Lenovo IdeaPad 320-14AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE)

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Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE)
Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE)

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad 320-14AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) and Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE). 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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Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad 320-14AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) and Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE)

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Lenovo IdeaPad 320-14AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 320-14AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 33.83 cm x 24.99 cm x 2.27 cm 30.77 cm x 20.98 cm x 1.78 cm
Weight 2.1 kg 1.26 kg
Case Material - Glass-fibre, magnesium-aluminum alloy
Colour Denim blue | Blizzard white Black
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad 320-14AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE)
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
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad 320-14AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE)
CPU AMD A6 9220 / 2.5 GHz Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8350U / 1.7 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.9 GHz 3.6 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache L2 - 1 MB 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad 320-14AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE)
RAM 4 GB (1 x 4 GB) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 8 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2133 MHz 2400 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 2400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad 320-14AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB HDD SATA 6Gb/s 128 GB SSD M.2 SATA 6Gb/s - Samsung
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad 320-14AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon R4 Intel UHD Graphics 620
Camera Yes Yes - 720p
Resolution 0.3 Megapixel -
Camera Features - ThinkShutter camera privacy
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards Dolby Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 320-14AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller - Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8265 - M.2 Card
Network Interface 10/100 Ethernet -
Features - Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad 320-14AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE)
Technology 2-cell Lithium Ion 6-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 30 Wh 48 Wh
Battery Life Up to 5 hours Up to 16.6 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad 320-14AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 20 V, 2.25 A 45 Watt, 5 / 9 / 15 / 20 V
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad 320-14AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Features - Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 320-14AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 2.0
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3)
HDMI
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad 320-14AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad 320-14AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE)
Dockable - Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security - Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington mini security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) 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
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
Model Number 14AST 80XU -
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