Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13IML (81XA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13IML (81XA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

sleek aluminum design

sharp QHD display

impressive battery life

fast charging support

lightweight and portable

limited port selection

no dedicated GPU

average speaker quality

higher price segment

ASUS BR1100CKA (GJ0423RA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS BR1100CKA (GJ0423RA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

durable design

affordable price

robust parental controls

touchscreen functionality

includes stylus pen

average battery life

modest performance

limited storage capacity

basic display quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13IML (81XA) and ASUS BR1100CKA (GJ0423RA)
82 % - Design
84 % - Display
78 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
72 % - Design
65 % - Display
52 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13IML (81XA) vs. ASUS BR1100CKA (GJ0423RA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13IML (81XA) ASUS BR1100CKA (GJ0423RA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 29.69 cm x 20.85 cm x 1.595 cm 29.46 cm x 20.49 cm x 2 cm
Weight 1.25 kg 1.26 kg
Case Material Aluminum, glass -
Colour Light silver Dark grey
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13IML (81XA) ASUS BR1100CKA (GJ0423RA)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" 11.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA) 1366 x 768 (HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:9
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 220 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 45% NTSC
Features Glossy, Wide Viewing Angle Anti-glare, 63% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13IML (81XA) ASUS BR1100CKA (GJ0423RA)
CPU Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 10210U / 1.6 GHz Intel Celeron N4500 / 1.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 2.8 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache 6 MB 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13IML (81XA) ASUS BR1100CKA (GJ0423RA)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz -
Rated Speed 2666 MHz -
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13IML (81XA) ASUS BR1100CKA (GJ0423RA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 64 GB eMMC
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13IML (81XA) ASUS BR1100CKA (GJ0423RA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics Intel UHD Graphics
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Resolution 1 Megapixel -
Camera Features IR camera, ToF sensor Privacy shutter
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Speakers, array microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio -
Audio Features - Output: ASUS SonicMaster
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13IML (81XA) ASUS BR1100CKA (GJ0423RA)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.3
Wireless Controller M.2 Card -
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13IML (81XA) ASUS BR1100CKA (GJ0423RA)
Technology Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 56 Wh 42 Wh
Battery Life Up to 18.5 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13IML (81XA) ASUS BR1100CKA (GJ0423RA)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 45 Watt, 15 V, 3 A
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13IML (81XA) ASUS BR1100CKA (GJ0423RA)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Spill-resistant, chiclet keyboard, 1.35mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13IML (81XA) ASUS BR1100CKA (GJ0423RA)
Slots - 1 x M.2 2280 (1 free)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
USB 2.0
HDMI 1.4
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (Power Delivery)
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13IML (81XA) ASUS BR1100CKA (GJ0423RA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Pro
Software Included Microsoft Office (30 days trial) MyASUS, Microsoft 365 (1 month trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13IML (81XA) ASUS BR1100CKA (GJ0423RA)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 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 LED indicator, scratch-resistant, tamper-resistant, rubber bumper, MIL-STD-810H tested, splash protection, ASUS Antibacterial Guard
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 ISO 22196, TCO Certified 9.0, Energy Star 8.0
SAR Value 0.599 W/kg (body), 0.599 W/kg (limb) -
Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) 0.599 W/kg (body)
0.599 W/kg (limb)
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Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Model Number - 3Y
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