Lenovo ThinkPad T480s vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17AST (81D7)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad T480s and Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17AST (81D7). 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 ThinkPad T480s Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T480s based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

impressive battery life

good security features

reliable performance

mediocre display quality

limited graphics power

heavier than competitors

noisy under load

Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17AST (81D7) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17AST (81D7) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price point

ample storage capacity

decent processor speed

large display size

robust build quality

average battery life

mediocre graphics card

limited port selection

heavier design

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad T480s and Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17AST (81D7)
81 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
78 % - Battery
65 % - Design
66 % - Display
45 % - Performance
65 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad T480s vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17AST (81D7) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T480s Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17AST (81D7)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) - 41.8 cm x 29.26 cm x 2.49 cm
Weight - 2.8 kg
Case Material - Polycarbonate ABS
Colour - Platinum grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad T480s Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17AST (81D7)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 17.3" - TN
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 - 200 cd/m²
Features - Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad T480s Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17AST (81D7)
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) AMD A9 9425 / 3.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 3.7 GHz
Number of Cores - Dual-Core
Cache - L2 - 1 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad T480s Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17AST (81D7)
RAM 8 GB 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 8 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 2133 MHz
Rated Speed - 2133 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad T480s Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17AST (81D7)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD 1 TB HDD SATA 6Gb/s / 5400 rpm
Optical Drive - DVD-Writer - tray
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad T480s Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17AST (81D7)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics AMD Radeon R5
Camera Yes Yes
Resolution - 0.3 Megapixel
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T480s Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17AST (81D7)
Wireless Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller - M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet 10/100 Ethernet
Features - Single stream (1x1)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad T480s Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17AST (81D7)
Technology - Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) - 30 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 6 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad T480s Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17AST (81D7)
Input - AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 45 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad T480s Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17AST (81D7)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Features - Multi-touch touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T480s Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17AST (81D7)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 2.0
LAN
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad T480s Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17AST (81D7)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English
Software Included - Microsoft Office (30 days trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad T480s Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17AST (81D7)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader -
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features - Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password
Compliant Standards ISO 9001, ISO 14001, MIL-STD 810G, BS 8887, ISO 45001, ISO 8887 RoHS
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - replacement - 1 year Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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