Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (80YL) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-14IKB (81EU)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (80YL) and Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-14IKB (81EU). 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 530S-14IKB (81EU) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-14IKB (81EU) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

sleek aluminum design

sharp full-HD display

strong overall performance

comfortable backlit keyboard

decent battery life

limited port selection

no touchscreen option

average audio quality

pricier than competitors

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (80YL) and Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-14IKB (81EU)
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (80YL) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-14IKB (81EU) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (80YL) Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-14IKB (81EU)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 37.8 cm x 26 cm x 2.2 cm 32.34 cm x 22.6 cm x 1.64 cm
Weight 2.2 kg 1.59 kg
Case Material Metal Aluminum
Colour Iron grey Mineral grey
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (80YL) Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-14IKB (81EU)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 14" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, glass cover
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (80YL) Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-14IKB (81EU)
CPU Intel Core i5 (7th Gen) 7200U / 2.5 GHz Intel Core i3 (8th Gen) 8130U / 2.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.1 GHz 3.4 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache 3 MB 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (80YL) Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-14IKB (81EU)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered)) 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 16 GB 16 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2133 MHz 2400 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 2400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 1
Empty Slots 0 0
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (80YL) Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-14IKB (81EU)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD 2.5" SATA 6Gb/s 128 GB SSD M.2 PCIe
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (80YL) Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-14IKB (81EU)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce 940MX / Intel HD Graphics 620 Intel UHD Graphics 620
Video Memory 2 GB GDDR5 SDRAM -
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Resolution 1 Megapixel -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features Output: Harman audio technology Output: Harman audio technology
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (80YL) Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-14IKB (81EU)
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 M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (80YL) Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-14IKB (81EU)
Technology 2-cell Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 30 Wh 45 Wh
Battery Life Up to 6 hours Up to 10 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (80YL) Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-14IKB (81EU)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 20 V, 3.25 A 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (80YL) Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-14IKB (81EU)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features - Multi-touch touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (80YL) Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-14IKB (81EU)
Interfaces USB-C
2 x USB 3.0
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
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 520-15IKB (80YL) Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-14IKB (81EU)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (80YL) Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-14IKB (81EU)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Fingerprint reader 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 Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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