Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (81EV) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 320S-15AST (80YB)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (81EV) and Lenovo IdeaPad 320S-15AST (80YB). 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 530S-15IKB (81EV) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (81EV) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

sleek aluminum design

sharp full-HD display

robust processing power

lightweight and portable

reasonable price point

average battery life

limited port selection

no dedicated GPU

moderate storage capacity

Lenovo IdeaPad 320S-15AST (80YB) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 320S-15AST (80YB) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

sleek design

lightweight build

decent processor speed

solid state drive storage

average battery life

limited graphics performance

no backlit keyboard

mediocre display quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (81EV) and Lenovo IdeaPad 320S-15AST (80YB)
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
72 % - Design
63 % - Display
45 % - Performance
65 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (81EV) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 320S-15AST (80YB) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (81EV) Lenovo IdeaPad 320S-15AST (80YB)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.89 cm x 24.49 cm x 1.68 cm 36.27 cm x 25.2 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.95 kg 1.9 kg
Case Material Aluminum, glass -
Colour Liquid blue Mineral grey
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (81EV) Lenovo IdeaPad 320S-15AST (80YB)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 15.6" - TN
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
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 200 cd/m²
Features Glossy Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (81EV) Lenovo IdeaPad 320S-15AST (80YB)
CPU Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8550U / 1.8 GHz AMD A6 9220 / 2.5 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4 GHz 2.9 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache 8 MB L2 - 1 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (81EV) Lenovo IdeaPad 320S-15AST (80YB)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 4 GB (1 x 4 GB)
Max RAM Supported 16 GB 8 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 1866 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 530S-15IKB (81EV) Lenovo IdeaPad 320S-15AST (80YB)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 1 TB HDD SATA 6Gb/s / 5400 rpm - Seagate
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (81EV) Lenovo IdeaPad 320S-15AST (80YB)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 AMD Radeon R4
Camera Yes - 720p Yes
Resolution 1 Megapixel 0.3 Megapixel
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium Dolby Audio
Audio Features Harman audio technology Harman audio technology
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (81EV) Lenovo IdeaPad 320S-15AST (80YB)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller M.2 Card Atheros NFA435
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (81EV) Lenovo IdeaPad 320S-15AST (80YB)
Technology Lithium Ion 2-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 45 Wh 30 Wh
Battery Life Up to 10 hours Up to 9 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (81EV) Lenovo IdeaPad 320S-15AST (80YB)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 45 Watt, 20 V, 2.25 A
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (81EV) Lenovo IdeaPad 320S-15AST (80YB)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Multi-touch touchpad -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (81EV) Lenovo IdeaPad 320S-15AST (80YB)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.0
USB 2.0 (Always On)
HDMI
USB-C 3.0
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 530S-15IKB (81EV) Lenovo IdeaPad 320S-15AST (80YB)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English
Software Included Microsoft Office (30 days trial) -
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (81EV) Lenovo IdeaPad 320S-15AST (80YB)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) 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, RapidCharge Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password
Compliant Standards RoHS -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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