Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NM) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-14AST-05 (Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-14AST)

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Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NM)
Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NM)

Our Rating: 78 %

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NM) and Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-14AST-05 (Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-14AST). 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 (20NM) Review

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

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

good battery life

compact and portable

efficient thermal management

average display brightness

limited storage capacity

no dedicated GPU

higher price segment

Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-14AST-05 (Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-14AST) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-14AST-05 (Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-14AST) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

decent battery life

solid build quality

quiet operation

modest performance

limited storage capacity

basic display quality

few connectivity options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NM) and Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-14AST-05 (Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-14AST)
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
72 % - Battery
69 % - Design
63 % - Display
45 % - Performance
65 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NM) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-14AST-05 (Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-14AST) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NM) Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-14AST-05 (Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-14AST)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.19 cm x 21.72 cm x 1.69 cm 32.71 cm x 23.5 cm x 2.09 cm
Weight 1.28 kg 1.4 kg
Case Material Glass-fibre, magnesium-aluminum alloy, polyphenylene sulfide Polycarbonate ABS
Colour Black Platinum grey | Flame orange | Ice blue
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NM) Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-14AST-05 (Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-14AST)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - IPS 14" - 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 300 cd/m² 220 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 72% -
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NM) Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-14AST-05 (Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-14AST)
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 Pro 3500U / 2.1 GHz AMD A4 9120e / 1.5 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.7 GHz 2.2 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache L3 - 4 MB L2 - 1 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NM) Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-14AST-05 (Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-14AST)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 1866 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz 1866 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NM) Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-14AST-05 (Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-14AST)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - SK Hynix 64 GB eMMC - eMMC 5.1
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NM) Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-14AST-05 (Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-14AST)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Vega 8 AMD Radeon R3
Camera Yes - 720p Yes
Resolution - 0.3 Megapixel
Camera Features ThinkShutter camera privacy Fixed focus
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NM) Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-14AST-05 (Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-14AST)
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 - Single stream (1x1)
WWAN
Generation 4G -
Technology LTE Advanced -
Controller FIBOCOM L850-GL - M.2 Card -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NM) Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-14AST-05 (Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-14AST)
Technology 6-cell Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 48 Wh 35 Wh
Battery Life Up to 14.5 hours Up to 8 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NM) Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-14AST-05 (Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-14AST)
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 (20NM) Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-14AST-05 (Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-14AST)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NM) Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-14AST-05 (Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-14AST)
Slots 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free) -
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
LAN (on supplied cable)
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NM) Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-14AST-05 (Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-14AST)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Home in S mode - English
Software Included - Microsoft 365 Personal
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NM) Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-14AST-05 (Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-14AST)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter, ThinkPad Ethernet Extension Cable Gen 2 Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, smart card reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection 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
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Silver -
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number - 05 81VS
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