Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)

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In depth comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) and Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540). 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. Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.3 cm x 22.7 cm x 1.59 cm 29.69 cm x 20.86 cm x 1.595 cm
Weight 1.63 kg 1.25 kg
Case Material Aluminum, glass Aluminum, glass
Colour Mineral grey | Abyss blue | Copper Light silver | Ice blue
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 13.3" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 72% NTSC 100% sRGB, 72% NTSC
Features Glossy, Wide Viewing Angle Glossy, 72% NTSC colour gamut
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
CPU Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 10210U / 1.6 GHz AMD Ryzen 5 3550H / 2.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 3.7 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 6 MB L3 - 4 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered)) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 12 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz 2400 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz 2400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics AMD Radeon Vega 8
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) -
Max Monitors Supported 1 external monitor(s) -
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Resolution 1 Megapixel 1 Megapixel
Camera Features Privacy shutter, fixed focus IR camera, ToF sensor
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
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) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Technology Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 45 Wh 56 Wh
Battery Life Up to 10 hours Up to 14.7 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 1
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
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) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English
Software Included Microsoft Office (Trial) -
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
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, RapidCharge
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
SAR Value 1 W/kg (body), 1 W/kg (limb) 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 14IML 81NF 13API 81XC
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