Lenovo IdeaPad S130-14IGM (81J2) vs. Acer Aspire 5 17 (A517)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad S130-14IGM (81J2) and Acer Aspire 5 17 (A517). 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 S130-14IGM (81J2) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad S130-14IGM (81J2) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

compact design

lightweight build

solid battery life

decent keyboard

mediocre performance

limited storage capacity

no backlit keyboard

low-resolution display

Acer Aspire 5 17 (A517) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Acer Aspire 5 17 (A517) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

large display

solid build quality

adequate connectivity options

decent processor performance

average battery life

mediocre graphics card

heavy design

limited upgradeability

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad S130-14IGM (81J2) and Acer Aspire 5 17 (A517)
72 % - Design
63 % - Display
45 % - Performance
64 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
73 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad S130-14IGM (81J2) vs. Acer Aspire 5 17 (A517) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad S130-14IGM (81J2) Acer Aspire 5 17 (A517)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 33.4 cm x 23.5 cm x 1.86 cm 40.21 cm x 25.94 cm x 2.04 cm
Weight 1.47 kg 2.3 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS Anodised aluminium
Colour Midnight blue Steel grey
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad S130-14IGM (81J2) Acer Aspire 5 17 (A517)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - TN 17.3" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 -
Image Brightness 220 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, matte, ComfyView, Acer BluelightShield technology, 25 ms response rate, Narrow Border Display
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad S130-14IGM (81J2) Acer Aspire 5 17 (A517)
CPU Intel Celeron N4000 / 1.1 GHz Intel Core i7 (13th Gen) 1355U / 1.7 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.6 GHz 5 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 10-core
Cache 4 MB L3 - 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad S130-14IGM (81J2) Acer Aspire 5 17 (A517)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR4 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 2133 MHz -
Rated Speed 2133 MHz -
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad S130-14IGM (81J2) Acer Aspire 5 17 (A517)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 64 GB eMMC 1.024 TB SSD - Micron
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad S130-14IGM (81J2) Acer Aspire 5 17 (A517)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 600 Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes Yes - Full HD
Resolution 0.3 Megapixel -
Camera Features - Temporal Noise Reduction
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, two microphones
Codec Realtek ALC269Q -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio -
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad S130-14IGM (81J2) Acer Aspire 5 17 (A517)
Wireless Bluetooth 4.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac Bluetooth, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller M.2 Card -
Features Single stream (1x1) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad S130-14IGM (81J2) Acer Aspire 5 17 (A517)
Technology Lithium Ion -
Battery Capacity (Size) 32 Wh 50 Wh
Battery Life Up to 8 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad S130-14IGM (81J2) Acer Aspire 5 17 (A517)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 45 Watt 65 Watt, 19 V, 3.42 A
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad S130-14IGM (81J2) Acer Aspire 5 17 (A517)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Multi-gesture touch pad, precision touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad S130-14IGM (81J2) Acer Aspire 5 17 (A517)
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (with power off charging)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad S130-14IGM (81J2) Acer Aspire 5 17 (A517)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home in S mode - English Windows 11 Home
Software Included Microsoft 365 Personal -
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad S130-14IGM (81J2) Acer Aspire 5 17 (A517)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Administrator password, power-on password Administrator password, system password
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 -
SAR Value - 0.087 W/kg (head), 0.087 W/kg (body), 0.087 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in
International travellers warranty - 1 year
Model Number - 58M
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