Lenovo ThinkPad L13 (20R4) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330)

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Lenovo ThinkPad L13 (20R4)
Lenovo ThinkPad L13 (20R4)

Our Rating: 78 %

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad L13 (20R4) and Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330). 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 L13 (20R4) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad L13 (20R4) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

good battery life

compact and portable

reliable performance

average display quality

limited graphics power

no thunderbolt support

higher price segment

Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) Review

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

affordable price

large screen size

ample storage capacity

decent processor speed

simple design

average battery life

modest graphics performance

heavy build

no backlit keyboard

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad L13 (20R4) and Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330)
83 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
66 % - Design
65 % - Display
45 % - Performance
65 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad L13 (20R4) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L13 (20R4) Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.15 cm x 21.9 cm x 1.76 cm 41.8 cm x 29.26 cm x 2.49 cm
Weight 1.38 kg 2.8 kg
Case Material Aluminum, glass-fibre reinforced plastic Polycarbonate ABS
Colour Black Platinum grey | Onyx black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad L13 (20R4) Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - IPS 17.3" - TN
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) -
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 300 cd/m² 200 cd/m²
Features Anti-glare, on-cell touch technology, 170° viewing angle Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad L13 (20R4) Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330)
CPU Intel Core i3 (10th Gen) 10110U / 2.1 GHz AMD A6 9225 / 2.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.1 GHz 3.1 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 ThinkPad L13 (20R4) Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 8 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz 2133 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz 2133 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad L13 (20R4) Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Samsung 1 TB HDD / 5400 rpm
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad L13 (20R4) Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics AMD Radeon R4
Camera Yes - 720p Yes
Resolution - 0.3 Megapixel
Camera Features ThinkShutter camera privacy Fixed focus
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Codec Conexant CX11880 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L13 (20R4) Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller Intel Wireless-AC 9560 - M.2 Card M.2 Card
Network Interface - 10/100 Ethernet
Features Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter Single stream (1x1)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad L13 (20R4) Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 46 Wh 30 Wh
Battery Life Up to 14.1 hours Up to 6 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad L13 (20R4) Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 45 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad L13 (20R4) Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Multi-touch touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L13 (20R4) Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 2.0
LAN
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad L13 (20R4) Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English
Software Included - Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad L13 (20R4) Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, smart card reader -
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS
SAR Value 0.98 W/kg (body), 0.98 W/kg (limb) -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold EPEAT Silver
TCO Certified TCO Certified Notebooks 8 -
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number - 17AST 81D7
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