Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (81F5) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15ARR (81D2)

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Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (81F5)
Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (81F5)

Our Rating: 72 %

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (81F5) and Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15ARR (81D2). 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 330S-15IKB (81F5) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (81F5) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

sleek design

lightweight build

decent processor speed

full hd display

average battery life

limited storage capacity

no backlit keyboard

mediocre sound quality

Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15ARR (81D2) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15ARR (81D2) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

solid build quality

decent processor performance

ample storage options

good keyboard feel

average battery life

dim display brightness

no USB-C port

mediocre graphics performance

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (81F5) and Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15ARR (81D2)
74 % - Design
66 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
72 % - Design
64 % - Display
65 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (81F5) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15ARR (81D2) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (81F5) Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15ARR (81D2)
Product Type Notebook - 180-degree hinge design Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.84 cm x 24.41 cm x 1.94 cm 37.8 cm x 26 cm x 2.29 cm
Weight 1.87 kg 2.2 kg
Case Material Aluminium (top), polycarbonate ABS (bottom) Polycarbonate ABS
Colour Platinum grey | Midnight blue Onyx black
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (81F5) Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15ARR (81D2)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - TN 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1366 x 768 (HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 220 cd/m² 200 cd/m²
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (81F5) Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15ARR (81D2)
CPU Intel Core i3 (7th Gen) 7020U / 2.3 GHz AMD Ryzen 3 2200U / 2.5 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 3.4 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache 3 MB L3 - 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (81F5) Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15ARR (81D2)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 12 GB 16 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2133 MHz 2400 MHz
Rated Speed 2133 MHz 2400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 1
Empty Slots 1 1
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (81F5) Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15ARR (81D2)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD 2.5" SATA 6Gb/s 1 TB HDD SATA 6Gb/s / 5400 rpm
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (81F5) Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15ARR (81D2)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 620 AMD Radeon Vega 3
Camera Yes - 720p Yes
Resolution 1 Megapixel 0.3 Megapixel
Camera Features Fixed focus -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (81F5) Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15ARR (81D2)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller M.2 Card M.2 Card
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features Single stream (1x1) -
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (81F5) Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15ARR (81D2)
Technology Lithium polymer Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 30 Wh 35 Wh
Battery Life Up to 6 hours Up to 4.5 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (81F5) Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15ARR (81D2)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt 45 Watt
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (81F5) Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15ARR (81D2)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad Multi-touch touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (81F5) Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15ARR (81D2)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI 1.4b
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1/USB 3.0
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
LAN
HDMI
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 330S-15IKB (81F5) Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15ARR (81D2)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home in S mode - English Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English
Software Included Microsoft Office (Trial) Lenovo Settings, McAfee LiveSafe (30 days trial), Lenovo ID, Lenovo App Explorer
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (81F5) Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15ARR (81D2)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington mini security slot Kensington mini 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, RapidCharge Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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