Lenovo V340-17IWL (81RG) vs. ASUS X515EA (BQ959W)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo V340-17IWL (81RG) and ASUS X515EA (BQ959W). 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 V340-17IWL (81RG) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo V340-17IWL (81RG) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

large display

ample storage options

decent processor performance

variety of ports

heavyweight design

average battery life

mediocre graphics

limited color accuracy

ASUS X515EA (BQ959W) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS X515EA (BQ959W) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price point

lightweight design

solid state drive included

decent battery life

full hd display

average processor speed

limited graphics performance

no backlit keyboard

fewer usb ports

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo V340-17IWL (81RG) and ASUS X515EA (BQ959W)
73 % - Design
65 % - Display
59 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
74 % - Design
75 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo V340-17IWL (81RG) vs. ASUS X515EA (BQ959W) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo V340-17IWL (81RG) ASUS X515EA (BQ959W)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 41.3 cm x 28.46 cm x 2.43 cm 36 cm x 23.5 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 2.8 kg 1.8 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS Plastic
Colour Iron grey Transparent silver (LCD cover), transparent silver (top), slate grey (bottom)
DISPLAY Lenovo V340-17IWL (81RG) ASUS X515EA (BQ959W)
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" - TN 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1400 x 900 (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 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, IPS-level, 83% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR Lenovo V340-17IWL (81RG) ASUS X515EA (BQ959W)
CPU Intel Core i3 (8th Gen) 8145U / 2.1 GHz Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.9 GHz 4.2 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 4 MB 8 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo V340-17IWL (81RG) ASUS X515EA (BQ959W)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 8 GB
Max RAM Supported 16 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz -
Rated Speed 2400 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE Lenovo V340-17IWL (81RG) ASUS X515EA (BQ959W)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
Optical Drive DVD-Writer - tray -
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo V340-17IWL (81RG) ASUS X515EA (BQ959W)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - VGA
Camera Features Privacy shutter -
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Speakers, microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium -
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo V340-17IWL (81RG) ASUS X515EA (BQ959W)
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 V340-17IWL (81RG) ASUS X515EA (BQ959W)
Technology Lithium Ion 2-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 36 Wh 37 Wh
Battery Life Up to 6.5 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo V340-17IWL (81RG) ASUS X515EA (BQ959W)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A
INPUT Lenovo V340-17IWL (81RG) ASUS X515EA (BQ959W)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Features - Chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo V340-17IWL (81RG) ASUS X515EA (BQ959W)
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
HDMI
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
SOFTWARE Lenovo V340-17IWL (81RG) ASUS X515EA (BQ959W)
Operating System (OS) No operating system Windows 11 Home
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo V340-17IWL (81RG) ASUS X515EA (BQ959W)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) solution
Security Slot Type Kensington mini 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 -
Compliant Standards RoHS, ERP -
Repairability Index - 6.2 (out of 10)
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return -
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