Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) vs. ASUS K571GT (AL128T)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) and ASUS K571GT (AL128T). 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 S540-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

sleek aluminum design

impressive full hd display

fast intel processors

solid state drive standard

good battery life

average graphics performance

no optical drive

limited port selection

higher price segment

ASUS K571GT (AL128T) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS K571GT (AL128T) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful graphics performance

solid build quality

efficient cooling system

full hd display

reasonable price

average battery life

heavier design

no thunderbolt support

limited upgrade options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) and ASUS K571GT (AL128T)
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
73 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
81 % - Design
75 % - Display
78 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) vs. ASUS K571GT (AL128T) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) ASUS K571GT (AL128T)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.8 cm x 24.5 cm x 1.69 cm 35.9 cm x 24.8 cm x 2.19 cm
Weight 1.95 kg 2.14 kg
Case Material Aluminum, glass Plastic
Colour Mineral grey Black (bottom), star black (LCD cover), star black (top)
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) ASUS K571GT (AL128T)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 72% 45% NTSC
Features Glossy ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence Technology, anti-glare, WideView, Tru2Life, NanoEdge display, Narrow Border Display
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) ASUS K571GT (AL128T)
CPU Intel Core i3 (10th Gen) 10110U / 2.1 GHz Intel Core i5 (9th Gen) 9300H / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.1 GHz 4.1 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 4 MB 8 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Chipset - Mobile Intel HM370
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) ASUS K571GT (AL128T)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 12 GB 16 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz -
Rated Speed 2400 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 1
Empty Slots 1 1
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) ASUS K571GT (AL128T)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) ASUS K571GT (AL128T)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 / Intel UHD Graphics 630
Video Memory - 4 GB GDDR5 SDRAM
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Resolution 1 Megapixel -
Camera Features Privacy shutter -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Harman/kardon stereo speakers, microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio -
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) ASUS K571GT (AL128T)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2
Wireless Controller M.2 Card -
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features Single stream (1x1) -
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) ASUS K571GT (AL128T)
Technology Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 70 Wh 42 Wh
Battery Life Up to 15 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) ASUS K571GT (AL128T)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 150 Watt, 20 V, 7.53 A
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) ASUS K571GT (AL128T)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) ASUS K571GT (AL128T)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
2 x USB 2.0
USB 3.2 Gen 1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
LAN
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) 2 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard)
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) ASUS K571GT (AL128T)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Home
Software Included Microsoft Office (30 days trial) -
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) ASUS K571GT (AL128T)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) solution
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge System password
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 UL, C-Tick, BSMI, CB, CCC, MIC, FCC, WEEE, A-Tick, GOST-R, iDA
SAR Value 1.81 W/kg (body), 1.81 W/kg (limb) -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return -
Model Number 15IML 81NG -
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