Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) vs. Lenovo Yoga 730-15IKB (81CU)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) and Lenovo Yoga 730-15IKB (81CU). 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 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 Yoga 730-15IKB (81CU) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo Yoga 730-15IKB (81CU) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

flexible 2-in-1 design

responsive touchscreen display

solid build quality

decent battery life

good overall performance

heavier than competitors

limited port selection

noisy under load

average color accuracy

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) and Lenovo Yoga 730-15IKB (81CU)
73 % - Design
72 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
72 % - Battery
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
78 % - Connectivity
72 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) vs. Lenovo Yoga 730-15IKB (81CU) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) Lenovo Yoga 730-15IKB (81CU)
Product Type Notebook - flip design Notebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.8 cm x 22.9 cm x 1.79 cm 36 cm x 24.9 cm x 1.715 cm
Weight 1.65 kg 1.89 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate, polycarbonate ABS, glass-fibre Aluminum
Colour Onyx black | Platinum grey Iron grey
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) Lenovo Yoga 730-15IKB (81CU)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - TN 15.6" - IPS
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 300 cd/m²
Features Glossy Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) Lenovo Yoga 730-15IKB (81CU)
CPU AMD Ryzen 3 3200U / 2.6 GHz Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8550U / 1.8 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.5 GHz 4 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache L3 - 4 MB 8 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) Lenovo Yoga 730-15IKB (81CU)
RAM 4 GB (1 x 4 GB) 16 GB (1 x 8 GB + 8 GB (soldered))
Max RAM Supported 8 GB 16 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 2400 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 C340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) Lenovo Yoga 730-15IKB (81CU)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 2280 SATA 6Gb/s 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) Lenovo Yoga 730-15IKB (81CU)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Vega 3 NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 / Intel UHD Graphics 620
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) -
Max Monitors Supported 1 external monitor(s) -
Video Memory - 4 GB GDDR5 SDRAM
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Resolution 1 Megapixel 1 Megapixel
Camera Features Privacy shutter -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Conexant CX11870
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
Audio Features - JBL
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) Lenovo Yoga 730-15IKB (81CU)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller M.2 Card M.2 Card
Features Single stream (1x1) -
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) Lenovo Yoga 730-15IKB (81CU)
Technology Lithium polymer Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 45 Wh 51.5 Wh
Battery Life Up to 10 hours Up to 11 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) Lenovo Yoga 730-15IKB (81CU)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 90 Watt
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) Lenovo Yoga 730-15IKB (81CU)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, digitizer, touchpad, digital pen
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) Lenovo Yoga 730-15IKB (81CU)
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 3.1 Gen 1 (supports Thunderbolt 3)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) Lenovo Yoga 730-15IKB (81CU)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home in S mode - English Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English
Software Included Microsoft Office (Trial) -
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) Lenovo Yoga 730-15IKB (81CU)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter, Lenovo Active Pen 2, pen holder
Integrated Options - Accelerometer, gyro sensor
Security Fingerprint reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge Administrator password, power-on password
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 RoHS
SAR Value 0.82 W/kg (body), 0.82 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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