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

Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

high-resolution display

powerful processor performance

lightweight design

ample storage capacity

advanced graphics capabilities

higher price point

limited port selection

average battery life

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IKB (81DC) and Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra
72 % - Design
64 % - Display
65 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
82 % - Design
86 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IKB (81DC) vs. Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IKB (81DC) Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 37.8 cm x 26 cm x 2.29 cm 35.54 cm x 25.04 cm x 1.65 cm
Weight 2.2 kg 1.79 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS Aluminum
Colour Platinum grey Graphite
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IKB (81DC) Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - TN 16" - AMOLED
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 2880 x 1800 (WQXGA+)
Pixel Density (ppi) - 212
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 120 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 200 cd/m² 500 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 120% DCI-P3
Colour Support - 16 million colours
Features Anti-glare HDR 500 True Black, 0.2 ms response rate, Eye Caring, gaming performance
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IKB (81DC) Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra
CPU Intel Core i5 (7th Gen) 7200U / 2.5 GHz Intel Core i7 (13th Gen) 13700H / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.1 GHz 5 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 14-core
Cache 3 MB L3 - 24 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Platform Technology - Intel Evo
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost)
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IKB (81DC) Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra
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 6000 MHz
Rated Speed 2133 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IKB (81DC) Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB HDD SATA 6Gb/s / 5400 rpm 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IKB (81DC) Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 620 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050
Camera Yes Yes - 1080p
Resolution 0.3 Megapixel -
Camera Features - Auto framing
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone AKG stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Dolby Atmos
Audio Features - Output: Smart Amp
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IKB (81DC) Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller M.2 Card -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features Single stream (1x1) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IKB (81DC) Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra
Technology Lithium Ion -
Battery Capacity (Size) 35 Wh 76 Wh
Battery Life Up to 6 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IKB (81DC) Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 45 Watt 100 Watt
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IKB (81DC) Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, ClickPad
Keyboard Name - Pro keyboard
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad Backlit
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IKB (81DC) Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra
Slots - SSD (1 free)
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
USB 3.2
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x Thunderbolt 4
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IKB (81DC) Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English Windows 11 Home
Software Included Microsoft Office (30 days trial) Samsung Recovery Solution, Samsung Update, Samsung Settings, Samsung Gallery, Studio Plus, Samsung Flow, Live Wallpaper, Quick Search, Samsung Notes, Screen Recorder, Galaxy Book Smart Switch, Quick Share, Samsung Pass, Second Screen, Private Share, Galaxy Book Experience
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IKB (81DC) Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra
Included Accessories Power adapter 100W USB-C power adapter
Integrated Options - Ambient light sensor
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip 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 -
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 IEC 61960
SAR Value - 0.232 W/kg (limb), 0.232 W/kg (body)
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 2 years
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