Acer Extensa 15 (2540) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
Acer Extensa 15 (2540)
Acer Extensa 15 (2540)

Side by side comparison and review of Acer Extensa 15 (2540) and Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S145). Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) 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 storage capacity

basic graphics card

short battery life

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Acer Extensa 15 (2540) and Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
69 % - Design
66 % - Display
65 % - Performance
65 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Acer Extensa 15 (2540) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Acer Extensa 15 (2540) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 38.18 cm x 25.8 cm x 2.46 cm 32.71 cm x 24.1 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 2.4 kg 1.6 kg
Case Material Plastic Polycarbonate ABS
Colour Midnight black Granite black
DISPLAY Acer Extensa 15 (2540) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - TN 14" - TN
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1366 x 768 (HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 220 cd/m² 220 cd/m²
Features Ultra Slim Design, anti-glare, ComfyView, Mercury free, Acer BluelightShield technology, 8 ms response rate Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Acer Extensa 15 (2540) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
CPU Intel Core i3 (6th Gen) 6006U / 2 GHz AMD Ryzen 3 3200U / 2.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 3.5 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache 3 MB L3 - 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Acer Extensa 15 (2540) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
RAM 4 GB (1 x 4 GB) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 16 GB 12 GB
RAM Type DDR3L SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 1600 MHz 2400 MHz
Rated Speed - 2400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 204-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 1
Empty Slots 1 1
STORAGE Acer Extensa 15 (2540) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD - Kingston 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe)
Optical Drive DVD-Writer - tray -
AUDIO & VIDEO Acer Extensa 15 (2540) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 520 AMD Radeon Vega 3
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) -
Camera Yes - 640 x 480 Yes
Resolution 0.3 Megapixel 0.3 Megapixel
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Acer Extensa 15 (2540) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2
Wireless Controller Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 3168 - M.2 Card M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features Wake-on-LAN (WOL) Single stream (1x1)
BATTERY Acer Extensa 15 (2540) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 48 Wh 30 Wh
Battery Life Up to 6.5 hours Up to 4 hours
AC ADAPTER Acer Extensa 15 (2540) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19 V 65 Watt
INPUT Acer Extensa 15 (2540) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Features Multi-gesture touch pad, Acer FineTip keyboard, precision touchpad Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Acer Extensa 15 (2540) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Interfaces HDMI
2 x USB 2.0
USB 3.0
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 2.0
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card) 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE Acer Extensa 15 (2540) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Home in S mode - English
Software Included - Microsoft Office (30 days trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Acer Extensa 15 (2540) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security - Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features - Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password
Compliant Standards - RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number 362S 14API 81UV
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