ASUS ZenBook 15 (A513EA) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 530S)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS ZenBook 15 (A513EA) and Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 530S). 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 ZenBook 15 (A513EA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ZenBook 15 (A513EA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

compact and lightweight

vivid full-hd display

solid build quality

fast ssd storage

efficient multitasking capabilities

average battery life

no dedicated gpu

limited port selection

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ZenBook 15 (A513EA) and Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 530S)
83 % - Design
75 % - Display
78 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ZenBook 15 (A513EA) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 530S) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ZenBook 15 (A513EA) Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 530S)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.9 cm x 23.5 cm x 1.99 cm 35.89 cm x 24.49 cm x 1.68 cm
Weight 1.8 kg 1.95 kg
Case Material - Aluminum
Colour Bespoke black Mineral grey
DISPLAY ASUS ZenBook 15 (A513EA) Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 530S)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 15.6" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC -
Features Anti-glare, NanoEdge display, IPS-level Anti-glare, glass cover
PROCESSOR ASUS ZenBook 15 (A513EA) Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 530S)
CPU Intel Core i3 (11th Gen) 1115G4 / 3 GHz Intel Core i3 (8th Gen) 8130U / 2.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.1 GHz 3.4 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache - 4 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY ASUS ZenBook 15 (A513EA) Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 530S)
RAM 8 GB 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 2400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 1
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE ASUS ZenBook 15 (A513EA) Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 530S)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 128 GB SSD M.2 PCIe
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ZenBook 15 (A513EA) Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 530S)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics Intel UHD Graphics 620
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Sound Speaker, microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium
Audio Features ASUS Bang & Olufsen ICEpower Harman audio technology
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ZenBook 15 (A513EA) Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 530S)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller - M.2 Card
Features Dual stream (2x2) -
BATTERY ASUS ZenBook 15 (A513EA) Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 530S)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 42 Wh 45 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 10 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS ZenBook 15 (A513EA) Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 530S)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 19 V, 3.42 A 65 Watt
INPUT ASUS ZenBook 15 (A513EA) Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 530S)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance Multi-touch touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ZenBook 15 (A513EA) Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 530S)
Interfaces USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
HDMI
Headphone output
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 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 ZenBook 15 (A513EA) Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 530S)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English
Software Included - Lenovo Settings, McAfee LiveSafe (30 days trial), Lenovo ID, Lenovo App Explorer
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ZenBook 15 (A513EA) Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 530S)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Features System password, ASUS Intelligent Performance Technology (AIPT) Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge
Compliant Standards TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Software Solution) RoHS
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number BQ1355T 15IKB 81EV
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