Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (80YL) vs. ASUS VivoBook 15 (M1502IA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (80YL) and ASUS VivoBook 15 (M1502IA). 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.

ASUS VivoBook 15 (M1502IA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 15 (M1502IA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

solid state drive

full hd display

ample connectivity options

average battery life

modest graphics performance

limited upgradeability

no thunderbolt support

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (80YL) and ASUS VivoBook 15 (M1502IA)
86 % - Design
72 % - Display
70 % - Performance
78 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (80YL) vs. ASUS VivoBook 15 (M1502IA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (80YL) ASUS VivoBook 15 (M1502IA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 37.8 cm x 26 cm x 2.2 cm 35.97 cm x 23.25 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 2.2 kg 1.7 kg
Case Material Metal -
Colour Iron grey Quiet blue
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (80YL) ASUS VivoBook 15 (M1502IA)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, NanoEdge display, 82% screen-to-body ratio, IPS-level
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (80YL) ASUS VivoBook 15 (M1502IA)
CPU Intel Core i5 (7th Gen) 7200U / 2.5 GHz AMD Ryzen 7 4800H / 2.9 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.1 GHz 4.2 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 8-core
Cache 3 MB L3 - 8 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (80YL) ASUS VivoBook 15 (M1502IA)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered)) 8 GB
Max RAM Supported 16 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2133 MHz -
Rated Speed 2400 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (80YL) ASUS VivoBook 15 (M1502IA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD 2.5" SATA 6Gb/s 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (80YL) ASUS VivoBook 15 (M1502IA)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce 940MX / Intel HD Graphics 620 AMD Radeon Graphics
Video Memory 2 GB GDDR5 SDRAM -
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Resolution 1 Megapixel -
Camera Features - Privacy shutter
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Dual stereo speakers, microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio -
Audio Features Output: Harman audio technology Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (80YL) ASUS VivoBook 15 (M1502IA)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 3165 - M.2 Card -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features - Single stream (1x1)
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (80YL) ASUS VivoBook 15 (M1502IA)
Technology 2-cell Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 30 Wh 42 Wh
Battery Life Up to 6 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (80YL) ASUS VivoBook 15 (M1502IA)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 20 V, 3.25 A 90 Watt, 19 V, 4.74 A
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (80YL) ASUS VivoBook 15 (M1502IA)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features - Chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance, ASUS ErgoSense
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (80YL) ASUS VivoBook 15 (M1502IA)
Interfaces USB-C
2 x USB 3.0
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 2.0
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (80YL) ASUS VivoBook 15 (M1502IA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 11 Home in S mode
Software Included - MyASUS
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (80YL) ASUS VivoBook 15 (M1502IA)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Fingerprint reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
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 System password, MIL-STD-810H tested
Compliant Standards RoHS UL 1459, FCC Part 15 Class B, EU RoHS, EU REACH
Model Number - BQ140W
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