ASUS VivoBook 14 (A412FA) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook 14 (A412FA) and Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330). 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.

ASUS VivoBook 14 (A412FA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 14 (A412FA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

compact and lightweight

affordable price point

fast SSD storage

decent processor performance

stylish design

average battery life

limited graphics capability

no backlit keyboard

basic display quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook 14 (A412FA) and Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330)
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook 14 (A412FA) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook 14 (A412FA) Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.2 cm x 21.2 cm x 1.99 cm 41.8 cm x 29.26 cm x 2.49 cm
Weight 1.5 kg 2.8 kg
Case Material Plastic Polycarbonate ABS
Colour Black (bottom), coral crush Platinum grey
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook 14 (A412FA) Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 17.3"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1600 x 900 (HD+)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 220 cd/m² 200 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC -
Features ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence Technology, anti-glare, Tru2Life Anti-glare
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook 14 (A412FA) Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330)
CPU Intel Core i3 (8th Gen) 8145U / 2.1 GHz Intel Core i3 (8th Gen) 8130U / 2.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.9 GHz 3.4 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache 4 MB 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache Integrated memory controller
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook 14 (A412FA) Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported - 16 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 2133 MHz
Rated Speed - 2133 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 1
Empty Slots 1 1
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook 14 (A412FA) Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe) 1 TB HDD SATA 6Gb/s / 5400 rpm
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook 14 (A412FA) Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics Intel UHD Graphics 620
Camera Yes - 720p Yes
Resolution - 0.3 Megapixel
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster -
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook 14 (A412FA) Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller - M.2 Card
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features Dual stream (2x2) -
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook 14 (A412FA) Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330)
Technology 2-cell Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 37 Wh 30 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 6 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook 14 (A412FA) Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330)
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 VivoBook 14 (A412FA) Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Chiclet keyboard Multi-touch touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook 14 (A412FA) Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 2.0
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook 14 (A412FA) Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition
Software Included ASUS Splendid, Microsoft 365 (30 days trial), MyASUS, Tru2Life -
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook 14 (A412FA) Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330)
Included Accessories Power adapter, backpack Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip, fingerprint reader -
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features System password Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password
Compliant Standards - RoHS
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number EK1183T 17IKB 81DM
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