Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) vs. Dell Inspiron G5 (15 5500)

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In depth comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) and Dell Inspiron G5 (15 5500). 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 S540-14IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) vs. Dell Inspiron G5 (15 5500) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Dell Inspiron G5 (15 5500)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.3 cm x 22.7 cm x 1.59 cm 36.446 cm x 25.4 cm x 3.113 cm
Weight 1.63 kg 2.65 kg
Case Material Aluminum, glass -
Colour Mineral grey | Abyss blue | Copper Black
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Dell Inspiron G5 (15 5500)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Pixel Density (ppi) - 141
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 120 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 72% NTSC 72% NTSC
Features Glossy, Wide Viewing Angle Anti-glare, ±85° horizontal viewing angle, ±85° vertical viewing angle, Narrow Border Display, 0.18 mm pixel pitch, 72% NTSC colour gamut
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Dell Inspiron G5 (15 5500)
CPU Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 10210U / 1.6 GHz Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 10300H / 2.5 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 4.5 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 6 MB 8 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Dell Inspiron G5 (15 5500)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered)) 8 GB (2 x 4 GB)
Max RAM Supported 12 GB 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz 2933 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz 2933 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 2
Empty Slots 0 0
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Dell Inspiron G5 (15 5500)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Dell Inspiron G5 (15 5500)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) -
Max Monitors Supported 1 external monitor(s) -
Video Memory - 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Camera Yes - 720p -
Resolution 1 Megapixel -
Camera Features Privacy shutter, fixed focus -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Four speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3254
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio High Definition Audio
Audio Features - Nahimic sound technology
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Dell Inspiron G5 (15 5500)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 Bluetooth, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Wireless Controller M.2 Card -
Network Interface - 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet
Features Dual stream (2x2) -
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Dell Inspiron G5 (15 5500)
Technology Lithium Ion 4-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 45 Wh 68 Wh
Battery Life Up to 10 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Dell Inspiron G5 (15 5500)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 240 Watt, 19.5 V, 12.31 A
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Dell Inspiron G5 (15 5500)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes (RGB)
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Dell Inspiron G5 (15 5500)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (PowerShare)
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (PowerShare)
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Dell Inspiron G5 (15 5500)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Home
Software Included Microsoft Office (Trial) Microsoft Office (30 days trial), McAfee (30 days trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Dell Inspiron G5 (15 5500)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader -
Security Slot Type - Noble Wedge security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge -
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 -
SAR Value 1 W/kg (body), 1 W/kg (limb) -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 0 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 10 - 90% (non-condensing)
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 1 year
Model Number 14IML 81NF -
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