Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15IWL (81N8) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17AST (81D7)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15IWL (81N8) and Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17AST (81D7). 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 S340-15IWL (81N8) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15IWL (81N8) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

sleek design

comfortable keyboard

solid performance

lightweight build

average battery life

dim display

no thunderbolt support

limited upgradeability

Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17AST (81D7) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17AST (81D7) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price point

ample storage capacity

decent processor speed

large display size

robust build quality

average battery life

mediocre graphics card

limited port selection

heavier design

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15IWL (81N8) and Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17AST (81D7)
72 % - Design
63 % - Display
65 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
72 % - Battery
65 % - Design
66 % - Display
45 % - Performance
65 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15IWL (81N8) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17AST (81D7) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15IWL (81N8) Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17AST (81D7)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.8 cm x 24.5 cm x 1.79 cm 41.8 cm x 29.26 cm x 2.49 cm
Weight 1.79 kg 2.8 kg
Case Material Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS Polycarbonate ABS
Colour Onyx black Platinum grey
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15IWL (81N8) Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17AST (81D7)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 17.3" - TN
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1600 x 900 (HD+)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 220 cd/m² 200 cd/m²
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15IWL (81N8) Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17AST (81D7)
CPU Intel Core i3 (8th Gen) 8145U / 2.1 GHz AMD A9 9425 / 3.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.9 GHz 3.7 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache 4 MB L2 - 1 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15IWL (81N8) Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17AST (81D7)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered)) 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 8 GB 8 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 2133 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 2133 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 1
Empty Slots 0 0
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15IWL (81N8) Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17AST (81D7)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB HDD SATA 6Gb/s / 5400 rpm 1 TB HDD SATA 6Gb/s / 5400 rpm
Optical Drive - DVD-Writer - tray
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15IWL (81N8) Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17AST (81D7)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 AMD Radeon R5
Camera Yes - 720p Yes
Resolution 1 Megapixel 0.3 Megapixel
Camera Features Privacy shutter -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15IWL (81N8) Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17AST (81D7)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller M.2 Card M.2 Card
Network Interface - 10/100 Ethernet
Features Single stream (1x1) Single stream (1x1)
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15IWL (81N8) Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17AST (81D7)
Technology Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 52.5 Wh 30 Wh
Battery Life Up to 10 hours Up to 6 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15IWL (81N8) Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17AST (81D7)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 45 Watt
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15IWL (81N8) Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17AST (81D7)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Multi-touch touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15IWL (81N8) Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17AST (81D7)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 2.0
LAN
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 S340-15IWL (81N8) Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17AST (81D7)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English
Software Included - Microsoft Office (30 days trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15IWL (81N8) Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17AST (81D7)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip -
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, hard drive password, power-on password
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 RoHS
SAR Value 0.847 W/kg (limb), 0.847 W/kg (body) -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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