Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad P50

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) and Lenovo ThinkPad P50. With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare dimensions, performance, storage, functions, but also other key features of both laptops and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the laptop that best fits your needs and expectations.

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

Lenovo ThinkPad P50 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad P50 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

powerful processor options

high-resolution display

good thermal management

heavy and bulky

average battery life

expensive base model

limited aesthetic appeal

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) and Lenovo ThinkPad P50
69 % - Design
63 % - Display
45 % - Performance
64 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
86 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad P50 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) Lenovo ThinkPad P50
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 37.8 cm x 26 cm x 2.29 cm 37.74 cm x 25.23 cm x 2.94 cm
Weight 2.2 kg 2.6 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS Glass-fibre reinforced plastic, magnesium-aluminum alloy
Colour Denim blue | Platinum grey -
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) Lenovo ThinkPad P50
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - TN 15.6" - 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 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45%
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, 160° viewing angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) Lenovo ThinkPad P50
CPU AMD A9 9420 / 3 GHz Intel Core i7 6MUXHQ
Max Turbo Speed 3.6 GHz -
Number of Cores Dual-Core -
Cache 1 MB -
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Chipset - Mobile Intel CM236 Express
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) Lenovo ThinkPad P50
RAM 4 GB (1 x 4 GB) 16 GB
Max RAM Supported 8 GB 64 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 4
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) Lenovo ThinkPad P50
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB HDD SATA 6Gb/s / 5400 rpm - Seagate 256 GB SSD
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) Lenovo ThinkPad P50
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon R5 NVIDIA Quadro M1000M
Camera Yes - 720p -
Resolution 1 Megapixel -
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3268
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio High Definition Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) Lenovo ThinkPad P50
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller M.2 Card Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8260
Network Interface 10/100 Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) Lenovo ThinkPad P50
Technology 2-cell Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 30 Wh -
Battery Life Up to 6 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) Lenovo ThinkPad P50
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 45 Watt, 20 V, 2.25 A 170 Watt
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) Lenovo ThinkPad P50
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) Lenovo ThinkPad P50
Slots - 1 x ExpressCard/34 (1 free)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1/USB 3.0
USB 2.0
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
3 x USB 3.0
USB 3.0 (Always On)
USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 3)
Mini DisplayPort
HDMI
LAN
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card, SDXC UHS-II Card)
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) Lenovo ThinkPad P50
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR))
Software Included - Lenovo Solution Center, Lenovo Companion, Lenovo Settings, McAfee LiveSafe (30 days trial), SHAREit, Microsoft Office
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) Lenovo ThinkPad P50
Dockable - Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security - Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2 and TPM 2.0), fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington 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, ThinkEngine, MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards RoHS ISO 9001, ISO 14001, RoHS, GREENGUARD, ISO 27001
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return
Model Number 15AST 80XV -
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