Lenovo Yoga 520-14IKBR (Lenovo Yoga 520) vs. Lenovo Yoga 530-14IKB (81EK)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo Yoga 520-14IKBR (Lenovo Yoga 520) and Lenovo Yoga 530-14IKB (81EK). 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 Yoga 530-14IKB (81EK) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo Yoga 530-14IKB (81EK) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

flexible 2-in-1 design

responsive touchscreen display

lightweight and portable

solid build quality

affordable price point

average battery life

modest processor speed

limited storage capacity

no dedicated graphics

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo Yoga 520-14IKBR (Lenovo Yoga 520) and Lenovo Yoga 530-14IKB (81EK)
83 % - Design
66 % - Display
72 % - Performance
73 % - Connectivity
72 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo Yoga 520-14IKBR (Lenovo Yoga 520) vs. Lenovo Yoga 530-14IKB (81EK) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo Yoga 520-14IKBR (Lenovo Yoga 520) Lenovo Yoga 530-14IKB (81EK)
Product Type Notebook - flip design Notebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.8 cm x 22.9 cm x 1.99 cm 32.8 cm x 22.9 cm x 1.76 cm
Weight 1.7 kg 1.67 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate, polycarbonate ABS, glass-fibre Polycarbonate, glass-fibre
Colour Onyx black Mineral grey
DISPLAY Lenovo Yoga 520-14IKBR (Lenovo Yoga 520) Lenovo Yoga 530-14IKB (81EK)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 14" - TN
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) Yes (10-point multi-touch)
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 250 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Features Glossy, One Glass Solution, Glass Film Film (GFF) Glossy, One Glass Solution, Direct Bonding technology, Glass Film Film (GFF)
PROCESSOR Lenovo Yoga 520-14IKBR (Lenovo Yoga 520) Lenovo Yoga 530-14IKB (81EK)
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8250U / 1.6 GHz Intel Pentium Gold 4415U / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.4 GHz -
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache 6 MB 2 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo Yoga 520-14IKBR (Lenovo Yoga 520) Lenovo Yoga 530-14IKB (81EK)
RAM 4 GB (1 x 4 GB) 4 GB (1 x 4 GB)
Max RAM Supported 16 GB 16 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 2133 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 2400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 1
Empty Slots 0 0
STORAGE Lenovo Yoga 520-14IKBR (Lenovo Yoga 520) Lenovo Yoga 530-14IKB (81EK)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 500 GB HDD SATA 6Gb/s / 5400 rpm 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo Yoga 520-14IKBR (Lenovo Yoga 520) Lenovo Yoga 530-14IKB (81EK)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 Intel HD Graphics 610
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Resolution 1 Megapixel 1 Megapixel
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Home Theater High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium
Audio Features Harman audio technology Output: Harman audio technology
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo Yoga 520-14IKBR (Lenovo Yoga 520) Lenovo Yoga 530-14IKB (81EK)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller M.2 Card M.2 Card
Features - Single stream (1x1)
BATTERY Lenovo Yoga 520-14IKBR (Lenovo Yoga 520) Lenovo Yoga 530-14IKB (81EK)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 52.5 Wh 45 Wh
Battery Life Up to 10 hours Up to 10 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo Yoga 520-14IKBR (Lenovo Yoga 520) Lenovo Yoga 530-14IKB (81EK)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo Yoga 520-14IKBR (Lenovo Yoga 520) Lenovo Yoga 530-14IKB (81EK)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo Yoga 520-14IKBR (Lenovo Yoga 520) Lenovo Yoga 530-14IKB (81EK)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE Lenovo Yoga 520-14IKBR (Lenovo Yoga 520) Lenovo Yoga 530-14IKB (81EK)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English
Software Included - Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo Yoga 520-14IKBR (Lenovo Yoga 520) Lenovo Yoga 530-14IKB (81EK)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Integrated Options Accelerometer Accelerometer
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington mini security slot Kensington mini 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 Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS
SAR Value - 1.39 W/kg (body), 1.39 W/kg (limb)
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number 14IKBR 81C8 -
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