Lenovo Chromebook C340-15 (Lenovo Chromebook C340) vs. Lenovo Chromebook S345-14AST (Lenovo Chromebook S345)

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In depth comparison and review of Lenovo Chromebook C340-15 (Lenovo Chromebook C340) 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 Chromebook C340-15 (Lenovo Chromebook C340) vs. Lenovo Chromebook S345-14AST (Lenovo Chromebook S345) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo Chromebook C340-15 (Lenovo Chromebook C340) Lenovo Chromebook S345-14AST (Lenovo Chromebook S345)
Product Type Chromebook - flip design Chromebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.15 cm x 24.885 cm x 1.895 cm 32.8 cm x 22.5 cm x 1.77 cm
Weight 1.98 kg 1.48 kg
Case Material Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS
Colour Mineral grey Mineral grey
DISPLAY Lenovo Chromebook C340-15 (Lenovo Chromebook C340) Lenovo Chromebook S345-14AST (Lenovo Chromebook S345)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 14" - TN
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) -
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 220 cd/m²
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo Chromebook C340-15 (Lenovo Chromebook C340) Lenovo Chromebook S345-14AST (Lenovo Chromebook S345)
CPU Intel Pentium Gold 4417U / 2.3 GHz AMD A4 9120C / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 2.4 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache 2 MB L2 - 1 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo Chromebook C340-15 (Lenovo Chromebook C340) Lenovo Chromebook S345-14AST (Lenovo Chromebook S345)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2133 MHz 1666 MHz
Rated Speed 2133 MHz 1666 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo Chromebook C340-15 (Lenovo Chromebook C340) 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 Chromebook C340-15 (Lenovo Chromebook C340) Lenovo Chromebook S345-14AST (Lenovo Chromebook S345)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 610 AMD Radeon R4
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Resolution 1 Megapixel 1 Megapixel
Camera Features Fixed focus -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - MAX98357A
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio High Definition Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo Chromebook C340-15 (Lenovo Chromebook C340) 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 Dual Band Wireless-AC 7265 - M.2 Card Qualcomm QCA6174A - M.2 Card
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo Chromebook C340-15 (Lenovo Chromebook C340) Lenovo Chromebook S345-14AST (Lenovo Chromebook S345)
Technology Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 56 Wh 57 Wh
Battery Life Up to 10 hours Up to 10 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo Chromebook C340-15 (Lenovo Chromebook C340) Lenovo Chromebook S345-14AST (Lenovo Chromebook S345)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt 45 Watt
INPUT Lenovo Chromebook C340-15 (Lenovo Chromebook C340) Lenovo Chromebook S345-14AST (Lenovo Chromebook S345)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo Chromebook C340-15 (Lenovo Chromebook C340) Lenovo Chromebook S345-14AST (Lenovo Chromebook S345)
Interfaces 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
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 Chromebook C340-15 (Lenovo Chromebook C340) Lenovo Chromebook S345-14AST (Lenovo Chromebook S345)
Operating System (OS) Google Chrome OS Google Chrome OS
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo Chromebook C340-15 (Lenovo Chromebook C340) Lenovo Chromebook S345-14AST (Lenovo Chromebook S345)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security - 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)
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
SAR Value 0.59 W/kg (body), 0.59 W/kg (limb) 0.38 W/kg (body), 0.38 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Bronze
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number 15 81T9 14AST 81WX
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