Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G2 ITL (20VE)

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Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G2 ITL (20VE)
Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G2 ITL (20VE)

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Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) and Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G2 ITL (20VE). 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 330-17AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

large screen size

ample storage capacity

decent processor speed

simple design

average battery life

modest graphics performance

heavy build

no backlit keyboard

Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G2 ITL (20VE) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G2 ITL (20VE) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

efficient intel processors

affordable price point

ample connectivity options

decent battery life

average display quality

modest graphics performance

heavier design

limited upgradeability

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) and Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G2 ITL (20VE)
66 % - Design
65 % - Display
45 % - Performance
65 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G2 ITL (20VE) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G2 ITL (20VE)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 41.8 cm x 29.26 cm x 2.49 cm 35.7 cm x 23.5 cm x 1.89 cm
Weight 2.8 kg 1.7 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS
Colour Platinum grey | Onyx black Dual tone mineral grey
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G2 ITL (20VE)
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" - TN 15.6" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1600 x 900 (HD+) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 200 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G2 ITL (20VE)
CPU AMD A6 9225 / 2.6 GHz Intel Core i3 (11th Gen) 1115G4 / 3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.1 GHz 4.1 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache L2 - 1 MB 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G2 ITL (20VE)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 8 GB 36 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2133 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 2133 MHz 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 1
Empty Slots 0 1
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G2 ITL (20VE)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB HDD / 5400 rpm 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G2 ITL (20VE)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon R4 Intel UHD Graphics
Camera Yes Yes - 720p
Resolution 0.3 Megapixel -
Camera Features Fixed focus Fixed focus, ThinkShutter camera privacy
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G2 ITL (20VE)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller M.2 Card Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 - M.2 Card
Network Interface 10/100 Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Features Single stream (1x1) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G2 ITL (20VE)
Technology Lithium polymer Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 30 Wh 45 Wh
Battery Life Up to 6 hours Up to 6 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G2 ITL (20VE)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G2 ITL (20VE)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G2 ITL (20VE)
Slots - 2 x M.2 Card (1 free)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 2.0
LAN
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
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 330-17AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G2 ITL (20VE)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - German
Software Included Microsoft Office (Trial) Microsoft Office (30 days trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G2 ITL (20VE)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security - Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington nano 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 Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, Rapid Charge Pro
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certification, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
SAR Value - 0.29 W/kg (body), 0.29 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Silver EPEAT Silver
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number 17AST 81D7 -
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