Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (81F5) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T490

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (81F5)
Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (81F5)

Our Rating: 72 %

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (81F5) and Lenovo ThinkPad T490. 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 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

Lenovo ThinkPad T490 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T490 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

impressive battery life

good security features

reliable performance

average display quality

limited graphics power

noisy under load

heavier than competitors

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (81F5) and Lenovo ThinkPad T490
74 % - Design
66 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
80 % - Performance
84 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (81F5) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T490 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (81F5) Lenovo ThinkPad T490
Product Type Notebook - 180-degree hinge design Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.84 cm x 24.41 cm x 1.94 cm -
Weight 1.87 kg -
Case Material Aluminium (top), polycarbonate ABS (bottom) -
Colour Platinum grey | Midnight blue -
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (81F5) Lenovo ThinkPad T490
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - TN 14"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 -
Image Brightness 220 cd/m² -
Features Anti-glare -
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (81F5) Lenovo ThinkPad T490
CPU Intel Core i3 (7th Gen) 7020U / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8365U / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 4.1 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 3 MB 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (81F5) Lenovo ThinkPad T490
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB
Max RAM Supported 12 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM -
Speed 2133 MHz -
Rated Speed 2133 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (81F5) Lenovo ThinkPad T490
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD 2.5" SATA 6Gb/s 256 GB SSD
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (81F5) Lenovo ThinkPad T490
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 620 Intel UHD Graphics
Camera Yes - 720p -
Resolution 1 Megapixel -
Camera Features Fixed focus -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium -
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (81F5) Lenovo ThinkPad T490
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 -
Wireless Controller M.2 Card -
Features Single stream (1x1) -
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (81F5) Lenovo ThinkPad T490
Technology Lithium polymer -
Battery Capacity (Size) 30 Wh -
Battery Life Up to 6 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (81F5) Lenovo ThinkPad T490
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 45 Watt -
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (81F5) Lenovo ThinkPad T490
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Features Multi-touch touchpad -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (81F5) Lenovo ThinkPad T490
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
Dock
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (81F5) Lenovo ThinkPad T490
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home in S mode - English Windows 10 Pro
Software Included Microsoft Office (Trial) -
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (81F5) Lenovo ThinkPad T490
Dockable - Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip -
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, RapidCharge -
Compliant Standards RoHS ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001, GDPR
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return -
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