Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (81F5) vs. Dell Latitude 5540

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Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (81F5)
Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (81F5)

Our Rating: 72 %

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (81F5) and Dell Latitude 5540. 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 330S-15IKB (81F5) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (81F5) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

sleek design

lightweight build

decent processor speed

full hd display

average battery life

limited storage capacity

no backlit keyboard

mediocre sound quality

Dell Latitude 5540 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Dell Latitude 5540 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

efficient performance

excellent battery life

bright display

good connectivity options

heavier than competitors

basic audio quality

limited graphics performance

pricey base model

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (81F5) and Dell Latitude 5540
74 % - Design
66 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
86 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (81F5) vs. Dell Latitude 5540 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (81F5) Dell Latitude 5540
Product Type Notebook - 180-degree hinge design Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.84 cm x 24.41 cm x 1.94 cm 35.78 cm x 23.33 cm x 2.28 cm
Weight 1.87 kg 1.613 kg
Case Material Aluminium (top), polycarbonate ABS (bottom) -
Colour Platinum grey | Midnight blue Grey
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (81F5) Dell Latitude 5540
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - TN 15.6" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Pixel Density (ppi) - 141
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 -
Image Brightness 220 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, ±80° horizontal viewing angle, ±80° vertical viewing angle, 35 ms response rate, 0.179 mm pixel pitch
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (81F5) Dell Latitude 5540
CPU Intel Core i3 (7th Gen) 7020U / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i5 (13th Gen) 1335U / 1.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 4.6 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 10-core
Cache 3 MB L3 - 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (81F5) Dell Latitude 5540
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 12 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC
Speed 2133 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 2133 MHz 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 2
Empty Slots 1 1
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (81F5) Dell Latitude 5540
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD 2.5" SATA 6Gb/s 256 GB SSD M.2 2230 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe), Class 35
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (81F5) Dell Latitude 5540
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 620 Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 1920 x 1080 (standard), 640 x 360 (infrared)
Resolution 1 Megapixel 2.07 Megapixel (standard), 0.23 Megapixel (infrared)
Camera Features Fixed focus Privacy shutter, IR/RGB camera, Temporal Noise Reduction, 80 degrees, 86.6 degrees (IR camera)
Image Sensor Type - CMOS
Video Resolutions - 1920 x 1080
Frame Rate - 30 frames per second
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium High Definition Audio
Audio Features - Output: MaxxAudio 12.0, Realtek Waves
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (81F5) Dell Latitude 5540
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 Bluetooth, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller M.2 Card Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 - M.2 2230
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features Single stream (1x1) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (81F5) Dell Latitude 5540
Technology Lithium polymer 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 30 Wh 54 Wh
Battery Life Up to 6 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (81F5) Dell Latitude 5540
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-200 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 15 / 20 V
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (81F5) Dell Latitude 5540
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (81F5) Dell Latitude 5540
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI 1.4b
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (PowerShare)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC)
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (81F5) Dell Latitude 5540
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home in S mode - English Windows 11 Pro - Dutch / English / French / German / Italian
Software Included Microsoft Office (Trial) Microsoft Office (30 days trial, excludes office licence)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (81F5) Dell Latitude 5540
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader
Security Slot Type Kensington mini security slot Noble Wedge 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, RapidCharge ExpressCharge, Dell ControlVault 3, ExpressChargeBoost
Compliant Standards RoHS FIPS 140-2, TCG Certified, TCO Certified 9.0
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 0 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 10 - 90% (non-condensing)
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return -
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