Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-11AST-05 (Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-11AST)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) and Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-11AST-05 (Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-11AST). 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 S340-15IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

comfortable keyboard

decent battery life

full hd display

average build quality

moderate performance

no thunderbolt support

limited graphics power

Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-11AST-05 (Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-11AST) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-11AST-05 (Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-11AST) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

compact design

lightweight for portability

decent battery life

simple user interface

limited storage capacity

basic processor performance

no backlit keyboard

low-resolution display

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) and Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-11AST-05 (Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-11AST)
71 % - Design
64 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
72 % - Battery
72 % - Design
66 % - Display
39 % - Performance
65 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-11AST-05 (Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-11AST) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-11AST-05 (Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-11AST)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.8 cm x 24.5 cm x 1.79 cm 28.8 cm x 20 cm x 2.09 cm
Weight 1.79 kg 1.2 kg
Case Material Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS Polycarbonate ABS
Colour Platinum grey | Abyss blue Ice blue | Platinum grey
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-11AST-05 (Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-11AST)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - TN 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 220 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-11AST-05 (Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-11AST)
CPU Intel Core i3 (8th Gen) 8145U / 2.1 GHz AMD A4 9120e / 1.5 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.9 GHz 2.2 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache 4 MB L2 - 1 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-11AST-05 (Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-11AST)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 12 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 1866 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 1866 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-11AST-05 (Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-11AST)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe) 64 GB eMMC - eMMC 5.1
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-11AST-05 (Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-11AST)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 AMD Radeon R3
Camera Yes - 720p Yes
Resolution 1 Megapixel 0.3 Megapixel
Camera Features 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 Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-11AST-05 (Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-11AST)
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 S340-15IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-11AST-05 (Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-11AST)
Technology Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 36 Wh 35 Wh
Battery Life Up to 10 hours Up to 8 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-11AST-05 (Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-11AST)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 45 Watt
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-11AST-05 (Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-11AST)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-11AST-05 (Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-11AST)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
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) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-11AST-05 (Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-11AST)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home in S mode - English Windows 10 Home in S mode - English
Software Included Microsoft Office (30 days trial) Microsoft 365 Personal
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-11AST-05 (Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-11AST)
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
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
SAR Value 0.847 W/kg (limb), 0.847 W/kg (body) 0.023 W/kg (body), 0.023 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 15IWL 81N8 05 81VR
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