Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15IIL05 (81WE)

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Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15IIL05 (81WE)
Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15IIL05 (81WE)

Our Rating: 72 %

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) and Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15IIL05 (81WE). 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 S145-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

adequate connectivity options

solid build quality

simple user interface

mediocre battery life

average display quality

limited graphics performance

slower HDD storage

Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15IIL05 (81WE) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15IIL05 (81WE) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

solid build quality

decent processor performance

lightweight design

adequate connectivity options

average display quality

limited graphics capability

modest battery life

slow HDD base model

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) and Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15IIL05 (81WE)
69 % - Design
66 % - Display
45 % - Performance
65 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
73 % - Design
63 % - Display
65 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15IIL05 (81WE) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15IIL05 (81WE)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.22 cm x 25.15 cm x 1.99 cm 36.22 cm x 25.34 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.85 kg 1.85 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS Polycarbonate ABS
Colour Granite black IMR Business black | Platinum grey | Abyss blue
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15IIL05 (81WE)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - TN 15.6" - TN
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 220 cd/m² 220 cd/m²
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15IIL05 (81WE)
CPU AMD A9 9425 / 3.1 GHz Intel Core i3 (10th Gen) 1005G1 / 1.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.7 GHz 3.4 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache 1 MB 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15IIL05 (81WE)
RAM 4 GB (1 x 4 GB) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 8 GB 12 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2133 MHz 2666 MHz
Rated Speed 2133 MHz 2666 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 1
Empty Slots 0 1
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15IIL05 (81WE)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD 2.5" (7 mm) SATA 6Gb/s 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15IIL05 (81WE)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon R5 Intel UHD Graphics
Memory Allocation Technology - Shared Video Memory (UMA)
Max Monitors Supported - 1 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes Yes
Resolution 0.3 Megapixel 0.3 Megapixel
Camera Features - Privacy shutter
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15IIL05 (81WE)
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 S145-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15IIL05 (81WE)
Technology Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 30 Wh 35 Wh
Battery Life Up to 4 hours Up to 7.3 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15IIL05 (81WE)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15IIL05 (81WE)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15IIL05 (81WE)
Interfaces USB 2.0
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 2.0
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 S145-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15IIL05 (81WE)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home in S mode - English Windows 10 Home in S mode - English
Software Included Microsoft Office (Trial) Microsoft 365 Personal
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15IIL05 (81WE)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
ENERGY STAR Certified 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 15AST 81N3 -
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