Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 (21AB)

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

Our Rating: 72 %

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S) and Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 (21AB). 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 (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S) 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 L13 Gen 2 (21AB) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 (21AB) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

good battery life

reliable performance

compact and portable

average display quality

limited graphics power

no thunderbolt support

higher price segment

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Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S) and Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 (21AB)
75 % - Design
64 % - Display
65 % - Performance
73 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
83 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 (21AB) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 (21AB)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.84 cm x 24.41 cm x 1.94 cm 31.15 cm x 21.9 cm x 1.76 cm
Weight 1.87 kg 1.39 kg
Case Material Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS Aluminum, glass-fibre reinforced plastic
Colour Platinum grey Black
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 (21AB)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - TN 13.3" - 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
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 (21AB)
CPU Intel Pentium Gold 4415U / 2.3 GHz AMD Ryzen 5 Pro 5650U / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 4.2 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 6-core
Cache 2 MB L3 - 16 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 (21AB)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 12 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 330S-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 (21AB)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD 2.5" (7 mm) SATA 6Gb/s 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 (21AB)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 610 AMD Radeon Graphics
Memory Allocation Technology - Shared Video Memory (UMA)
Max Monitors Supported - 3 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Resolution 1 Megapixel -
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, IR camera, fixed focus
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 (21AB)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2
Wireless Controller M.2 Card Realtek RTL8852AE - M.2 Card
Compliant Standards - DASH
Features Single stream (1x1) Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter, dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 (21AB)
Technology Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 30 Wh 46 Wh
Battery Life Up to 6 hours Up to 12.492 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 (21AB)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 (21AB)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 (21AB)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock (combined dual USB-C and ethernet side connection)
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 (21AB)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home in S mode - English Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English
Software Included Microsoft Office (30 days trial) -
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 (21AB)
Dockable - Yes
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 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, RapidCharge Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Silver EPEAT Gold
TCO Certified - TCO Certified Notebooks 8
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return Base warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Extended warranty - 1 year - on-site
Model Number 15IKB 81F5 -
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