Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad L340)

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In depth comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) and Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad L340). Compare sizes, performance, storage capacities, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right laptop for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the laptop that will best fit your needs.

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Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad L340) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad L340)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.3 cm x 22.7 cm x 1.59 cm 41.3 cm x 28.46 cm x 2.43 cm
Weight 1.5 kg 2.8 kg
Case Material Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS Polycarbonate ABS
Colour Mineral grey | Copper Granite black
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad L340)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 17.3" - TN
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1600 x 900 (HD+)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 220 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% 60%
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad L340)
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 3500U / 2.1 GHz Intel Core i3 (8th Gen) 8145U / 2.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.7 GHz 3.9 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache L3 - 4 MB 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad L340)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered)) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 12 GB 16 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 2400 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 1
Empty Slots 0 1
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad L340)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe) 1 TB HDD SATA 6Gb/s / 5400 rpm
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad L340)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Vega 8 Intel UHD Graphics
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Resolution 1 Megapixel -
Camera Features Privacy shutter Privacy shutter
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad L340)
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
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features Dual stream (2x2) Single stream (1x1)
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad L340)
Technology Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 45 Wh 36 Wh
Battery Life Up to 9 hours Up to 7.7 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad L340)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 45 Watt
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad L340)
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 S540-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad L340)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (MultiMediaCard, microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad L340)
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 S540-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad L340)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge 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 0.58 W/kg (body), 0.58 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 81NH 17IWL 81M0
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