Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15ICH (Lenovo IdeaPad 330)

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Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF)
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF)

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) and Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15ICH (Lenovo IdeaPad 330). 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 IdeaPad 330-15ICH (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15ICH (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust processing power

affordable price point

decent build quality

ample storage capacity

full hd display

average battery life

heavier design

limited port selection

no thunderbolt support

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) and Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15ICH (Lenovo IdeaPad 330)
71 % - Design
64 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15ICH (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15ICH (Lenovo IdeaPad 330)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.18 cm x 24.57 cm 37.8 cm x 26 cm x 2.29 cm
Weight - 2.2 kg
Case Material Aluminum, glass-fibre reinforced plastic, carbon fibre reinforced plastic Polycarbonate ABS
Colour Black Onyx black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15ICH (Lenovo IdeaPad 330)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution - 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen - Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness - 200 cd/m²
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15ICH (Lenovo IdeaPad 330)
CPU No CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8300H / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 4 GHz
Number of Cores - Quad-Core
Cache - 8 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
Chipset Mobile Intel CM246 Intel H370
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15ICH (Lenovo IdeaPad 330)
RAM - 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
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 2 1
Empty Slots 2 1
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15ICH (Lenovo IdeaPad 330)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) - 1 TB HDD SATA 6Gb/s / 5400 rpm
SSD Cache - 16 GB 3D Xpoint (Optane) (M.2)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15ICH (Lenovo IdeaPad 330)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) - NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 / Intel UHD Graphics 630
Video Memory - 2 GB GDDR5 SDRAM
Camera - Yes - 720p
Resolution - 1 Megapixel
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3286 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium, Dolby Atmos High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15ICH (Lenovo IdeaPad 330)
Wireless - 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller - M.2 Card
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15ICH (Lenovo IdeaPad 330)
Technology Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 80 Wh 45 Wh
Battery Life Up to 14.9 hours Up to 8 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15ICH (Lenovo IdeaPad 330)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 135 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15ICH (Lenovo IdeaPad 330)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Multi-touch touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15ICH (Lenovo IdeaPad 330)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 3)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1/USB 3.0
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
LAN
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card, SDXC UHS-II Card) 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15ICH (Lenovo IdeaPad 330)
Operating System (OS) No operating system Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15ICH (Lenovo IdeaPad 330)
Included Accessories 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 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 RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
SAR Value 0.193 W/kg (body), 0.193 W/kg (limb) -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number - 15ICH 81FK
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