Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15IIL (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)

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Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) and Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15IIL (Lenovo IdeaPad S145). 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.

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15IIL (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15IIL (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.3 cm x 22.7 cm x 1.59 cm 36.22 cm x 25.15 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.5 kg 1.85 kg
Case Material Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS Polycarbonate ABS
Colour Mineral grey | Copper Platinum grey IMR
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15IIL (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 15.6" - 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 250 cd/m² 220 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% -
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15IIL (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 3500U / 2.1 GHz Intel Core i3 (10th Gen) 1005G1 / 1.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.7 GHz 3.4 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 S145-15IIL (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered)) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 12 GB 12 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 0 1
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15IIL (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe) 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15IIL (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Vega 8 Intel UHD Graphics
Camera Yes - 720p Yes
Resolution 1 Megapixel 0.3 Megapixel
Camera Features 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 S145-15IIL (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller M.2 Card M.2 Card
Features Dual stream (2x2) Single stream (1x1)
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15IIL (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Technology Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 45 Wh 30 Wh
Battery Life Up to 9 hours Up to 5.5 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15IIL (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15IIL (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
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 S145-15IIL (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
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 (MultiMediaCard, microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC) 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15IIL (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Home in S mode - English
Software Included Microsoft Office (30 days trial) Microsoft Office (30 days trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15IIL (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
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
Features Administrator 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 0.58 W/kg (body), 0.58 W/kg (limb) -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number 14API 81NH 15IIL 81W8
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