Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) vs. Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) and Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0). 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 ThinkPad A285 (20MX) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

compact and portable

strong security features

decent processor performance

average battery life

limited storage capacity

no thunderbolt support

dim display brightness

Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

slim, lightweight design

full hd display

solid state drive

good battery life

backlit keyboard

limited port selection

no dedicated gpu

average audio quality

higher price range

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) and Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0)
86 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
86 % - Design
78 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
72 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) vs. Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30.77 cm x 20.98 cm x 1.74 cm 30.7 cm x 21 cm x 1.19 cm
Weight 1.27 kg 1.1 kg
Case Material Magnesium-aluminum alloy, polyphenylene sulfide Aluminum
Colour Black Platinum
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0)
Screen Size (Type) 12.5" - IPS 13.3" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) -
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 72% NTSC
Features Anti-glare Glossy, glass cover, 72% NTSC colour gamut
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0)
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 Pro 2500U / 2 GHz Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8565U / 1.8 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.6 GHz 4.6 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache L2 - 4 MB 8 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR3 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 2133 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 2133 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - TCG Opal Encryption, NVM Express (NVMe) - Samsung 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Vega 8 Intel UHD Graphics 620
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Resolution - 1 Megapixel
Camera Features ThinkShutter camera privacy -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
Audio Features - Output: JBL
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller Realtek RTL8822BE - M.2 Card M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0)
Technology 6-cell Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 48 Wh 42 Wh
Battery Life Up to 10.55 hours Up to 12 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 20 V, 3.25 A 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 2
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2
HDMI
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock
LAN (on supplied cable)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3) (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington mini security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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