Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) vs. Lenovo V340-17IWL (81RG)

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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 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 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 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 T590 (20N4) and Lenovo V340-17IWL (81RG)
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
73 % - Design
65 % - Display
59 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) vs. Lenovo V340-17IWL (81RG) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) Lenovo V340-17IWL (81RG)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.58 cm x 24.8 cm x 1.91 cm 41.3 cm x 28.46 cm x 2.43 cm
Weight 1.75 kg 2.8 kg
Case Material Glass-fibre, polyphenylene sulfide, polyamide Polycarbonate ABS
Colour Black Iron grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) Lenovo V340-17IWL (81RG)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 17.3" - TN
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution - 1400 x 900 (HD+)
Widescreen - Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:9
Image Brightness - 220 cd/m²
Features - Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) Lenovo V340-17IWL (81RG)
CPU No CPU 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 T590 (20N4) Lenovo V340-17IWL (81RG)
RAM 0 GB 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 48 GB 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 1
Empty Slots 1 0
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) Lenovo V340-17IWL (81RG)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) - 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe)
Optical Drive - DVD-Writer - tray
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) Lenovo V340-17IWL (81RG)
Graphics Processor (GPU) - Intel UHD Graphics 620
Camera - Yes - 720p
Camera Features - Privacy shutter
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 Premium
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) Lenovo V340-17IWL (81RG)
Wireless - 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller - M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) Lenovo V340-17IWL (81RG)
Technology Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 57 Wh 36 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 6.5 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) Lenovo V340-17IWL (81RG)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 45 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) Lenovo V340-17IWL (81RG)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) 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)
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) Lenovo V340-17IWL (81RG)
Operating System (OS) No operating system No operating system
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) Lenovo V340-17IWL (81RG)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Firmware 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, RapidCharge
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS, ERP
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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