Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14IIL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) and Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14IIL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340). 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 S340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

decent battery life

fast SSD storage

comfortable keyboard

average display quality

limited graphics performance

no backlit keyboard

fewer connectivity ports

Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14IIL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14IIL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

solid performance

comfortable keyboard

decent battery life

average display quality

limited port selection

no dedicated GPU

plastic build quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) and Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14IIL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340)
73 % - Design
65 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
76 % - Battery
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
72 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14IIL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14IIL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.27 cm x 23.05 cm x 1.79 cm 32.27 cm x 23.05 cm x 1.79 cm
Weight 1.69 kg 1.6 kg
Case Material Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS
Colour Platinum grey | Abyss blue Abyss blue | Pink sand
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14IIL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - TN 14" - TN
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 220 cd/m²
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14IIL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340)
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 S340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14IIL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 12 GB 8 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 2666 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 2666 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 1
Empty Slots 1 1
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14IIL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe) 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14IIL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Vega 3 Intel UHD Graphics
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Resolution 1 Megapixel 1 Megapixel
Camera Features Privacy shutter Privacy shutter
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14IIL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2
Wireless Controller M.2 Card M.2 Card
Features Single stream (1x1) Single stream (1x1)
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14IIL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340)
Technology Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 52.5 Wh 36 Wh
Battery Life Up to 8 hours Up to 6 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14IIL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 45 Watt
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14IIL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14IIL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340)
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
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 S340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14IIL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home in S mode - English Windows 10 Home in S mode - English
Software Included Microsoft Office (30 days trial) Microsoft Office (30 days trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14IIL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340)
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, RapidCharge Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
SAR Value 1.084 W/kg (body), 1.084 W/kg (limb) 1.479 W/kg (body), 1.479 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number 14API 81NB 14IIL 81VV
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