Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 530S) vs. ASUS VivoBook S13 (S330FA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 530S) and ASUS VivoBook S13 (S330FA). 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.

ASUS VivoBook S13 (S330FA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook S13 (S330FA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight and portable

affordable price point

solid state drive included

full HD display

stylish modern design

average battery life

limited graphics performance

no thunderbolt support

basic audio quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 530S) and ASUS VivoBook S13 (S330FA)
81 % - Design
75 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 530S) vs. ASUS VivoBook S13 (S330FA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 530S) ASUS VivoBook S13 (S330FA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.89 cm x 24.49 cm x 1.68 cm 30.57 cm x 19.63 cm x 1.79 cm
Weight 1.95 kg 1.2 kg
Case Material Aluminum -
Colour Mineral grey Transparent silver
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 530S) ASUS VivoBook S13 (S330FA)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 13.3"
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 -
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, glass cover ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence Technology, anti-glare, ASUS EyeCare Technology, 178° horizontal and vertical viewing angle, NanoEdge display
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 530S) ASUS VivoBook S13 (S330FA)
CPU Intel Core i3 (8th Gen) 8130U / 2.2 GHz Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8565U / 1.8 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.4 GHz -
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 4 MB -
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 530S) ASUS VivoBook S13 (S330FA)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR3 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 2133 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 530S) ASUS VivoBook S13 (S330FA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 512 GB SSD M.2 SATA 6Gb/s
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 530S) ASUS VivoBook S13 (S330FA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 Intel UHD Graphics 620
Camera Yes - 720p -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, array microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium -
Audio Features Harman audio technology ASUS SonicMaster, ASUS Bang & Olufsen ICEpower
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 530S) ASUS VivoBook S13 (S330FA)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2
Wireless Controller M.2 Card -
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 530S) ASUS VivoBook S13 (S330FA)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion 3-cell
Battery Capacity (Size) 45 Wh 42 Wh
Battery Life Up to 10 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 530S) ASUS VivoBook S13 (S330FA)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 19 V
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 530S) ASUS VivoBook S13 (S330FA)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Multi-touch touchpad -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 530S) ASUS VivoBook S13 (S330FA)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 2.0
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 530S) ASUS VivoBook S13 (S330FA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Home
Software Included Lenovo Settings, McAfee LiveSafe (30 days trial), Lenovo ID, Lenovo App Explorer -
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 530S) ASUS VivoBook S13 (S330FA)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader -
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge -
Compliant Standards RoHS -
SAR Value - 1.02 W/kg (body), 1.02 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return -
Model Number 15IKB 81EV EY038T
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