Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-13ARR (Lenovo IdeaPad 720S)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) and Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-13ARR (Lenovo IdeaPad 720S). 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 320-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

decent processor performance

ample storage capacity

simple user interface

average battery life

basic display quality

limited graphics capability

minimal connectivity options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) and Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-13ARR (Lenovo IdeaPad 720S)
69 % - Design
63 % - Display
45 % - Performance
64 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-13ARR (Lenovo IdeaPad 720S) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-13ARR (Lenovo IdeaPad 720S)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 37.8 cm x 26 cm x 2.29 cm 30.59 cm x 21.382 cm x 1.36 cm
Weight 2.2 kg 1.14 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS Aluminum
Colour Denim blue | Platinum grey Platinum silver
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-13ARR (Lenovo IdeaPad 720S)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - TN 13.3" - IPS
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 200 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-13ARR (Lenovo IdeaPad 720S)
CPU AMD A9 9420 / 3 GHz AMD Ryzen 5 2500U / 2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.6 GHz 3.6 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 1 MB 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-13ARR (Lenovo IdeaPad 720S)
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 2133 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 2133 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-13ARR (Lenovo IdeaPad 720S)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB HDD SATA 6Gb/s / 5400 rpm - Seagate 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) - Samsung
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-13ARR (Lenovo IdeaPad 720S)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon R5 AMD Radeon Vega 8
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Resolution 1 Megapixel 1 Megapixel
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Speakers, dual array microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
Audio Features - JBL
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-13ARR (Lenovo IdeaPad 720S)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller M.2 Card Qualcomm 435-AC - M.2 Card
Network Interface 10/100 Ethernet -
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-13ARR (Lenovo IdeaPad 720S)
Technology 2-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 30 Wh 48 Wh
Battery Life Up to 6 hours Up to 8 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-13ARR (Lenovo IdeaPad 720S)
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 320-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-13ARR (Lenovo IdeaPad 720S)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad Multi-touch touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-13ARR (Lenovo IdeaPad 720S)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1/USB 3.0
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 (Power Delivery)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort 1.2a, VGA, HDMI) (Power Delivery)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-13ARR (Lenovo IdeaPad 720S)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-13ARR (Lenovo IdeaPad 720S)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security - Fingerprint reader
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
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return -
Model Number 15AST 80XV 13ARR 81BR
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