Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15ARE05 (81YQ)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) and Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15ARE05 (81YQ). 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 IdeaPad 5 15ARE05 (81YQ) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15ARE05 (81YQ) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

efficient amd processor

solid build quality

comfortable keyboard layout

affordable price point

decent battery life

average display brightness

limited upgrade options

no thunderbolt support

modest graphics performance

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) and Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15ARE05 (81YQ)
86 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
78 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15ARE05 (81YQ) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15ARE05 (81YQ)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 41.8 cm x 29.26 cm x 2.49 cm 35.667 cm x 23.313 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 2.8 kg 1.66 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS
Colour Platinum grey Light teal | Graphite grey
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15ARE05 (81YQ)
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" 15.6" - TN
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1600 x 900 (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% NTSC
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15ARE05 (81YQ)
CPU Intel Core i3 (8th Gen) 8130U / 2.2 GHz AMD Ryzen 3 4300U / 2.7 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.4 GHz 3.7 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 4 MB L3 - 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15ARE05 (81YQ)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 16 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2133 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 2133 MHz 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15ARE05 (81YQ)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB HDD SATA 6Gb/s / 5400 rpm 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15ARE05 (81YQ)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 AMD Radeon Graphics
Memory Allocation Technology - Shared Video Memory (UMA)
Camera Yes Yes - 720p
Resolution 0.3 Megapixel 1 Megapixel
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, fixed focus
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15ARE05 (81YQ)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller M.2 Card M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15ARE05 (81YQ)
Technology Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 30 Wh 70 Wh
Battery Life Up to 6 hours Up to 17 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15ARE05 (81YQ)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15ARE05 (81YQ)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15ARE05 (81YQ)
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
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)
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15ARE05 (81YQ)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Home in S mode - English
Software Included - Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad 330-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15ARE05 (81YQ)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security - Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
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-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
SAR Value - 0.402 W/kg (body), 0.402 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number 17IKB 81DM -
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