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

HP 14s Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP 14s based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

compact design

solid build quality

decent battery life

fast ssd storage

average display quality

limited port selection

no backlit keyboard

modest processor performance

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13IML (81XA) and HP 14s
82 % - Design
84 % - Display
78 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
74 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13IML (81XA) vs. HP 14s Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13IML (81XA) HP 14s
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 29.69 cm x 20.85 cm x 1.595 cm 32.4 cm x 22.5 cm x 1.79 cm
Weight 1.25 kg 1.46 kg
Case Material Aluminum, glass -
Colour Light silver Natural silver
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13IML (81XA) HP 14s
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" 14" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 -
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB -
Features Glossy, Wide Viewing Angle Anti-glare, Micro Edge, 79.08% screen-to-body ratio (without speakers)
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13IML (81XA) HP 14s
CPU Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 10210U / 1.6 GHz Intel Core i3 (11th Gen) 1115G4
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 4.1 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache 6 MB L3 - 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13IML (81XA) HP 14s
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) (1 x 4 GB)
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC
Speed 2666 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz 3200 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13IML (81XA) HP 14s
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 128 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe), triple-level cell (TLC)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13IML (81XA) HP 14s
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics Intel UHD Graphics
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - HD
Resolution 1 Megapixel -
Camera Features IR camera, ToF sensor HP TrueVision HD
Video Resolutions - 720p
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio -
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13IML (81XA) HP 14s
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller M.2 Card Realtek RTL8822CE
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2), MU-MIMO
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13IML (81XA) HP 14s
Technology Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 56 Wh 41 Wh
Battery Life Up to 18.5 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13IML (81XA) HP 14s
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 65 Watt 45 Watt
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13IML (81XA) HP 14s
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, imagepad
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Multi-touch touchpad, precision touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13IML (81XA) HP 14s
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
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - Yes (SD Card)
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13IML (81XA) HP 14s
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English Windows 11 Home in S mode
Software Included Microsoft Office (30 days trial) -
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13IML (81XA) HP 14s
Included Accessories Power adapter HP 45 Watt Smart AC Adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip -
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge -
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 -
SAR Value 0.599 W/kg (body), 0.599 W/kg (limb) -
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Silver
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 - parts and labour - 1 year
Model Number - dq2507sa
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