Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) vs. ASUS P540UA (DM1491R)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) and ASUS P540UA (DM1491R). Compare sizes, performance, storage capacities, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right laptop for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the laptop that will best fit your needs.

ASUS P540UA (DM1491R) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS P540UA (DM1491R) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

solid build quality

decent processor performance

adequate connectivity options

good keyboard feel

average display quality

limited graphics capabilities

moderate battery life

no touchscreen feature

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) and ASUS P540UA (DM1491R)
75 % - Design
75 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
76 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) vs. ASUS P540UA (DM1491R) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) ASUS P540UA (DM1491R)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 41.8 cm x 29.26 cm x 2.49 cm 38.1 cm x 25.1 cm x 2.72 cm
Weight 2.8 kg 1.9 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS -
Colour Platinum grey Chocolate black IMR with hairline (LCD cover), gold IMR with hairline (top)
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) ASUS P540UA (DM1491R)
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" 15.6"
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 200 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, Ultra Slim Design Bezel
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) ASUS P540UA (DM1491R)
CPU Intel Core i3 (8th Gen) 8130U / 2.2 GHz Intel Core i5 (7th Gen) 7200U / 2.5 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.4 GHz 3.1 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache 4 MB 3 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) ASUS P540UA (DM1491R)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 16 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2133 MHz -
Rated Speed 2133 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) ASUS P540UA (DM1491R)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB HDD SATA 6Gb/s / 5400 rpm 256 GB SSD 2.5" SATA
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) ASUS P540UA (DM1491R)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 Intel HD Graphics 620
Camera Yes Yes - VGA
Resolution 0.3 Megapixel -
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio -
Audio Features - ASUS SonicMaster, ASUS Bang & Olufsen ICEpower
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) ASUS P540UA (DM1491R)
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 Gigabit Ethernet -
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) ASUS P540UA (DM1491R)
Technology Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 30 Wh 33 Wh
Battery Life Up to 6 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) ASUS P540UA (DM1491R)
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 330-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) ASUS P540UA (DM1491R)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) ASUS P540UA (DM1491R)
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 3.0
2 x USB 2.0
HDMI
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) ASUS P540UA (DM1491R)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) ASUS P540UA (DM1491R)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security - Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
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 System password, hard drive password
Compliant Standards RoHS -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return -
Model Number 17IKB 81DM -
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