Lenovo Chromebook S330 (81JW) vs. Lenovo 500e Chromebook (2nd Gen) (81MC)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo Chromebook S330 (81JW) and Lenovo 500e Chromebook (2nd Gen) (81MC). 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.

Lenovo 500e Chromebook (2nd Gen) (81MC) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo 500e Chromebook (2nd Gen) (81MC) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

rugged build quality

360-degree hinge versatility

affordable price point

responsive touchscreen

stylus included

mediocre performance

low storage capacity

dim display

limited app compatibility

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo Chromebook S330 (81JW) and Lenovo 500e Chromebook (2nd Gen) (81MC)
69 % - Design
66 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo Chromebook S330 (81JW) vs. Lenovo 500e Chromebook (2nd Gen) (81MC) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo Chromebook S330 (81JW) Lenovo 500e Chromebook (2nd Gen) (81MC)
Product Type Chromebook Chromebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.57 cm x 23.235 cm x 2.08 cm 29 cm x 20.4 cm x 2.035 cm
Weight 1.45 kg 1.31 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS Polycarbonate ABS
Colour Business black Black
DISPLAY Lenovo Chromebook S330 (81JW) Lenovo 500e Chromebook (2nd Gen) (81MC)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 11.6" - IPS
Touchscreen - Yes (10-point multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1366 x 768 (HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 220 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Features Anti-glare Anti-fingerprint
PROCESSOR Lenovo Chromebook S330 (81JW) Lenovo 500e Chromebook (2nd Gen) (81MC)
CPU MediaTek MT8173c / 2.1 GHz Intel Celeron N4100 / 1.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 2.4 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache - 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo Chromebook S330 (81JW) Lenovo 500e Chromebook (2nd Gen) (81MC)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR3 SDRAM LPDDR4 SDRAM
Speed 1866 MHz 2400 MHz
Rated Speed 1866 MHz 2400 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo Chromebook S330 (81JW) Lenovo 500e Chromebook (2nd Gen) (81MC)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 32 GB eMMC 32 GB eMMC - eMMC 5.1
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo Chromebook S330 (81JW) Lenovo 500e Chromebook (2nd Gen) (81MC)
Graphics Processor (GPU) PowerVR GX6250 Intel UHD Graphics 600
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p (front)
Resolution 1 Megapixel 5 Megapixel (rear)
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Codec - MAX98357A
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio -
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo Chromebook S330 (81JW) Lenovo 500e Chromebook (2nd Gen) (81MC)
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 Wireless-AC 9560 - M.2 Card
BATTERY Lenovo Chromebook S330 (81JW) Lenovo 500e Chromebook (2nd Gen) (81MC)
Technology Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 45 Wh 42 Wh
Battery Life Up to 10 hours Up to 10 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo Chromebook S330 (81JW) Lenovo 500e Chromebook (2nd Gen) (81MC)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt 45 Watt
INPUT Lenovo Chromebook S330 (81JW) Lenovo 500e Chromebook (2nd Gen) (81MC)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, digitizer, touchpad, digital pen
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Spill-resistant, anti-pry key caps
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo Chromebook S330 (81JW) Lenovo 500e Chromebook (2nd Gen) (81MC)
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
2 x USB-C 3.0
2 x USB 3.0
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (MultiMediaCard, MMCplus, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo Chromebook S330 (81JW) Lenovo 500e Chromebook (2nd Gen) (81MC)
Operating System (OS) Google Chrome OS Google Chrome OS - English
Software Included Google Chrome, Google Drive (100 GB Cloud Storage) -
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo Chromebook S330 (81JW) Lenovo 500e Chromebook (2nd Gen) (81MC)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter USB-C power adapter, Lenovo Chrome Pen
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip 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
SAR Value 0.19 W/kg (body), 0.19 W/kg (limb) 0.63 W/kg (body), 0.63 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
TCO Certified - TCO Certified Notebooks 8
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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