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

Dell Latitude 5540 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Dell Latitude 5540 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

efficient performance

excellent battery life

bright display

good connectivity options

heavier than competitors

basic audio quality

limited graphics performance

pricey base model

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo V155-15API (81V5) and Dell Latitude 5540
69 % - Design
64 % - Display
65 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
86 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo V155-15API (81V5) vs. Dell Latitude 5540 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo V155-15API (81V5) Dell Latitude 5540
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.3 cm x 25.4 cm x 2.29 cm 35.78 cm x 23.33 cm x 2.28 cm
Weight 2.2 kg 1.613 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS -
Colour Iron grey Grey
DISPLAY Lenovo V155-15API (81V5) Dell Latitude 5540
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - TN 15.6" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Pixel Density (ppi) - 141
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 -
Image Brightness 220 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, ±80° horizontal viewing angle, ±80° vertical viewing angle, 35 ms response rate, 0.179 mm pixel pitch
PROCESSOR Lenovo V155-15API (81V5) Dell Latitude 5540
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 3500U / 2.1 GHz Intel Core i5 (13th Gen) 1335U / 1.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.7 GHz 4.6 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 10-core
Cache L3 - 4 MB L3 - 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo V155-15API (81V5) Dell Latitude 5540
RAM 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered)) 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 16 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC
Speed 2400 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 2
Empty Slots 0 1
STORAGE Lenovo V155-15API (81V5) Dell Latitude 5540
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2230 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe), Class 35
Optical Drive DVD-Writer - tray -
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo V155-15API (81V5) Dell Latitude 5540
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Vega 8 Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 1920 x 1080 (standard), 640 x 360 (infrared)
Resolution - 2.07 Megapixel (standard), 0.23 Megapixel (infrared)
Camera Features Privacy shutter Privacy shutter, IR/RGB camera, Temporal Noise Reduction, 80 degrees, 86.6 degrees (IR camera)
Image Sensor Type - CMOS
Video Resolutions - 1920 x 1080
Frame Rate - 30 frames per second
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio High Definition Audio
Audio Features - Output: MaxxAudio 12.0, Realtek Waves
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo V155-15API (81V5) Dell Latitude 5540
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 Bluetooth, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller M.2 Card Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 - M.2 2230
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo V155-15API (81V5) Dell Latitude 5540
Technology Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 36 Wh 54 Wh
Battery Life Up to 5 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo V155-15API (81V5) Dell Latitude 5540
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-200 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 15 / 20 V
INPUT Lenovo V155-15API (81V5) Dell Latitude 5540
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo V155-15API (81V5) Dell Latitude 5540
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
LAN
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (PowerShare)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC)
SOFTWARE Lenovo V155-15API (81V5) Dell Latitude 5540
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - Dutch / English / French / German / Italian Windows 11 Pro - Dutch / English / French / German / Italian
Software Included - Microsoft Office (30 days trial, excludes office licence)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo V155-15API (81V5) Dell Latitude 5540
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Noble Wedge 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 ExpressCharge, Dell ControlVault 3, ExpressChargeBoost
Compliant Standards RoHS FIPS 140-2, TCG Certified, TCO Certified 9.0
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 0 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 10 - 90% (non-condensing)
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return -
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