Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14API (81UV) vs. ASUS VivoBook 15 (M1502YA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14API (81UV) and ASUS VivoBook 15 (M1502YA). 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 S145-14API (81UV) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14API (81UV) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

decent processor speed

sufficient connectivity options

quiet operation

average display quality

limited battery life

basic graphics capabilities

no backlit keyboard

ASUS VivoBook 15 (M1502YA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 15 (M1502YA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

solid performance

good battery life

fast charging support

average display quality

limited graphics power

no thunderbolt support

plastic build quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14API (81UV) and ASUS VivoBook 15 (M1502YA)
69 % - Design
65 % - Display
65 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
83 % - Design
75 % - Display
69 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14API (81UV) vs. ASUS VivoBook 15 (M1502YA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14API (81UV) ASUS VivoBook 15 (M1502YA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.71 cm x 24.1 cm x 1.99 cm 35.97 cm x 23.25 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.6 kg 1.7 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS Plastic
Colour Granite black Cool silver
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14API (81UV) ASUS VivoBook 15 (M1502YA)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - TN 15.6"
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 16:9
Image Brightness 220 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, NanoEdge display, 82% screen-to-body ratio, IPS-level
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14API (81UV) ASUS VivoBook 15 (M1502YA)
CPU AMD Athlon 300U / 2.4 GHz AMD Ryzen 7 7730U / 2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.3 GHz 4.5 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 8-core
Cache L3 - 4 MB 16 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14API (81UV) ASUS VivoBook 15 (M1502YA)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 12 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz -
Rated Speed 2400 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 1
Empty Slots 1 1
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14API (81UV) ASUS VivoBook 15 (M1502YA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14API (81UV) ASUS VivoBook 15 (M1502YA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Vega 3 AMD Radeon Graphics
Camera Yes Yes - 720p
Resolution 0.3 Megapixel -
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, ASUS 3D Noise Reduction (3DNR) Technology
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Speakers, array microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio -
Audio Features - Output: ASUS SonicMaster
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14API (81UV) ASUS VivoBook 15 (M1502YA)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3
Wireless Controller M.2 Card -
Features Single stream (1x1) Single stream (1x1)
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14API (81UV) ASUS VivoBook 15 (M1502YA)
Technology Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 30 Wh 42 Wh
Battery Life Up to 4 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14API (81UV) ASUS VivoBook 15 (M1502YA)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14API (81UV) ASUS VivoBook 15 (M1502YA)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Precision touchpad, chiclet keyboard, 1.35mm travel distance, ASUS ErgoSense
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14API (81UV) ASUS VivoBook 15 (M1502YA)
Interfaces USB 2.0
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 2.0
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (Power Delivery)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI 1.4
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14API (81UV) ASUS VivoBook 15 (M1502YA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home in S mode - English Windows 11 Home
Software Included Microsoft Office (30 days trial) McAfee LiveSafe (30 days trial), Microsoft 365 (1 month trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14API (81UV) ASUS VivoBook 15 (M1502YA)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) solution
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password MIL-STD-810H tested, ASUS Antimicrobial Guard Plus
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 RoHS, REACH, TUV Rheinland Flicker Free Certification, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Software Solution)
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return -
Model Number - BQ165W
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