Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (Lenovo ThinkBook 15)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) and Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (Lenovo ThinkBook 15). 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 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 ThinkBook 15-IIL (Lenovo ThinkBook 15) Review

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

solid build quality

efficient multitasking performance

affordable price point

adequate port selection

fast charging support

average display quality

modest battery life

heavier design

no thunderbolt support

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) and Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (Lenovo ThinkBook 15)
71 % - Design
64 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
72 % - Battery
78 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
78 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (Lenovo ThinkBook 15) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (Lenovo ThinkBook 15)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.8 cm x 24.5 cm x 1.79 cm 36.4 cm x 24.5 cm x 1.89 cm
Weight 1.79 kg 1.8 kg
Case Material Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS
Colour Platinum grey | Abyss blue Mineral grey
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (Lenovo ThinkBook 15)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - TN 15.6" - TN
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 220 cd/m² 220 cd/m²
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, Wide Viewing Angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (Lenovo ThinkBook 15)
CPU Intel Core i3 (8th Gen) 8145U / 2.1 GHz Intel Core i3 (10th Gen) 1005G1 / 1.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.9 GHz 3.4 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache 4 MB 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (Lenovo ThinkBook 15)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (1 x 4 GB)
Max RAM Supported 12 GB 16 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 2666 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 2666 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 1
Empty Slots 1 0
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (Lenovo ThinkBook 15)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe) 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe - SanDisk
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (Lenovo ThinkBook 15)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 Intel UHD Graphics
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Resolution 1 Megapixel -
Camera Features Privacy shutter ThinkShutter camera privacy
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (Lenovo ThinkBook 15)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Wireless Controller M.2 Card Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 - M.2 Card
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features Single stream (1x1) -
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (Lenovo ThinkBook 15)
Technology Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 36 Wh 45 Wh
Battery Life Up to 10 hours Up to 9 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (Lenovo ThinkBook 15)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt, 20 V, 3.25 A
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (Lenovo ThinkBook 15)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (Lenovo ThinkBook 15)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
USB 2.0
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
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 S340-15IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (Lenovo ThinkBook 15)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home in S mode - English Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English
Software Included Microsoft Office (30 days trial) -
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (Lenovo ThinkBook 15)
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
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, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested
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) -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Silver
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return -
Model Number 15IWL 81N8 IIL 20SM
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