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

Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (82GJ) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (82GJ) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

rugged design

lightweight build

efficient battery life

decent connectivity options

modest performance

low-resolution display

limited storage capacity

minimal RAM

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 530S) and Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (82GJ)
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
69 % - Design
64 % - Display
45 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 530S) vs. Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (82GJ) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 530S) Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (82GJ)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.34 cm x 22.6 cm x 1.64 cm 29 cm x 20.4 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.59 kg 1.25 kg
Case Material Aluminum Polycarbonate ABS
Colour Onyx black | Copper Black
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 530S) Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (82GJ)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 11.6" - TN
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1366 x 768 (HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 530S) Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (82GJ)
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8250U / 1.6 GHz AMD 3000 Series 3015e / 1.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.4 GHz 2.3 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache 6 MB L3 - 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 530S) Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (82GJ)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 16 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 1600 MHz
Rated Speed - 1600 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 530S) Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (82GJ)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 64 GB eMMC - eMMC 5.1
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 530S) Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (82GJ)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 AMD Radeon Graphics
Memory Allocation Technology - Shared Video Memory (UMA)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features - Fixed focus
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio High Definition Audio
Audio Features Harman audio technology -
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 530S) Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (82GJ)
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 Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 200 - M.2 Card
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 530S) Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (82GJ)
Technology Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 45 Wh 42 Wh
Battery Life Up to 10 hours Up to 13.6 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 530S) Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (82GJ)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 45 Watt
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 530S) Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (82GJ)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Multi-touch touchpad Spill-resistant, anti-pry key caps
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 530S) Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (82GJ)
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 530S) Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (82GJ)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - Danish / English / Finnish / Norwegian / Swedish Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 530S) Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (82GJ)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Fingerprint reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 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, power-on password, MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
SAR Value - 0.08 W/kg (body), 0.08 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Silver
TCO Certified - TCO Certified Notebooks 8
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return
Limited warranty - battery - 1 year
Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number 14IKB 81EU -
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