested, BIOS protection, ASUS Antimicrobial Guard
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 RoHS, REACH, Energy Star 8.0
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return -
Model Number - BN290W
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