Lenovo Yoga 520-14IKBR (Lenovo Yoga 520) vs. Lenovo Yoga C740-14IML (Lenovo Yoga C740)

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In depth comparison and review of Lenovo Yoga 520-14IKBR (Lenovo Yoga 520) and Lenovo Yoga C740-14IML (Lenovo Yoga C740). 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 C740-14IML (Lenovo Yoga C740) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo Yoga C740-14IML (Lenovo Yoga C740) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

versatile 2-in-1 design

responsive touchscreen display

solid battery life

premium aluminum chassis

good keyboard comfort

limited port selection

no dedicated graphics

average sound quality

reflective screen surface

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Difference between Lenovo Yoga 520-14IKBR (Lenovo Yoga 520) and Lenovo Yoga C740-14IML (Lenovo Yoga C740)
83 % - Design
78 % - Display
75 % - Performance
78 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo Yoga 520-14IKBR (Lenovo Yoga 520) vs. Lenovo Yoga C740-14IML (Lenovo Yoga C740) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo Yoga 520-14IKBR (Lenovo Yoga 520) Lenovo Yoga C740-14IML (Lenovo Yoga C740)
Product Type Notebook - flip design Notebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.8 cm x 22.9 cm x 1.99 cm 32.18 cm x 21.46 cm x 1.69 cm
Weight 1.7 kg 1.4 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate, polycarbonate ABS, glass-fibre Aluminum
Colour Onyx black Mica | Grey iron
DISPLAY Lenovo Yoga 520-14IKBR (Lenovo Yoga 520) Lenovo Yoga C740-14IML (Lenovo Yoga C740)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 14" - IPS
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) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 72% NTSC
Features Glossy, One Glass Solution, Glass Film Film (GFF) Anti-glare, Dolby Vision, 72% NTSC colour gamut
PROCESSOR Lenovo Yoga 520-14IKBR (Lenovo Yoga 520) Lenovo Yoga C740-14IML (Lenovo Yoga C740)
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8250U / 1.6 GHz Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 10210U / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.4 GHz 4.2 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 6 MB 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo Yoga 520-14IKBR (Lenovo Yoga 520) Lenovo Yoga C740-14IML (Lenovo Yoga C740)
RAM 4 GB (1 x 4 GB) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 16 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 2666 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 2666 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE Lenovo Yoga 520-14IKBR (Lenovo Yoga 520) Lenovo Yoga C740-14IML (Lenovo Yoga C740)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 500 GB HDD SATA 6Gb/s / 5400 rpm 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo Yoga 520-14IKBR (Lenovo Yoga 520) Lenovo Yoga C740-14IML (Lenovo Yoga C740)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 Intel UHD Graphics
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Resolution 1 Megapixel -
Camera Features - Privacy shutter
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Home Theater High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
Audio Features Harman audio technology -
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo Yoga 520-14IKBR (Lenovo Yoga 520) Lenovo Yoga C740-14IML (Lenovo Yoga C740)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller M.2 Card Intel Wireless-AC 9560 - M.2 Card
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo Yoga 520-14IKBR (Lenovo Yoga 520) Lenovo Yoga C740-14IML (Lenovo Yoga C740)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 52.5 Wh 51 Wh
Battery Life Up to 10 hours Up to 13 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo Yoga 520-14IKBR (Lenovo Yoga 520) Lenovo Yoga C740-14IML (Lenovo Yoga C740)
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 C740-14IML (Lenovo Yoga C740)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, digitizer, touchpad, digital pen
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo Yoga 520-14IKBR (Lenovo Yoga 520) Lenovo Yoga C740-14IML (Lenovo Yoga C740)
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
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo Yoga 520-14IKBR (Lenovo Yoga 520) Lenovo Yoga C740-14IML (Lenovo Yoga C740)
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 C740-14IML (Lenovo Yoga C740)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter, Lenovo Active Pen
Integrated Options Accelerometer Accelerometer
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington mini security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password Administrator password, power-on password
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS
SAR Value - 1.054 W/kg (body), 1.054 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number 14IKBR 81C8 14IML 81TC
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