Apple MacBook vs. Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)

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In depth comparison and review of Apple MacBook and Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540). 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 S540-14IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

slim aluminum design

full hd display

fast charging support

quiet cooling system

good value for money

average battery life

no dedicated GPU

limited port selection

modest base storage

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Difference between Apple MacBook and Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
81 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
72 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Apple MacBook vs. Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Apple MacBook Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.5 cm x 22.7 cm x 2.8 cm 32.3 cm x 22.7 cm x 1.59 cm
Weight 2.4 kg 1.63 kg
Case Material - Aluminum, glass
Colour White Mineral grey | Abyss blue | Copper
DISPLAY Apple MacBook Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" 14"
LCD Backlight Technology - LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1280 x 800 (WXGA) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:9
Image Brightness - 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 72% NTSC
Features - Glossy, Wide Viewing Angle
PROCESSOR Apple MacBook Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
CPU Intel Core Duo 2 GHz Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 10210U / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 4.2 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache L2 - 2 MB 6 MB
Front Side Bus 667 MHz -
Features Enhanced SpeedStep technology, power-optimized processor system bus, Execute Disable Bit capability Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Apple MacBook Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
RAM 512 MB 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered))
Max RAM Supported 2 GB 12 GB
RAM Type DDR2 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 667 MHz / PC2-5300 2666 MHz
Rated Speed 667 MHz 2666 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 200-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 1
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE Apple MacBook Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 60 GB HDD SATA 1.5Gb/s / 5400 rpm 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
Optical Drive DVD±RW fixed -
Read Speed 24x (CD) / 8x (DVD) -
Write Speed 24x (CD) / 4x (DVD±R) -
CD / DVD Rewrite Speed 10x (CD) / 4x (DVD±RW) -
AUDIO & VIDEO Apple MacBook Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel GMA 950 Intel UHD Graphics
Memory Allocation Technology Dynamic Video Memory Technology 3.0 Shared Video Memory (UMA)
Max Allocated RAM Size 64 MB -
Max Monitors Supported - 1 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes Yes - 720p
Resolution 0.3 Megapixel 1 Megapixel
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, fixed focus
Video Resolutions 640 x 480 -
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Apple MacBook Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Wireless 802.11b/g, Bluetooth 2.0 EDR 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2
Wireless Controller - M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Apple MacBook Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Technology Lithium polymer Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 55 Wh 45 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 10 hours
AC ADAPTER Apple MacBook Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 65 Watt
INPUT Apple MacBook Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Type Keyboard, trackpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features - Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Apple MacBook Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Slots 2 x memory -
Interfaces 1 x IEEE 1394 (FireWire)
2 x USB 2.0 4 pin USB Type A
1 x display / video - DVI-Analog/Digital
1 x audio - SPDIF input/line-in - mini-phone 3.5 mm / TOSLINK
1 x audio - SPDIF output/headphones - mini-phone 3.5 mm / TOSLINK
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE Apple MacBook Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Operating System (OS) Apple MacOS X 10.4 Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English
Software Included Drivers & Utilities, Apple QuickTime, Apple Hardware Test, Apple Mac OS X Mail, OmniOutliner, Apple iCal, Apple DVD Player, Apple Address Book, Apple Safari, Apple iChat AV, Microsoft Office 2004 for Mac Test Drive, Apple Dashboard, Apple Spotlight, Apple XCode Developer Tools, iWork (30 days trial), Front Row, Apple iLife '06, Freeverse Big Bang Board Games, plasq Comic Life Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Apple MacBook Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Included Accessories - Power adapter
Security - Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Features Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge
Compliant Standards - RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
SAR Value - 1 W/kg (body), 1 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 10 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 0 - 90% -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year
Technical support - phone consulting - 90 days
Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number - 14IML 81NF
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