Lenovo ThinkPad T480s vs. Lenovo V340-17IWL (81RG)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad T480s and Lenovo V340-17IWL (81RG). 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 V340-17IWL (81RG) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo V340-17IWL (81RG) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

large display

ample storage options

decent processor performance

variety of ports

heavyweight design

average battery life

mediocre graphics

limited color accuracy

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad T480s and Lenovo V340-17IWL (81RG)
81 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
78 % - Battery
73 % - Design
65 % - Display
59 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad T480s vs. Lenovo V340-17IWL (81RG) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T480s Lenovo V340-17IWL (81RG)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) - 41.3 cm x 28.46 cm x 2.43 cm
Weight - 2.8 kg
Case Material - Polycarbonate ABS
Colour - Iron grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad T480s Lenovo V340-17IWL (81RG)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 17.3" - TN
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1400 x 900 (HD+)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness - 220 cd/m²
Features - Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad T480s Lenovo V340-17IWL (81RG)
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) Intel Core i3 (8th Gen) 8145U / 2.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 3.9 GHz
Number of Cores - Dual-Core
Cache - 4 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad T480s Lenovo V340-17IWL (81RG)
RAM 8 GB 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 16 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 2400 MHz
Rated Speed - 2400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad T480s Lenovo V340-17IWL (81RG)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe)
Optical Drive - DVD-Writer - tray
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad T480s Lenovo V340-17IWL (81RG)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics Intel UHD Graphics 620
Camera Yes Yes - 720p
Camera Features - Privacy shutter
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T480s Lenovo V340-17IWL (81RG)
Wireless Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller - M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad T480s Lenovo V340-17IWL (81RG)
Technology - Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) - 36 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 6.5 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad T480s Lenovo V340-17IWL (81RG)
Input - AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 45 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad T480s Lenovo V340-17IWL (81RG)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T480s Lenovo V340-17IWL (81RG)
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
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad T480s Lenovo V340-17IWL (81RG)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro No operating system
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad T480s Lenovo V340-17IWL (81RG)
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
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
Compliant Standards ISO 9001, ISO 14001, MIL-STD 810G, BS 8887, ISO 45001, ISO 8887 RoHS, ERP
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - replacement - 1 year Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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