Lenovo ThinkPad L480 (20LS) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S)

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Lenovo ThinkPad L480 (20LS)
Lenovo ThinkPad L480 (20LS)
Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S)
Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S)

Our Rating: 72 %

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad L480 (20LS) and Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S). With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare dimensions, performance, storage, functions, but also other key features of both laptops and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the laptop that best fits your needs and expectations.

Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

sleek design

lightweight build

decent processor speed

full hd display

average battery life

limited storage capacity

no backlit keyboard

mediocre sound quality

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Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad L480 (20LS) and Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S)
75 % - Design
64 % - Display
65 % - Performance
73 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad L480 (20LS) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L480 (20LS) Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 33.5 cm x 23.5 cm x 2.25 cm 35.84 cm x 24.41 cm x 1.94 cm
Weight 1.68 kg 1.87 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS
Colour Black Platinum grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad L480 (20LS) Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 15.6" - TN
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1366 x 768 (HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 220 cd/m² 220 cd/m²
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad L480 (20LS) Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S)
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8250U / 1.6 GHz Intel Pentium Gold 4415U / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.4 GHz -
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache 6 MB 2 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, integrated memory controller, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad L480 (20LS) Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S)
RAM 4 GB (1 x 4 GB) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 12 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 2133 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 2133 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 1
Empty Slots 1 1
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad L480 (20LS) Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 500 GB HDD SATA 6Gb/s / 7200 rpm - Seagate 128 GB SSD 2.5" (7 mm) SATA 6Gb/s
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad L480 (20LS) Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 Intel HD Graphics 610
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Resolution - 1 Megapixel
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L480 (20LS) Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8265 - M.2 Card M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features - Single stream (1x1)
WWAN
Generation 4G -
Technology LTE -
Controller FIBOCOM L830-EB - M.2 Card -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad L480 (20LS) Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 45 Wh 30 Wh
Battery Life Up to 12.2 hours Up to 6 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad L480 (20LS) Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 20 V, 3.25 A 45 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad L480 (20LS) Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Multi-touch touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L480 (20LS) Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S)
Slots 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free) -
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock
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 Yes (microSD) 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad L480 (20LS) Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Home in S mode - English
Software Included - Microsoft Office (30 days trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad L480 (20LS) Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington mini 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, ThinkVantage Active Protection System, MIL-STD-810G tested Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Silver
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number - 15IKB 81F5
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