Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (Lenovo IdeaPad 120S) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad A275 (20KC)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (Lenovo IdeaPad 120S) and Lenovo ThinkPad A275 (20KC). 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 IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (Lenovo IdeaPad 120S) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (Lenovo IdeaPad 120S) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

compact design

decent battery life

solid build quality

lightweight for portability

limited storage capacity

mediocre performance

low-resolution display

few connectivity options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (Lenovo IdeaPad 120S) and Lenovo ThinkPad A275 (20KC)
72 % - Design
65 % - Display
44 % - Performance
65 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (Lenovo IdeaPad 120S) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad A275 (20KC) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (Lenovo IdeaPad 120S) Lenovo ThinkPad A275 (20KC)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 33.4 cm x 23.5 cm x 1.86 cm 30.55 cm x 20.85 cm x 2.03 cm
Weight 1.44 kg 1.27 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS Glass-fibre reinforced plastic
Colour Denim blue | Mineral grey Black
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (Lenovo IdeaPad 120S) Lenovo ThinkPad A275 (20KC)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 12.5" - TN
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 220 cd/m²
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (Lenovo IdeaPad 120S) Lenovo ThinkPad A275 (20KC)
CPU Intel Celeron N3350 / 1.1 GHz AMD A10 PRO-8730B / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.4 GHz 3.3 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 2 MB L2 - 2 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (Lenovo IdeaPad 120S) Lenovo ThinkPad A275 (20KC)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (1 x 4 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 16 GB
RAM Type LPDDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 1866 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 2400 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (Lenovo IdeaPad 120S) Lenovo ThinkPad A275 (20KC)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 32 GB eMMC 128 GB SSD 2.5" (7 mm) SATA 6Gb/s
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (Lenovo IdeaPad 120S) Lenovo ThinkPad A275 (20KC)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 500 AMD Radeon R5
Camera Yes Yes - 720p
Resolution 0.3 Megapixel -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3268
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio High Definition Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (Lenovo IdeaPad 120S) Lenovo ThinkPad A275 (20KC)
Wireless Bluetooth 4.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller Atheros QCA9377A Realtek RTL8822BE - M.2 Card
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Realtek RTL8111EPV
Features Single stream (1x1) -
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (Lenovo IdeaPad 120S) Lenovo ThinkPad A275 (20KC)
Technology 2-cell Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Max Supported Qty - 2
Battery Capacity (Size) 32 Wh 23 Wh
Battery Life Up to 8 hours Up to 5.05 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (Lenovo IdeaPad 120S) Lenovo ThinkPad A275 (20KC)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt 45 Watt, 20 V
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (Lenovo IdeaPad 120S) Lenovo ThinkPad A275 (20KC)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features - Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (Lenovo IdeaPad 120S) Lenovo ThinkPad A275 (20KC)
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.0
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 1/USB 3.0
USB 3.1 Gen 1/USB 3.0 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (Lenovo IdeaPad 120S) Lenovo ThinkPad A275 (20KC)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 in S mode - English Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
Software Included Lenovo Settings, McAfee LiveSafe (30 days trial), Lenovo ID, Lenovo Companion 3.0 -
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (Lenovo IdeaPad 120S) Lenovo ThinkPad A275 (20KC)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2 and TPM 2.0)
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return -
Model Number 14IAP 81A5 -
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