Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (81XC) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (81XC) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

slim, lightweight design

sharp, vibrant display

fast processing speed

good battery life

quiet operation

limited port selection

no optical drive

average graphics performance

higher price point

Lenovo V15-IGL (82C3) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo V15-IGL (82C3) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

solid build quality

adequate connectivity options

suitable for basic tasks

average battery life

mediocre display quality

limited performance capacity

no backlit keyboard.

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (81XC) and Lenovo V15-IGL (82C3)
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
72 % - Performance
78 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
72 % - Design
64 % - Display
45 % - Performance
65 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (81XC) vs. Lenovo V15-IGL (82C3) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (81XC) Lenovo V15-IGL (82C3)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 29.69 cm x 20.86 cm x 1.595 cm 36.22 cm x 25.15 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.25 kg 1.85 kg
Case Material Aluminum, glass Polycarbonate ABS
Colour Light silver Iron grey
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (81XC) Lenovo V15-IGL (82C3)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - IPS 15.6" - TN
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 2560 x 1600 (WQHD) 1366 x 768 (HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 220 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB, 72% NTSC -
Features Glossy, 72% NTSC colour gamut Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (81XC) Lenovo V15-IGL (82C3)
CPU AMD Ryzen 7 3750H / 2.3 GHz Intel Celeron N4020 / 1.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4 GHz 2.8 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache L3 - 4 MB 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (81XC) Lenovo V15-IGL (82C3)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 2400 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 2400 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (81XC) Lenovo V15-IGL (82C3)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (81XC) Lenovo V15-IGL (82C3)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon RX Vega 10 Intel UHD Graphics 600
Memory Allocation Technology - Shared Video Memory (UMA)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes
Resolution 1 Megapixel 0.3 Megapixel
Camera Features IR camera, fixed focus, ToF sensor -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (81XC) Lenovo V15-IGL (82C3)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller M.2 Card M.2 Card
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (81XC) Lenovo V15-IGL (82C3)
Technology Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 56 Wh 35 Wh
Battery Life Up to 14.7 hours Up to 6 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (81XC) Lenovo V15-IGL (82C3)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 45 Watt
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (81XC) Lenovo V15-IGL (82C3)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (81XC) Lenovo V15-IGL (82C3)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
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 S540-13API (81XC) Lenovo V15-IGL (82C3)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English FreeDOS
Software Included Microsoft Office (30 days trial) -
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (81XC) Lenovo V15-IGL (82C3)
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
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
SAR Value 0.599 W/kg (body), 0.599 W/kg (limb) -
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) 0.599 W/kg (body)
0.599 W/kg (limb)
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Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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