ASUS A509JA (BQ088) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS A509JA (BQ088) and Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S145). 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.

ASUS A509JA (BQ088) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS A509JA (BQ088) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price point

sleek modern design

lightweight and portable

solid state drive included

full hd display

average battery life

limited graphics performance

no backlit keyboard

fewer connectivity options

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

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

decent processor performance

solid build quality

adequate connectivity options

average display quality

limited graphics capability

modest battery life

no backlit keyboard

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS A509JA (BQ088) and Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
75 % - Design
72 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
74 % - Design
63 % - Display
65 % - Performance
71 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS A509JA (BQ088) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS A509JA (BQ088) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36 cm x 23.5 cm x 2.29 cm 32.71 cm x 24.1 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.9 kg 1.6 kg
Case Material Plastic Polycarbonate ABS
Colour Transparent silver Granite black IMR
DISPLAY ASUS A509JA (BQ088) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 14" - 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 250 cd/m² 220 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC -
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare
PROCESSOR ASUS A509JA (BQ088) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
CPU Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 1035G1 / 1 GHz Intel Core i3 (8th Gen) 8145U / 2.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.6 GHz 3.9 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache 6 MB 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY ASUS A509JA (BQ088) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered)) 4 GB (1 x 4 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 8 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 2400 MHz
Rated Speed - 2400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 1
Empty Slots 0 0
STORAGE ASUS A509JA (BQ088) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 128 GB SSD M.2 2280 SATA 6Gb/s
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS A509JA (BQ088) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics Intel UHD Graphics
Camera Yes - VGA Yes
Resolution - 0.3 Megapixel
Sound Speaker, microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster, ASUS Bang & Olufsen ICEpower -
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS A509JA (BQ088) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2
Wireless Controller - M.2 Card
Features - Single stream (1x1)
BATTERY ASUS A509JA (BQ088) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Technology 2-cell Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 32 Wh 35 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 6 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS A509JA (BQ088) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A 45 Watt
INPUT ASUS A509JA (BQ088) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Chiclet keyboard Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS A509JA (BQ088) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
USB 2.0
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE ASUS A509JA (BQ088) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Operating System (OS) No operating system Windows 10 Home in S mode - English
Software Included - Microsoft Office (30 days trial)
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS A509JA (BQ088) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip 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 System password, hard drive password Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password
Compliant Standards - RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
SAR Value 0.13 W/kg (body), 0.13 W/kg (limb) -
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number - 14IWL 81MU
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