Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (81BF) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad S130-11IGM (81J1)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (81BF) and Lenovo IdeaPad S130-11IGM (81J1). 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 520-15IKB (81BF) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (81BF) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust metal design

crisp full HD display

backlit keyboard feature

adequate processing power

reasonable price point

average battery life

limited graphics performance

heavier than competitors

no USB-C port

Lenovo IdeaPad S130-11IGM (81J1) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad S130-11IGM (81J1) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight design

affordable price

decent battery life

solid build quality

compact form factor

limited storage capacity

average display quality

modest performance

fewer connectivity options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (81BF) and Lenovo IdeaPad S130-11IGM (81J1)
75 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
73 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
72 % - Design
64 % - Display
53 % - Performance
65 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (81BF) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad S130-11IGM (81J1) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (81BF) Lenovo IdeaPad S130-11IGM (81J1)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 37.8 cm x 26 cm x 2.2 cm 28.8 cm x 20 cm x 1.77 cm
Weight 2.2 kg 1.15 kg
Case Material Metal Polycarbonate ABS
Colour Golden Midnight blue | Mineral grey
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (81BF) Lenovo IdeaPad S130-11IGM (81J1)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 11.6" - TN
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1366 x 768 (HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (81BF) Lenovo IdeaPad S130-11IGM (81J1)
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8550U / 1.8 GHz Intel Celeron N4000 / 1.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4 GHz 2.6 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache 8 MB 4 MB
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (81BF) Lenovo IdeaPad S130-11IGM (81J1)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered)) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 16 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2133 MHz 2133 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 2133 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (81BF) Lenovo IdeaPad S130-11IGM (81J1)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 2 TB HDD SATA 6Gb/s / 5400 rpm 32 GB eMMC
Optical Drive DVD±RW -
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (81BF) Lenovo IdeaPad S130-11IGM (81J1)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce MX150 / Intel UHD Graphics 620 Intel UHD Graphics 600
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR5 SDRAM -
Camera Yes - 720p Yes
Resolution 1 Megapixel 0.3 Megapixel
Camera Features Fixed focus -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC269Q
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio High Definition Audio
Audio Features Output: Harman audio technology -
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (81BF) Lenovo IdeaPad S130-11IGM (81J1)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 Bluetooth 4.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac
Wireless Controller M.2 Card M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features Single stream (1x1) Single stream (1x1)
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (81BF) Lenovo IdeaPad S130-11IGM (81J1)
Technology 2-cell lithium polymer Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 35 Wh 32 Wh
Battery Life Up to 6 hours Up to 8 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (81BF) Lenovo IdeaPad S130-11IGM (81J1)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 45 Watt
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (81BF) Lenovo IdeaPad S130-11IGM (81J1)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features - Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (81BF) Lenovo IdeaPad S130-11IGM (81J1)
Interfaces USB-C 3.0
2 x USB 3.0
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 3.0
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (81BF) Lenovo IdeaPad S130-11IGM (81J1)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (81BF) Lenovo IdeaPad S130-11IGM (81J1)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Fingerprint reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) 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 Administrator password, power-on password
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return -
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