Lenovo Yoga 730-15IKB (81CU) vs. Lenovo Yoga 900S-12ISK (80ML)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo Yoga 730-15IKB (81CU) and Lenovo Yoga 900S-12ISK (80ML). 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 730-15IKB (81CU) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo Yoga 730-15IKB (81CU) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

flexible 2-in-1 design

responsive touchscreen display

solid build quality

decent battery life

good overall performance

heavier than competitors

limited port selection

noisy under load

average color accuracy

Lenovo Yoga 900S-12ISK (80ML) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo Yoga 900S-12ISK (80ML) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight and portable

high-resolution display

innovative hinge design

solid battery life

responsive touch screen

limited port selection

moderate processing power

higher price point

no dedicated graphics

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo Yoga 730-15IKB (81CU) and Lenovo Yoga 900S-12ISK (80ML)
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
78 % - Connectivity
72 % - Battery
81 % - Design
82 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
78 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo Yoga 730-15IKB (81CU) vs. Lenovo Yoga 900S-12ISK (80ML) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo Yoga 730-15IKB (81CU) Lenovo Yoga 900S-12ISK (80ML)
Product Type Notebook - flip design Notebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36 cm x 24.9 cm x 1.715 cm 30.5 cm x 20.8 cm x 1.28 cm
Weight 1.89 kg 999 g
Case Material Aluminum Aluminum, carbon fibre, magnesium-aluminum alloy
Colour Iron grey Champagne gold
DISPLAY Lenovo Yoga 730-15IKB (81CU) Lenovo Yoga 900S-12ISK (80ML)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 12.5" - 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) 2560 x 1440 (WQHD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Features Anti-glare Glossy
PROCESSOR Lenovo Yoga 730-15IKB (81CU) Lenovo Yoga 900S-12ISK (80ML)
CPU Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8550U / 1.8 GHz Intel Core m5 (6th Gen) 6Y54 / 1.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4 GHz 2.7 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache 8 MB 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo Yoga 730-15IKB (81CU) Lenovo Yoga 900S-12ISK (80ML)
RAM 16 GB (1 x 8 GB + 8 GB (soldered)) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 16 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR3 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 1600 MHz / PC3L-12800
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 1600 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE Lenovo Yoga 730-15IKB (81CU) Lenovo Yoga 900S-12ISK (80ML)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - Samsung
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo Yoga 730-15IKB (81CU) Lenovo Yoga 900S-12ISK (80ML)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 / Intel UHD Graphics 620 Intel HD Graphics 515
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR5 SDRAM -
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Resolution 1 Megapixel 1 Megapixel
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Conexant CX11870 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium
Audio Features JBL -
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo Yoga 730-15IKB (81CU) Lenovo Yoga 900S-12ISK (80ML)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 Bluetooth 4.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac
Wireless Controller M.2 Card Broadcom BCM4350 - M.2 Card
BATTERY Lenovo Yoga 730-15IKB (81CU) Lenovo Yoga 900S-12ISK (80ML)
Technology Lithium Ion 4-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 51.5 Wh 53 Wh
Battery Life Up to 11 hours Up to 10.5 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo Yoga 730-15IKB (81CU) Lenovo Yoga 900S-12ISK (80ML)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 90 Watt 40 Watt, 20 V, 2 A
INPUT Lenovo Yoga 730-15IKB (81CU) Lenovo Yoga 900S-12ISK (80ML)
Type Keyboard, digitizer, touchpad, digital pen Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Multi-touch touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo Yoga 730-15IKB (81CU) Lenovo Yoga 900S-12ISK (80ML)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports Thunderbolt 3)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.0
USB 2.0 (DC-In combo)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C
SOFTWARE Lenovo Yoga 730-15IKB (81CU) Lenovo Yoga 900S-12ISK (80ML)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo Yoga 730-15IKB (81CU) Lenovo Yoga 900S-12ISK (80ML)
Included Accessories Power adapter, Lenovo Active Pen 2, pen holder Power adapter
Integrated Options Accelerometer, gyro sensor Ambient light sensor, G-sensor
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader -
Features Administrator password, power-on password Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, digital compass, 1 USB 3.0 with Video-out
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 1 year
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