Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

sleek design

lightweight build

decent battery life

fast SSD storage

average display quality

no backlit keyboard

limited port selection

mediocre graphics performance

Acer Swift Go 16 (SFG16) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Acer Swift Go 16 (SFG16) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight design

sharp display resolution

efficient thermal management

fast charging support

robust build quality

average battery life

limited port selection

higher price point

no dedicated GPU

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) and Acer Swift Go 16 (SFG16)
73 % - Design
64 % - Display
72 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
76 % - Battery
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
80 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) vs. Acer Swift Go 16 (SFG16) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) Acer Swift Go 16 (SFG16)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.8 cm x 24.5 cm x 1.79 cm 35.6 cm x 24.26 cm x 1.59 cm
Weight 1.8 kg 1.65 kg
Case Material Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS Anodised aluminium
Colour Abyss blue Steel grey
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) Acer Swift Go 16 (SFG16)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - TN 16" OLED
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 3200 x 2000 (WQXGA+)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 120 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 220 cd/m² 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 100% DCI-P3
Features Anti-glare Glare, CineCrystal, Acer BluelightShield technology, 1 ms response rate, HDR 500 True Black, 90% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) Acer Swift Go 16 (SFG16)
CPU AMD Ryzen 3 3200U / 2.6 GHz Intel Core i7 (13th Gen) 1355U / 1.7 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.5 GHz 5 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 10-core
Cache L3 - 4 MB L3 - 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) Acer Swift Go 16 (SFG16)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 12 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz -
Rated Speed 2400 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) Acer Swift Go 16 (SFG16)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD - Kingston
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) Acer Swift Go 16 (SFG16)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Vega 3 Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - QHD
Resolution 1 Megapixel -
Camera Features Privacy shutter Temporal Noise Reduction
Video Resolutions - 1440p
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, two microphones
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio -
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) Acer Swift Go 16 (SFG16)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller M.2 Card Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 - M.2 2230 (CNVi)
Features Single stream (1x1) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) Acer Swift Go 16 (SFG16)
Technology Lithium Ion -
Battery Capacity (Size) 52.5 Wh 50 Wh
Battery Life Up to 8 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) Acer Swift Go 16 (SFG16)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) Acer Swift Go 16 (SFG16)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Multi-gesture touch pad, precision touchpad, OceanGlass touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) Acer Swift Go 16 (SFG16)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
HDMI
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (DC-In combo, Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (with power off charging)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) Acer Swift Go 16 (SFG16)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home in S mode - English Windows 11 Home
Software Included Microsoft Office (30 days trial) -
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) Acer Swift Go 16 (SFG16)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C 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, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge Administrator password, system password, Acer Purified.Voice technology, Acer TwinAir cooling technology
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certification
SAR Value 0.847 W/kg (limb), 0.847 W/kg (body) 1.14 W/kg (body), 1.14 W/kg (head), 1.14 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 15API 81NC 71
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