Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (81BF) vs. Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (81BF) and Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0). 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 Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

slim, lightweight design

full hd display

solid state drive

good battery life

backlit keyboard

limited port selection

no dedicated gpu

average audio quality

higher price range

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (81BF) and Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0)
75 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
73 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
86 % - Design
78 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
72 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (81BF) vs. Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (81BF) Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 37.8 cm x 26 cm x 2.2 cm 30.7 cm x 21 cm x 1.19 cm
Weight 2.2 kg 1.1 kg
Case Material Metal Aluminum
Colour Golden Platinum
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (81BF) Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 13.3" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology - 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 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 72% NTSC
Features Anti-glare Glossy, glass cover, 72% NTSC colour gamut
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (81BF) Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0)
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8550U / 1.8 GHz Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8565U / 1.8 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4 GHz 4.6 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 8 MB 8 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (81BF) Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered)) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 16 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR3 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 Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 2 TB HDD SATA 6Gb/s / 5400 rpm 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
Optical Drive DVD±RW -
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (81BF) Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce MX150 / Intel UHD Graphics 620 Intel UHD Graphics 620
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR5 SDRAM -
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Resolution 1 Megapixel 1 Megapixel
Camera Features Fixed focus -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
Audio Features Output: Harman audio technology Output: JBL
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (81BF) Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0)
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 520-15IKB (81BF) Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0)
Technology 2-cell lithium polymer Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 35 Wh 42 Wh
Battery Life Up to 6 hours Up to 12 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (81BF) Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (81BF) Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features - Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (81BF) Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0)
Interfaces USB-C 3.0
2 x USB 3.0
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3) (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (81BF) Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (81BF) Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C 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, power-on password, RapidCharge
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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