Lenovo V155-15API (81V5) vs. ASUS R521JA (EJ974T)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo V155-15API (81V5) and ASUS R521JA (EJ974T). 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 V155-15API (81V5) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo V155-15API (81V5) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

decent processor performance

ample storage capacity

full hd display

numerical keypad included

average battery life

heavier design

no backlit keyboard

limited port selection

ASUS R521JA (EJ974T) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS R521JA (EJ974T) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

solid build quality

lightweight design

decent battery life

adequate performance

average display quality

limited storage capacity

no backlit keyboard

basic graphics card

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo V155-15API (81V5) and ASUS R521JA (EJ974T)
69 % - Design
64 % - Display
65 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
78 % - Design
72 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo V155-15API (81V5) vs. ASUS R521JA (EJ974T) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo V155-15API (81V5) ASUS R521JA (EJ974T)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.3 cm x 25.4 cm x 2.29 cm 36 cm x 23.5 cm x 2.29 cm
Weight 2.2 kg 1.9 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS -
Colour Iron grey Transparent silver
DISPLAY Lenovo V155-15API (81V5) ASUS R521JA (EJ974T)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - TN 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 220 cd/m² 200 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, 83% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR Lenovo V155-15API (81V5) ASUS R521JA (EJ974T)
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 3500U / 2.1 GHz Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 1035G1 / 1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.7 GHz 3.6 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache L3 - 4 MB 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo V155-15API (81V5) ASUS R521JA (EJ974T)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered)) 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 -
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE Lenovo V155-15API (81V5) ASUS R521JA (EJ974T)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
Optical Drive DVD-Writer - tray -
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo V155-15API (81V5) ASUS R521JA (EJ974T)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Vega 8 Intel UHD Graphics
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - VGA
Camera Features Privacy shutter -
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Speaker, microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio -
Audio Features - Output: ASUS SonicMaster
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo V155-15API (81V5) ASUS R521JA (EJ974T)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller M.2 Card -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features - Single stream (1x1)
BATTERY Lenovo V155-15API (81V5) ASUS R521JA (EJ974T)
Technology Lithium Ion 2-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 36 Wh 32 Wh
Battery Life Up to 5 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo V155-15API (81V5) ASUS R521JA (EJ974T)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A
INPUT Lenovo V155-15API (81V5) ASUS R521JA (EJ974T)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo V155-15API (81V5) ASUS R521JA (EJ974T)
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
LAN
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo V155-15API (81V5) ASUS R521JA (EJ974T)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - Dutch / English / French / German / Italian Windows 10 Home
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo V155-15API (81V5) ASUS R521JA (EJ974T)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 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 -
Compliant Standards RoHS -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return -
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