Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)

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Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) and Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540). 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.

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Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.71 cm x 24.1 cm x 1.99 cm 35.8 cm x 24.5 cm x 1.69 cm
Weight 1.6 kg 1.95 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS Aluminum, glass
Colour Granite black Mineral grey
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - TN 15.6" - 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 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 72%
Features Anti-glare Glossy
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
CPU AMD Ryzen 3 3200U / 2.6 GHz Intel Core i3 (10th Gen) 10110U / 2.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.5 GHz 4.1 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache L3 - 4 MB 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 12 GB 12 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 2400 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 2400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 1
Empty Slots 1 1
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Vega 3 Intel UHD Graphics
Camera Yes Yes - 720p
Resolution 0.3 Megapixel 1 Megapixel
Camera Features - Privacy shutter
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
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
Features Single stream (1x1) Single stream (1x1)
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Technology Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 30 Wh 70 Wh
Battery Life Up to 4 hours Up to 15 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Interfaces USB 2.0
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
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 S145-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home in S mode - English Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English
Software Included Microsoft Office (30 days trial) Microsoft Office (30 days trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
SAR Value - 1.81 W/kg (body), 1.81 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number 14API 81UV 15IML 81NG
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