Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) vs. Gigabyte AERO 17 XA (7UK1130SQ)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) and Gigabyte AERO 17 XA (7UK1130SQ). 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.

Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

sleek aluminum design

impressive battery life

full hd display

solid state drive included

quiet cooling system

average graphics performance

no optical drive

limited port selection

higher price point

Gigabyte AERO 17 XA (7UK1130SQ) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Gigabyte AERO 17 XA (7UK1130SQ) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

stunning 4k display

powerful graphics performance

slim, attractive design

ample connectivity options

fast processing speeds

high price point

average battery life

heavier than competitors

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) and Gigabyte AERO 17 XA (7UK1130SQ)
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
73 % - Connectivity
72 % - Battery
82 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) vs. Gigabyte AERO 17 XA (7UK1130SQ) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Gigabyte AERO 17 XA (7UK1130SQ)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.3 cm x 22.7 cm x 1.59 cm 39.6 cm x 27 cm x 2.14 cm
Weight 1.63 kg 2.5 kg
Case Material Aluminum, glass -
Colour Copper -
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Gigabyte AERO 17 XA (7UK1130SQ)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 17.3" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 144 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 72% -
Features Glossy Anti-glare, Pantone Validated, thin bezel design
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Gigabyte AERO 17 XA (7UK1130SQ)
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8265U / 1.6 GHz Intel Core i7 (9th Gen) 9750H / 2.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.9 GHz 4.5 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 6-core
Cache 6 MB -
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Chipset - Mobile Intel HM370
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Platform Trust Technology (PTT)
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Gigabyte AERO 17 XA (7UK1130SQ)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered)) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 12 GB 64 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 2
Empty Slots 0 0
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Gigabyte AERO 17 XA (7UK1130SQ)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Gigabyte AERO 17 XA (7UK1130SQ)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 / Intel UHD Graphics 630
Video Memory - 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - NVIDIA Optimus, Max-Q design
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - HD
Resolution 1 Megapixel -
Camera Features Privacy shutter -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio -
Audio Features - Nahimic 3 sound technology
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Gigabyte AERO 17 XA (7UK1130SQ)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Wireless Controller M.2 Card Killer Wi-Fi 6 AX1650
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Killer Ethernet E2600
Features Single stream (1x1) -
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Gigabyte AERO 17 XA (7UK1130SQ)
Technology Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 45 Wh 94.24 Wh
Battery Life Up to 10 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Gigabyte AERO 17 XA (7UK1130SQ)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 65 Watt 230 Watt
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Gigabyte AERO 17 XA (7UK1130SQ)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes (RGB)
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Fusion Engine, N-key rollover, per-key RGB
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Gigabyte AERO 17 XA (7UK1130SQ)
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-C (supports Thunderbolt 3)
USB-C 3.1 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode)
3 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
LAN
Headphone output
Microphone input
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) Yes (SDXC UHS-II Card)
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Gigabyte AERO 17 XA (7UK1130SQ)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Home
Software Included Microsoft Office (30 days trial) -
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Gigabyte AERO 17 XA (7UK1130SQ)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 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 Supra-Cool 2 technology
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 DisplayPort 1.4
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 2 years
Model Number 14IWL 81ND -
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