Lenovo IdeaPad C340-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14ARE05 (81X2)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad C340-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) and Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14ARE05 (81X2). 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 C340-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad C340-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

flexible 2-in-1 design

responsive touchscreen display

decent battery life

solid build quality

affordable price point

moderate processor speed

limited graphics performance

heavier than competitors

basic audio quality

Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14ARE05 (81X2) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14ARE05 (81X2) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

flexible 2-in-1 design

responsive touchscreen display

decent battery life

solid build quality

affordable price point

dim screen brightness

average processor performance

limited port selection

no dedicated GPU

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad C340-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) and Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14ARE05 (81X2)
86 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
83 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
78 % - Connectivity
72 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad C340-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14ARE05 (81X2) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad C340-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14ARE05 (81X2)
Product Type Notebook - flip design Notebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.4 cm x 25 cm x 2.05 cm 32.15 cm x 21.75 cm x 2.09 cm
Weight 2 kg 1.5 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate, polycarbonate ABS, glass-fibre Polycarbonate ABS, plastic
Colour Onyx black Graphite grey
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad C340-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14ARE05 (81X2)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - TN 14"
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) Yes (10-point multi-touch)
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 45%
Features Glossy Glossy, One Glass Solution, Wide Viewing Angle, capacitive touch screen
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad C340-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14ARE05 (81X2)
CPU Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 10210U / 1.6 GHz AMD Ryzen 3 4300U / 2.7 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 3.7 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 6 MB L3 - 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad C340-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14ARE05 (81X2)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered)) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 16 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad C340-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14ARE05 (81X2)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad C340-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14ARE05 (81X2)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce MX230 / Intel UHD Graphics AMD Radeon Graphics
Video Memory 2 GB GDDR5 SDRAM -
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features Privacy shutter Privacy shutter, fixed focus
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad C340-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14ARE05 (81X2)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller M.2 Card M.2 Card
Features Single stream (1x1) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad C340-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14ARE05 (81X2)
Technology Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 52.5 Wh 52.5 Wh
Battery Life Up to 12.5 hours Up to 12 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad C340-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14ARE05 (81X2)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad C340-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14ARE05 (81X2)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Multi-touch touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad C340-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14ARE05 (81X2)
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 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C (Power Delivery 3.0)
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 C340-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14ARE05 (81X2)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Home in S mode - English
Software Included Microsoft Office (Trial) Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad C340-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14ARE05 (81X2)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Integrated Options - Accelerometer
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader -
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge Hard drive password, power-on password, smart charge, Quick Charge
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, NRCAN
SAR Value 1.1 W/kg (body), 1.1 W/kg (limb) 1.456 W/kg (body), 1.456 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Silver
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number 15IML 81TL -
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