Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NL) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad L340)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NL) and Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad L340). 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 X395 (20NL) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NL) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

impressive battery life

efficient performance

compact and portable

average display brightness

limited storage capacity

no dedicated GPU

higher price point

Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad L340) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad L340) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

large display size

adequate storage capacity

comfortable keyboard

decent build quality

average battery life

modest graphics performance

heavier design

no usb-c port

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NL) and Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad L340)
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
78 % - Battery
73 % - Design
65 % - Display
65 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NL) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad L340) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NL) Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad L340)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.19 cm x 21.72 cm x 1.69 cm 41.3 cm x 28.46 cm x 2.43 cm
Weight 1.28 kg 2.8 kg
Case Material Glass-fibre, magnesium-aluminum alloy, polyphenylene sulfide Polycarbonate ABS
Colour Black Granite black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NL) Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad L340)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - IPS 17.3" - TN
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1600 x 900 (HD+)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 220 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 72% 60%
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NL) Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad L340)
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 Pro 3500U / 2.1 GHz Intel Core i3 (8th Gen) 8145U / 2.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.7 GHz 3.9 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache L3 - 4 MB 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NL) Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad L340)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported - 16 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 2400 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz -
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NL) Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad L340)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Samsung 1 TB HDD SATA 6Gb/s / 5400 rpm
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NL) Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad L340)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Vega 8 Intel UHD Graphics
Camera Yes - 720p 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
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NL) Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad L340)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2
Wireless Controller Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 9260 M.2 Card
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Compliant Standards DASH -
Features Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter Single stream (1x1)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NL) Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad L340)
Technology 6-cell Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 48 Wh 36 Wh
Battery Life Up to 14.5 hours Up to 7.7 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NL) Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad L340)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 15 / 20 V 45 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NL) Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad L340)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NL) Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad L340)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 2
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Dock
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NL) Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad L340)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NL) Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad L340)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader 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, RapidCharge
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number - 17IWL 81M0
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