Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad L340) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15API (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)

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In depth comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad L340) and Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15API (Lenovo IdeaPad S145). Compare sizes, performance, storage capacities, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right laptop for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the laptop that will best fit your needs.

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Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad L340) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15API (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad L340) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15API (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 41.3 cm x 28.46 cm x 2.43 cm 36.22 cm x 25.15 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 2.8 kg 1.85 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS Polycarbonate ABS (bottom), polycarbonate ABS (top)
Colour Granite black Granite black | Granite black texture
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad L340) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15API (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" - TN 15.6" - TN
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1600 x 900 (HD+) 1366 x 768 (HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 220 cd/m² 220 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 60% -
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad L340) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15API (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
CPU Intel Core i3 (8th Gen) 8145U / 2.1 GHz AMD Athlon 300U / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.9 GHz 3.3 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache 4 MB L3 - 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad L340) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15API (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 16 GB 12 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 2400 MHz
Rated Speed - 2400 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 1
Empty Slots 1 1
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad L340) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15API (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB HDD SATA 6Gb/s / 5400 rpm 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad L340) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15API (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics AMD Radeon Vega 3
Max Monitors Supported - 1 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes
Resolution - 0.3 Megapixel
Camera Features Privacy shutter Fixed focus
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad L340) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15API (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2
Wireless Controller M.2 Card M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features Single stream (1x1) Single stream (1x1)
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad L340) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15API (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 36 Wh 30 Wh
Battery Life Up to 7.7 hours Up to 4 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad L340) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15API (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad L340) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15API (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad L340) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15API (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 2.0
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad L340) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15API (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Home in S mode - English
Software Included - Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad L340) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15API (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Included Accessories Power adapter Wall mount power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) 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, RapidCharge Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
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 Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number 17IWL 81M0 15API 81UT
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