Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 320S-15AST (80YB)

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Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4)
Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4)

Our Rating: 78 %

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) and Lenovo IdeaPad 320S-15AST (80YB). 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 T590 (20N4) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

impressive battery life

solid performance

good security features

heavier than competitors

average display brightness

limited graphics power

noisy under load

Lenovo IdeaPad 320S-15AST (80YB) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 320S-15AST (80YB) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

sleek design

lightweight build

decent processor speed

solid state drive storage

average battery life

limited graphics performance

no backlit keyboard

mediocre display quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) and Lenovo IdeaPad 320S-15AST (80YB)
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
72 % - Design
63 % - Display
45 % - Performance
65 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 320S-15AST (80YB) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) Lenovo IdeaPad 320S-15AST (80YB)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.58 cm x 24.8 cm x 1.91 cm 36.27 cm x 25.2 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.75 kg 1.9 kg
Case Material Glass-fibre, polyphenylene sulfide, polyamide -
Colour Black Mineral grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) Lenovo IdeaPad 320S-15AST (80YB)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 15.6" - TN
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution - 1366 x 768 (HD)
Widescreen - Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:9
Image Brightness - 200 cd/m²
Features - Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) Lenovo IdeaPad 320S-15AST (80YB)
CPU No CPU AMD A6 9220 / 2.5 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 2.9 GHz
Number of Cores - Dual-Core
Cache - L2 - 1 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) Lenovo IdeaPad 320S-15AST (80YB)
RAM 0 GB 4 GB (1 x 4 GB)
Max RAM Supported 48 GB 8 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 1866 MHz
Rated Speed - 2400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 1
Empty Slots 1 0
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) Lenovo IdeaPad 320S-15AST (80YB)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) - 1 TB HDD SATA 6Gb/s / 5400 rpm - Seagate
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) Lenovo IdeaPad 320S-15AST (80YB)
Graphics Processor (GPU) - AMD Radeon R4
Camera - Yes
Resolution - 0.3 Megapixel
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium Dolby Audio
Audio Features - Harman audio technology
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) Lenovo IdeaPad 320S-15AST (80YB)
Wireless - 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller - Atheros NFA435
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) Lenovo IdeaPad 320S-15AST (80YB)
Technology Lithium Ion 2-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 57 Wh 30 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 9 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) Lenovo IdeaPad 320S-15AST (80YB)
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 T590 (20N4) Lenovo IdeaPad 320S-15AST (80YB)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) Lenovo IdeaPad 320S-15AST (80YB)
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)
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock
USB 3.0
USB 2.0 (Always On)
HDMI
USB-C 3.0
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) Lenovo IdeaPad 320S-15AST (80YB)
Operating System (OS) No operating system Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) Lenovo IdeaPad 320S-15AST (80YB)
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 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, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password
Compliant Standards RoHS -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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