Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S) vs. ASUS VivoBook 16X (K3605ZC)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S) and ASUS VivoBook 16X (K3605ZC). 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.

Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S) Review

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

affordable price

sleek design

lightweight build

decent processor performance

adequate port selection

mediocre battery life

limited storage capacity

average display quality

no backlit keyboard

ASUS VivoBook 16X (K3605ZC) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 16X (K3605ZC) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful amd processor

sharp 16-inch display

lightweight design

ample storage options

good thermal management

average battery life

no thunderbolt support

limited color accuracy

mediocre webcam quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S) and ASUS VivoBook 16X (K3605ZC)
72 % - Design
66 % - Display
45 % - Performance
65 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
83 % - Design
86 % - Display
80 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S) vs. ASUS VivoBook 16X (K3605ZC) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S) ASUS VivoBook 16X (K3605ZC)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.84 cm x 24.41 cm x 1.94 cm 35.86 cm x 24.91 cm x 1.89 cm
Weight 1.87 kg 1.8 kg
Case Material Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS Plastic
Colour Platinum grey Cool silver
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S) ASUS VivoBook 16X (K3605ZC)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 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 220 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, IPS-level, 85% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S) ASUS VivoBook 16X (K3605ZC)
CPU AMD A9 9425 / 3.1 GHz Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 12650H / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.7 GHz 4.7 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 10-core
Cache 1 MB L3 - 24 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S) ASUS VivoBook 16X (K3605ZC)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (1 x 8 GB + 8 GB (soldered))
Max RAM Supported 8 GB 16 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 1866 MHz -
Rated Speed 1866 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 1
Empty Slots 1 0
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S) ASUS VivoBook 16X (K3605ZC)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S) ASUS VivoBook 16X (K3605ZC)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon R5 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 / Intel UHD Graphics
Video Memory - 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Resolution 1 Megapixel -
Camera Features - Privacy shutter
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Speaker, array microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium -
Audio Features - Output: ASUS SonicMaster, Audio by Dirac, Asus Audio Booster; Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S) ASUS VivoBook 16X (K3605ZC)
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 -
Features Single stream (1x1) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S) ASUS VivoBook 16X (K3605ZC)
Technology Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 30 Wh 50 Wh
Battery Life Up to 5 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S) ASUS VivoBook 16X (K3605ZC)
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 330S-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S) ASUS VivoBook 16X (K3605ZC)
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 330S-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S) ASUS VivoBook 16X (K3605ZC)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI 2.1
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (Power Delivery)
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) Yes
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S) ASUS VivoBook 16X (K3605ZC)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home in S mode - English Windows 11 Home
Software Included - MyASUS, ScreenXpert, ProArt Creator Hub, Microsoft 365 (1 month trial), GlideX
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S) ASUS VivoBook 16X (K3605ZC)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington mini security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge ASUS IceCool design, MIL-STD-810H tested, BIOS protection, Cortana support, ASUS Antimicrobial Guard
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 RoHS, REACH, TUV Rheinland
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Max Operating Temperature - 49 °C
Min Operating Temperature - -37 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 95% RH
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return -
Model Number 15AST 81F9 N1097W
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