Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14IIL (81VV)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) and Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14IIL (81VV). 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 ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight and portable

sharp display resolution

fast SSD storage

good battery life

efficient thermal management

limited port selection

higher price point

no dedicated GPU

average speaker quality

Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14IIL (81VV) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14IIL (81VV) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

sleek design

lightweight build

decent battery life

solid performance

average display quality

limited port selection

no dedicated GPU

moderate storage capacity

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) and Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14IIL (81VV)
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14IIL (81VV) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14IIL (81VV)
Product Type Notebook - 180-degree hinge design Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 29.6 cm x 20.9 cm x 1.29 cm 32.27 cm x 23.05 cm x 1.79 cm
Weight 1.2 kg 1.6 kg
Case Material Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom), glass (display cover) Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS
Colour Dual tone storm grey Platinum grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14IIL (81VV)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - IPS 14" - TN
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:9
Image Brightness 400 cd/m² 220 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB -
Features Glossy, Corning Gorilla glass, anti-fingerprint, 170° viewing angle, Low Power, Dolby Vision, Smart sense panel Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14IIL (81VV)
CPU Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 1255U / 1.7 GHz Intel Core i3 (10th Gen) 1005G1 / 1.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.7 GHz 3.4 GHz
Number of Cores 10-core Dual-Core
Cache 12 MB 4 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
Platform Technology Intel Evo -
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14IIL (81VV)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported - 8 GB
RAM Type LPDDR5 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 4800 MHz 2666 MHz
Rated Speed 4800 MHz 2666 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14IIL (81VV)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14IIL (81VV)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel UHD Graphics
Max Monitors Supported 2 external monitor(s) -
Video System Features Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory) -
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Resolution - 1 Megapixel
Camera Features Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus, ToF sensor Privacy shutter
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3306 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features Harman/kardon stereo speakers, Smart Amp, AI noise cancelling -
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14IIL (81VV)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2
Wireless Controller - M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features Dual stream (2x2) Single stream (1x1)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14IIL (81VV)
Technology Lithium polymer Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 56 Wh 36 Wh
Battery Life Up to 11.4 hours Up to 6 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14IIL (81VV)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 45 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14IIL (81VV)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision glass touchpad, smart sense keyboard backlight Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14IIL (81VV)
Interfaces 2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI (on supplied adapter)
VGA (on supplied adapter)
LAN (on supplied adapter)
USB 3.0 (on supplied adapter)
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)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14IIL (81VV)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro - English Windows 10 Home in S mode - English
Software Included Microsoft Office (Trial) Microsoft Office (30 days trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14IIL (81VV)
Included Accessories USB-C slim power adapter Power adapter
Bundled with ThinkBook USB-C Micro Hub -
Integrated Options Ambient light sensor -
Security Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, MIL-STD-810H tested, Rapid Charge Pro, self-healing BIOS Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge
Compliant Standards RoHS, FSC, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TCG Certified, TUV Rheinland Eyesafe Display, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Hardware Solution) RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
SAR Value - 1.479 W/kg (body), 1.479 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Silver -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 8 - 95% -
Manufacturer Warranty Base warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Extended warranty - 1 year - on-site
Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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