Lenovo ThinkPad T580 vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad T580 and Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320). 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 T580 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T580 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

flexible 360-degree hinge

affordable price point

lightweight design

solid battery life

chrome os integration

limited storage capacity

average display quality

fewer port options

moderate performance levels

Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

decent processor performance

ample storage capacity

simple user interface

average battery life

basic display quality

limited graphics capability

minimal connectivity options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad T580 and Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320)
82 % - Design
75 % - Display
72 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
69 % - Design
63 % - Display
45 % - Performance
64 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad T580 vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T580 Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.58 cm x 25.28 cm x 2.02 cm 37.8 cm x 26 cm x 2.29 cm
Weight 1.95 kg 2.2 kg
Case Material Glass-fibre reinforced plastic, polyphenylene sulfide Polycarbonate ABS
Colour Black Denim blue | Platinum grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad T580 Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 15.6" - TN
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1366 x 768 (HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 200 cd/m²
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad T580 Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320)
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8250U / 1.6 GHz AMD A9 9420 / 3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.4 GHz 3.6 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache 6 MB 1 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad T580 Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320)
RAM 8 GB 4 GB (1 x 4 GB)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 8 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 2133 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 2400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 1
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad T580 Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 240 GB SSD 1 TB HDD SATA 6Gb/s / 5400 rpm - Seagate
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad T580 Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 AMD Radeon R5
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Resolution - 1 Megapixel
Camera Features ThinkShutter camera privacy -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T580 Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320)
Wireless Bluetooth, Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller - M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet 10/100 Ethernet
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad T580 Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320)
Technology Lithium Ion 2-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) - 30 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 6 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad T580 Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 45 Watt, 20 V, 2.25 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad T580 Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Multi-touch touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T580 Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320)
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
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock
USB 3.1 Gen 1/USB 3.0
USB 2.0
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad T580 Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR)) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad T580 Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip -
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, MIL-STD-810G tested Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password
Compliant Standards ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001 RoHS
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Silver -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number - 15AST 80XV
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