Lenovo Chromebook C330 (81HY) vs. Lenovo Chromebook C340-15 (Lenovo Chromebook C340)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo Chromebook C330 (81HY) and Lenovo Chromebook C340-15 (Lenovo Chromebook C340). 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 Chromebook C340-15 (Lenovo Chromebook C340) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo Chromebook C340-15 (Lenovo Chromebook C340) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

360-degree hinge design

touchscreen functionality

decent battery life

solid build quality

mediocre display resolution

limited storage capacity

modest processor speed

fewer port options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo Chromebook C330 (81HY) and Lenovo Chromebook C340-15 (Lenovo Chromebook C340)
74 % - Design
72 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo Chromebook C330 (81HY) vs. Lenovo Chromebook C340-15 (Lenovo Chromebook C340) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo Chromebook C330 (81HY) Lenovo Chromebook C340-15 (Lenovo Chromebook C340)
Product Type Chromebook - flip design Chromebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 29.2 cm x 21.539 cm x 1.96 cm 36.15 cm x 24.885 cm x 1.895 cm
Weight 1.2 kg 1.98 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS
Colour Champagne Mineral grey
DISPLAY Lenovo Chromebook C330 (81HY) Lenovo Chromebook C340-15 (Lenovo Chromebook C340)
Screen Size (Type) 11.6" - IPS 15.6" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) Yes (10-point multi-touch)
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 300 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo Chromebook C330 (81HY) Lenovo Chromebook C340-15 (Lenovo Chromebook C340)
CPU MediaTek MT8173c / 2.1 GHz Intel Pentium Gold 4417U / 2.3 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache - 2 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo Chromebook C330 (81HY) Lenovo Chromebook C340-15 (Lenovo Chromebook C340)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR3 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 1866 MHz 2133 MHz
Rated Speed 1866 MHz 2133 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo Chromebook C330 (81HY) Lenovo Chromebook C340-15 (Lenovo Chromebook C340)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 32 GB eMMC 32 GB eMMC - eMMC 5.1
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo Chromebook C330 (81HY) Lenovo Chromebook C340-15 (Lenovo Chromebook C340)
Graphics Processor (GPU) PowerVR GX6250 Intel HD Graphics 610
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Resolution 1 Megapixel 1 Megapixel
Camera Features - Fixed focus
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio High Definition Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo Chromebook C330 (81HY) Lenovo Chromebook C340-15 (Lenovo Chromebook C340)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2
Wireless Controller Marvell 88W8897 - M.2 Card Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 7265 - M.2 Card
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo Chromebook C330 (81HY) Lenovo Chromebook C340-15 (Lenovo Chromebook C340)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 45 Wh 56 Wh
Battery Life Up to 10 hours Up to 10 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo Chromebook C330 (81HY) Lenovo Chromebook C340-15 (Lenovo Chromebook C340)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt 45 Watt
INPUT Lenovo Chromebook C330 (81HY) Lenovo Chromebook C340-15 (Lenovo Chromebook C340)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo Chromebook C330 (81HY) Lenovo Chromebook C340-15 (Lenovo Chromebook C340)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.2, HDMI) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (DC-In combo, Power Delivery)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (MultiMediaCard, MMCplus, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo Chromebook C330 (81HY) Lenovo Chromebook C340-15 (Lenovo Chromebook C340)
Operating System (OS) Google Chrome OS Google Chrome OS
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo Chromebook C330 (81HY) Lenovo Chromebook C340-15 (Lenovo Chromebook C340)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip -
Security Slot Type Kensington mini security slot Kensington mini security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
SAR Value 1.04 W/kg (body), 1.04 W/kg (limb) 0.59 W/kg (body), 0.59 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number - 15 81T9
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