Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 15IIL05 (81X3)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) and Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 15IIL05 (81X3). Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

flexible 2-in-1 design

responsive touchscreen display

affordable price point

solid build quality

decent battery life

moderate processor speed

limited storage capacity

average graphics performance

no thunderbolt support

Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 15IIL05 (81X3) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 15IIL05 (81X3) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

flexible 2-in-1 design

responsive touchscreen display

affordable price point

solid build quality

decent battery life

moderate display brightness

average processor speed

limited graphics performance

no thunderbolt support

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) and Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 15IIL05 (81X3)
73 % - Design
72 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
72 % - Battery
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 15IIL05 (81X3) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 15IIL05 (81X3)
Product Type Notebook - flip design Notebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.8 cm x 22.9 cm x 1.79 cm 35.76 cm x 23.79 cm x 2.09 cm
Weight 1.65 kg 1.8 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate, polycarbonate ABS, glass-fibre Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS
Colour Onyx black | Platinum grey Graphite grey
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 15IIL05 (81X3)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - TN 15.6"
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) Yes (10-point multi-touch)
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 220 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45%
Features Glossy Glossy, One Glass Solution, Wide Viewing Angle, capacitive touch screen
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 15IIL05 (81X3)
CPU AMD Ryzen 3 3200U / 2.6 GHz Intel Core i3 (10th Gen) 1005G1 / 1.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.5 GHz 3.4 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache L3 - 4 MB 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 15IIL05 (81X3)
RAM 4 GB (1 x 4 GB) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 8 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 15IIL05 (81X3)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 2280 SATA 6Gb/s 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 15IIL05 (81X3)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Vega 3 Intel UHD Graphics
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) -
Max Monitors Supported 1 external monitor(s) -
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Resolution 1 Megapixel -
Camera Features Privacy shutter Privacy shutter, 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
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 15IIL05 (81X3)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Wireless Controller M.2 Card M.2 Card
Features Single stream (1x1) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 15IIL05 (81X3)
Technology Lithium polymer Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 45 Wh 52.5 Wh
Battery Life Up to 10 hours Up to 10.5 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 15IIL05 (81X3)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 15IIL05 (81X3)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Multi-touch touchpad Multi-touch touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 15IIL05 (81X3)
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 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C (Power Delivery 3.0)
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 C340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 15IIL05 (81X3)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home in S mode - English Windows 10 Home in S mode - English
Software Included Microsoft Office (Trial) Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 15IIL05 (81X3)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Integrated Options - Accelerometer
Security Fingerprint reader -
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge Hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, smart charge
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 RoHS, ERP
SAR Value 0.82 W/kg (body), 0.82 W/kg (limb) 1.624 W/kg (body), 1.624 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 8 - 95% -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number 14API 81N6 -
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