Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 530S)

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Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S)
Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S)

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S) and Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 530S). 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 530S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 530S) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 530S) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

slim aluminum design

sharp full-HD display

fast SSD storage

decent keyboard comfort

good overall performance

average battery life

no dedicated GPU

limited port selection

pricier than competitors

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S) and Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 530S)
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 530S) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S) Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 530S)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.31 cm x 23.48 cm x 1.895 cm 32.34 cm x 22.6 cm x 1.64 cm
Weight 1.67 kg 1.59 kg
Case Material Aluminum Aluminum
Colour Platinum grey | Midnight blue Onyx black | Copper
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S) Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 530S)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 14" - 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 220 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S) Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 530S)
CPU Intel Pentium Gold 4415U / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8250U / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 3.4 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 2 MB 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S) Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 530S)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 12 GB 16 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2133 MHz 2400 MHz
Rated Speed 2133 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 1
Empty Slots 1 0
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S) Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 530S)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S) Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 530S)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 610 Intel UHD Graphics 620
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Resolution 1 Megapixel -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features - Harman audio technology
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S) Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 530S)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller M.2 Card M.2 Card
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S) Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 530S)
Technology 2-cell Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 30 Wh 45 Wh
Battery Life Up to 6 hours Up to 10 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S) Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 530S)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S) Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 530S)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad Multi-touch touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S) Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 530S)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
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 330S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S) Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 530S)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - Danish / English / Finnish / Norwegian / Swedish
Software Included Lenovo Settings, McAfee LiveSafe (30 days trial), Lenovo ID, Lenovo App Explorer -
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S) Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 530S)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington mini 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
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return
Limited warranty - battery - 1 year
Model Number 14IKB 81F4 14IKB 81EU
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