Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0) vs. Lenovo Yoga S740-14IIL (81RS)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0) and Lenovo Yoga S740-14IIL (81RS). 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 Yoga S740-14IIL (81RS) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo Yoga S740-14IIL (81RS) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

impressive 4k display

sleek aluminum design

fast intel core performance

good battery life

thunderbolt 3 support

limited port variety

no dedicated gpu

higher price range

average speaker quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0) and Lenovo Yoga S740-14IIL (81RS)
86 % - Design
78 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
72 % - Battery
81 % - Design
84 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
72 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0) vs. Lenovo Yoga S740-14IIL (81RS) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0) Lenovo Yoga S740-14IIL (81RS)
Product Type Notebook - 180-degree hinge design Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30.7 cm x 21 cm x 1.19 cm 32.235 cm x 21.2 cm x 1.815 cm
Weight 1.1 kg 1.4 kg
Case Material Aluminum Aluminum
Colour Platinum Iron grey
DISPLAY Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0) Lenovo Yoga S740-14IIL (81RS)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - IPS 14"
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 300 cd/m² 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 72% NTSC 72% NTSC
Features Glossy, glass cover, 72% NTSC colour gamut Glossy, Wide Viewing Angle, glass cover, Dolby Vision, 72% NTSC colour gamut
PROCESSOR Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0) Lenovo Yoga S740-14IIL (81RS)
CPU Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8565U / 1.8 GHz Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 1035G4 / 1.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.6 GHz 3.7 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 8 MB 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0) Lenovo Yoga S740-14IIL (81RS)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR3 SDRAM LPDDR4X SDRAM
Speed 2133 MHz 3733 MHz
Rated Speed 2133 MHz 3733 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0) Lenovo Yoga S740-14IIL (81RS)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0) Lenovo Yoga S740-14IIL (81RS)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 Intel Iris Plus Graphics
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Resolution 1 Megapixel -
Camera Features - IR camera, ToF sensor
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
Audio Features Output: JBL -
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0) Lenovo Yoga S740-14IIL (81RS)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Wireless Controller M.2 Card M.2 Card
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0) Lenovo Yoga S740-14IIL (81RS)
Technology Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 42 Wh 62 Wh
Battery Life Up to 12 hours Up to 19 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0) Lenovo Yoga S740-14IIL (81RS)
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 Yoga S740-14IIL (81RS)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0) Lenovo Yoga S740-14IIL (81RS)
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-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.1 Gen 1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
SOFTWARE Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0) Lenovo Yoga S740-14IIL (81RS)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English
Software Included - Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0) Lenovo Yoga S740-14IIL (81RS)
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, power-on password, RapidCharge
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS
SAR Value - 0.439 W/kg (body), 0.439 W/kg (limb)
Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) - 0.439 W/kg (body)
0.439 W/kg (limb)
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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