Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) vs. Lenovo V14-ADA (Lenovo V14)

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Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) and Lenovo V14-ADA (Lenovo V14). 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.

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Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) vs. Lenovo V14-ADA (Lenovo V14) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Lenovo V14-ADA (Lenovo V14)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 29.69 cm x 20.86 cm x 1.595 cm 32.71 cm x 24.1 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.25 kg 1.6 kg
Case Material Aluminum, glass Polycarbonate ABS
Colour Light silver | Ice blue Iron grey texture
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Lenovo V14-ADA (Lenovo V14)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - IPS 14" - TN
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA) 1920 x 1080 (Full 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 (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Lenovo V14-ADA (Lenovo V14)
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 3550H / 2.1 GHz AMD Ryzen 3 3250U / 2.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.7 GHz 3.5 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache L3 - 4 MB L3 - 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Lenovo V14-ADA (Lenovo V14)
RAM 8 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 2400 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 2400 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Lenovo V14-ADA (Lenovo V14)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Lenovo V14-ADA (Lenovo V14)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Vega 8 AMD Radeon Graphics
Camera Yes - 720p Yes
Resolution 1 Megapixel 0.3 Megapixel
Camera Features IR camera, 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 (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Lenovo V14-ADA (Lenovo V14)
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 (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Lenovo V14-ADA (Lenovo V14)
Technology Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 56 Wh 35 Wh
Battery Life Up to 14.7 hours Up to 6 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Lenovo V14-ADA (Lenovo V14)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Lenovo V14-ADA (Lenovo V14)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Lenovo V14-ADA (Lenovo V14)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
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 (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Lenovo V14-ADA (Lenovo V14)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English
Software Included - Microsoft Office (30 days trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Lenovo V14-ADA (Lenovo V14)
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, 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 Yes
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number 13API 81XC ADA 82C6
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