Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15API (81UT)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0) and Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15API (81UT). 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 S730-13IWL (81J0) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

slim, lightweight design

full hd display

solid state drive

good battery life

backlit keyboard

limited port selection

no dedicated gpu

average audio quality

higher price range

Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15API (81UT) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15API (81UT) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

decent processor performance

sufficient connectivity options

simple user interface

average display quality

limited battery life

modest graphics capability

no backlight keyboard

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0) and Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15API (81UT)
86 % - Design
78 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
72 % - Battery
69 % - Design
63 % - Display
65 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15API (81UT) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15API (81UT)
Product Type Notebook - 180-degree hinge design Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30.7 cm x 21 cm x 1.19 cm 36.22 cm x 25.15 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.1 kg 1.85 kg
Case Material Aluminum Polycarbonate ABS
Colour Platinum Granite black IMR
DISPLAY Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15API (81UT)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - IPS 15.6" - TN
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 300 cd/m² 220 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 72% NTSC -
Features Glossy, glass cover, 72% NTSC colour gamut Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15API (81UT)
CPU Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8565U / 1.8 GHz AMD Ryzen 3 3200U / 2.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.6 GHz 3.5 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache 8 MB L3 - 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15API (81UT)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported - 12 GB
RAM Type LPDDR3 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2133 MHz 2400 MHz
Rated Speed 2133 MHz 2400 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15API (81UT)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15API (81UT)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 AMD Radeon Vega 3
Camera Yes - 720p Yes
Resolution 1 Megapixel 0.3 Megapixel
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features Output: JBL -
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15API (81UT)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2
Wireless Controller M.2 Card M.2 Card
Features - Single stream (1x1)
BATTERY Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15API (81UT)
Technology Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 42 Wh 30 Wh
Battery Life Up to 12 hours Up to 4 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15API (81UT)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15API (81UT)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15API (81UT)
Interfaces USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3) (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 2.0
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15API (81UT)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Home in S mode - English
Software Included - Microsoft Office (30 days trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15API (81UT)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Security Fingerprint reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Features Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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