Lenovo ThinkPad X250 vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X250 and Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330). Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

Lenovo ThinkPad X250 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X250 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

impressive battery life

compact and portable

good security features

average display quality

limited graphics performance

noisy under load

older processor model

Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) Review

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

affordable price

solid build quality

adequate port selection

easy to upgrade

decent keyboard

mediocre battery life

low-resolution display

sluggish performance

limited graphics power

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X250 and Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330)
85 % - Design
66 % - Display
65 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
66 % - Design
64 % - Display
45 % - Performance
63 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X250 vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X250 Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30.48 cm x 20.83 cm x 2.03 cm 37.8 cm x 26 cm x 2.29 cm
Weight 1.31 kg 2.2 kg
Case Material Glass-fibre reinforced plastic Polycarbonate ABS
Colour Black Platinum grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X250 Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330)
Screen Size (Type) 12.5" 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 - 200 cd/m²
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X250 Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330)
CPU Intel Core i5 (5th Gen) 5300U / 2.3 GHz AMD A9 9425 / 3.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.9 GHz 3.7 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache 3 MB L2 - 1 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X250 Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330)
RAM 4 GB (1 x 4 GB) 4 GB (1 x 4 GB)
Max RAM Supported 16 GB 8 GB
RAM Type DDR3L SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 2133 MHz
Rated Speed - 2133 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 204-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 1
Empty Slots 0 0
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X250 Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 120 GB SSD 1 TB HDD SATA 6Gb/s / 5400 rpm
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X250 Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 5500 AMD Radeon R5
Camera Yes - 720p Yes
Resolution - 0.3 Megapixel
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3232 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X250 Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330)
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
Features - Single stream (1x1)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X250 Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330)
Technology Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) - 30 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 4 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X250 Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt 45 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X250 Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Multi-touch touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X250 Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330)
Interfaces USB 3.0
VGA
Mini DisplayPort
LAN
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.0 (Always On)
USB 2.0
USB 3.1 Gen 1
LAN
HDMI
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 X250 Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR)) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English
Software Included - Microsoft Office (30 days trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X250 Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) 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, ThinkEngine, MIL-STD-810G tested Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password
Compliant Standards ISO 9001, ISO 14001, RoHS, GREENGUARD, 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 81D6
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