Apple MacBook Air with Retina display vs. Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17API (Lenovo IdeaPad L340)

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Apple MacBook Air with Retina display
Apple MacBook Air with Retina display

In depth comparison and review of Apple MacBook Air with Retina display and Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17API (Lenovo IdeaPad L340). 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 IdeaPad L340-17API (Lenovo IdeaPad L340) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17API (Lenovo IdeaPad L340) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price point

large display size

adequate processor performance

decent storage capacity

quiet operation

average battery life

limited graphics performance

no backlit keyboard

heavier design

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Difference between Apple MacBook Air with Retina display and Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17API (Lenovo IdeaPad L340)
75 % - Design
65 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Apple MacBook Air with Retina display vs. Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17API (Lenovo IdeaPad L340) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Apple MacBook Air with Retina display Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17API (Lenovo IdeaPad L340)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30.41 cm x 21.24 cm x 1.56 cm 41.3 cm x 28.46 cm x 2.43 cm
Weight 1.25 kg 2.8 kg
Case Material Aluminum Polycarbonate ABS
Colour Space grey | Gold | Silver Platinum grey
DISPLAY Apple MacBook Air with Retina display Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17API (Lenovo IdeaPad L340)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - IPS 17.3" - TN
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA) 1600 x 900 (HD+)
Pixel Density (ppi) 227 -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:9
Image Brightness - 220 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45%
Features BFR/PVC-free, Mercury free, beryllium free, arsenic free, Retina display Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Apple MacBook Air with Retina display Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17API (Lenovo IdeaPad L340)
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 1.6 GHz AMD Athlon 300U / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.6 GHz 3.3 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache L3 - 4 MB L3 - 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Apple MacBook Air with Retina display Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17API (Lenovo IdeaPad L340)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported - 8 GB
RAM Type LPDDR3 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2133 MHz 2400 MHz
Rated Speed - 2400 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE Apple MacBook Air with Retina display Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17API (Lenovo IdeaPad L340)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD soldered PCIe 1 TB HDD SATA 6Gb/s / 5400 rpm
AUDIO & VIDEO Apple MacBook Air with Retina display Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17API (Lenovo IdeaPad L340)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 617 AMD Radeon Vega 3
Camera Yes - 720p Yes
Resolution - 0.3 Megapixel
Camera Features FaceTime HD camera Privacy shutter
Sound Stereo speakers, three microphones Stereo speakers, microphone
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Apple MacBook Air with Retina display Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17API (Lenovo IdeaPad L340)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2
Wireless Controller - M.2 Card
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
BATTERY Apple MacBook Air with Retina display Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17API (Lenovo IdeaPad L340)
Technology Lithium polymer Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 50.3 Wh 36 Wh
Battery Life Up to 12 hours Up to 7.5 hours
Battery Run Time Web browsing over Wi-Fi: up to 12 hours
Video playback: up to 13 hours
Standby time: up to 30 days
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AC ADAPTER Apple MacBook Air with Retina display Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17API (Lenovo IdeaPad L340)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 30 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Apple MacBook Air with Retina display Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17API (Lenovo IdeaPad L340)
Type Keyboard, Force Touch trackpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Pressure sensitivity, multi-touch touchpad, Multi-Touch Gesture Recognition, ambient light sensor, force click, Touch ID sensor Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Apple MacBook Air with Retina display Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17API (Lenovo IdeaPad L340)
Interfaces 2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
Headphone output
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
SOFTWARE Apple MacBook Air with Retina display Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17API (Lenovo IdeaPad L340)
Operating System (OS) Apple macOS Big Sur 11.0 Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English
Software Included iTunes, Apple iMovie, Apple Safari, Apple GarageBand, Photo Booth, Apple Time Machine, Apple FaceTime, Apple Preview, Mail, Maps, Photos, Reminders, App Store, Contacts, Stocks, Notes, Calendar, Siri, Messages, Apple iBooks, Apple Keynote, Apple Pages, Apple Numbers, News, Voice Memos, Home Microsoft Office (30 days trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Apple MacBook Air with Retina display Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17API (Lenovo IdeaPad L340)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Cables Included USB-C charge cable -
Security Apple T2 Security Chip, fingerprint reader 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 T2 Security Chip Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge
Compliant Standards - RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
SAR Value 0.71 W/kg (body) -
Repairability Index 6.1 (out of 10) -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 10 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 0 - 90% (non-condensing) -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year
Technical support - phone consulting - 90 days
Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number - 17API 81LY
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