Lenovo 100e Chromebook (2nd Gen) (81MA) vs. Lenovo Chromebook S345-14AST (Lenovo Chromebook S345)

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In depth comparison and review of Lenovo 100e Chromebook (2nd Gen) (81MA) and Lenovo Chromebook S345-14AST (Lenovo Chromebook S345). 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.

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Lenovo 100e Chromebook (2nd Gen) (81MA) vs. Lenovo Chromebook S345-14AST (Lenovo Chromebook S345) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo 100e Chromebook (2nd Gen) (81MA) Lenovo Chromebook S345-14AST (Lenovo Chromebook S345)
Product Type Chromebook Chromebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 29 cm x 20.4 cm x 1.99 cm 32.8 cm x 22.5 cm x 1.77 cm
Weight 1.21 kg 1.48 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS
Colour Black Mineral grey
DISPLAY Lenovo 100e Chromebook (2nd Gen) (81MA) Lenovo Chromebook S345-14AST (Lenovo Chromebook S345)
Screen Size (Type) 11.6" - TN 14" - TN
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 220 cd/m²
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo 100e Chromebook (2nd Gen) (81MA) Lenovo Chromebook S345-14AST (Lenovo Chromebook S345)
CPU Intel Celeron N4020 / 1.1 GHz AMD A4 9120C / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.8 GHz 2.4 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache 4 MB L2 - 1 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo 100e Chromebook (2nd Gen) (81MA) Lenovo Chromebook S345-14AST (Lenovo Chromebook S345)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 1666 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 1666 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo 100e Chromebook (2nd Gen) (81MA) Lenovo Chromebook S345-14AST (Lenovo Chromebook S345)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 32 GB eMMC - eMMC 5.1 32 GB eMMC - eMMC 5.1
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo 100e Chromebook (2nd Gen) (81MA) Lenovo Chromebook S345-14AST (Lenovo Chromebook S345)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 600 AMD Radeon R4
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) -
Max Monitors Supported 1 external monitor(s) -
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Resolution - 1 Megapixel
Camera Features Fixed focus -
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec DA7219 MAX98357A
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio High Definition Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo 100e Chromebook (2nd Gen) (81MA) Lenovo Chromebook S345-14AST (Lenovo Chromebook S345)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller Intel Wireless-AC 9560 - M.2 Card Qualcomm QCA6174A - M.2 Card
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo 100e Chromebook (2nd Gen) (81MA) Lenovo Chromebook S345-14AST (Lenovo Chromebook S345)
Technology Lithium polymer Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 42 Wh 57 Wh
Battery Life Up to 10 hours Up to 10 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo 100e Chromebook (2nd Gen) (81MA) Lenovo Chromebook S345-14AST (Lenovo Chromebook S345)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt 45 Watt
INPUT Lenovo 100e Chromebook (2nd Gen) (81MA) Lenovo Chromebook S345-14AST (Lenovo Chromebook S345)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, anti-pry key caps Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo 100e Chromebook (2nd Gen) (81MA) Lenovo Chromebook S345-14AST (Lenovo Chromebook S345)
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo 100e Chromebook (2nd Gen) (81MA) Lenovo Chromebook S345-14AST (Lenovo Chromebook S345)
Operating System (OS) Google Chrome OS Google Chrome OS
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo 100e Chromebook (2nd Gen) (81MA) Lenovo Chromebook S345-14AST (Lenovo Chromebook S345)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Google Security Chip H1 Google Security Chip H1
Security Slot Type Kensington mini security slot Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features MIL-STD-810G tested -
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
SAR Value 0.12 W/kg (body), 0.12 W/kg (limb) 0.38 W/kg (body), 0.38 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Silver EPEAT Bronze
TCO Certified TCO Certified Notebooks 8 -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 8 - 95% -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number - 14AST 81WX
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