Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 530S) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15ARR (Lenovo IdeaPad 330)

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In depth comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 530S) and Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15ARR (Lenovo IdeaPad 330). 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.

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Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 530S) and Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15ARR (Lenovo IdeaPad 330)

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Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 530S) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15ARR (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 530S) Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15ARR (Lenovo IdeaPad 330)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.89 cm x 24.49 cm x 1.68 cm 37.8 cm x 26 cm x 2.29 cm
Weight 1.95 kg 2.2 kg
Case Material Aluminum Polycarbonate ABS
Colour Mineral grey Onyx black
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 530S) Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15ARR (Lenovo IdeaPad 330)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 15.6"
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 Anti-glare, glass cover Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 530S) Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15ARR (Lenovo IdeaPad 330)
CPU Intel Core i3 (8th Gen) 8130U / 2.2 GHz AMD Ryzen 3 2200U / 2.5 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.4 GHz 3.4 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache 4 MB 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 530S) Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15ARR (Lenovo IdeaPad 330)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 16 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 2400 MHz
Rated Speed - 2400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 1
Empty Slots 0 1
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 530S) Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15ARR (Lenovo IdeaPad 330)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 1 TB HDD SATA 6Gb/s / 5400 rpm
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 530S) Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15ARR (Lenovo IdeaPad 330)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 AMD Radeon Vega 3
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Resolution - 1 Megapixel
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features Harman audio technology -
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 530S) Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15ARR (Lenovo IdeaPad 330)
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
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 530S) Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15ARR (Lenovo IdeaPad 330)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 45 Wh 35 Wh
Battery Life Up to 10 hours Up to 4.5 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 530S) Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15ARR (Lenovo IdeaPad 330)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 45 Watt
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 530S) Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15ARR (Lenovo IdeaPad 330)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Multi-touch touchpad Multi-touch touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 530S) Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15ARR (Lenovo IdeaPad 330)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1/USB 3.0
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
LAN
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 530S-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 530S) Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15ARR (Lenovo IdeaPad 330)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition
Software Included Lenovo Settings, McAfee LiveSafe (30 days trial), Lenovo ID, Lenovo App Explorer -
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 530S) Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15ARR (Lenovo IdeaPad 330)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, 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, RapidCharge Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number 15IKB 81EV 15ARR 81D2
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