Lenovo ThinkPad T480s vs. Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15IIL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad T480s and Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15IIL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340). 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 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 S340-15IIL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15IIL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

sleek design

lightweight build

decent battery life

full hd display

average cpu performance

limited port selection

no dedicated gpu

plastic chassis

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad T480s and Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15IIL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340)
81 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
78 % - Battery
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad T480s vs. Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15IIL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T480s Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15IIL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) - 35.8 cm x 24.5 cm x 1.79 cm
Weight - 1.79 kg
Case Material - Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS
Colour - Abyss blue | Platinum grey | Onyx black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad T480s Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15IIL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 15.6" - TN
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 - 220 cd/m²
Features - Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad T480s Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15IIL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340)
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) Intel Core i3 (10th Gen) 1005G1 / 1.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 3.4 GHz
Number of Cores - Dual-Core
Cache - 4 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad T480s Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15IIL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340)
RAM 8 GB 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported - 12 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 2666 MHz
Rated Speed - 2666 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad T480s Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15IIL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad T480s Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15IIL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics Intel UHD Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 1 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes Yes - 720p
Resolution - 1 Megapixel
Camera Features - Privacy shutter
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T480s Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15IIL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340)
Wireless Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2
Wireless Controller - M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features - Single stream (1x1)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad T480s Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15IIL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340)
Technology - Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) - 52.5 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 10.5 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad T480s Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15IIL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340)
Input - AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad T480s Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15IIL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Features - Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T480s Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15IIL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340)
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 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
Memory Card Reader - 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad T480s Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15IIL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro Windows 10 Home in S mode - English
Software Included - Microsoft Office (30 days trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad T480s Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15IIL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security 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, RapidCharge
Compliant Standards ISO 9001, ISO 14001, MIL-STD 810G, BS 8887, ISO 45001, ISO 8887 RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
SAR Value - 1.014 W/kg (limb), 1.014 W/kg (body)
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - replacement - 1 year Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number - 15IIL 81VW
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