Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) vs. Gigabyte AERO 17 SB (7UK1130SH)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) and Gigabyte AERO 17 SB (7UK1130SH). Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

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

Gigabyte AERO 17 SB (7UK1130SH) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Gigabyte AERO 17 SB (7UK1130SH) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

stunning 4k display

powerful graphics performance

sleek aluminum chassis

efficient cooling system

good battery life

heavier than competitors

premium price tag

limited port selection

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) and Gigabyte AERO 17 SB (7UK1130SH)
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
73 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
86 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) vs. Gigabyte AERO 17 SB (7UK1130SH) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Gigabyte AERO 17 SB (7UK1130SH)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.8 cm x 24.5 cm x 1.69 cm 39.6 cm x 27 cm x 2.14 cm
Weight 1.95 kg 2.5 kg
Case Material Aluminum, glass -
Colour Mineral grey -
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Gigabyte AERO 17 SB (7UK1130SH)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - 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 -
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 72% -
Features Glossy Anti-glare, Pantone Validated
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Gigabyte AERO 17 SB (7UK1130SH)
CPU Intel Core i3 (10th Gen) 10110U / 2.1 GHz Intel Core i7 (10th Gen) 10750H / 2.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.1 GHz 5 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 6-core
Cache 4 MB -
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Chipset - Intel HM470
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Platform Trust Technology (PTT)
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Gigabyte AERO 17 SB (7UK1130SH)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 12 GB 64 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 2
Empty Slots 1 0
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Gigabyte AERO 17 SB (7UK1130SH)
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 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Gigabyte AERO 17 SB (7UK1130SH)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti / Intel UHD Graphics
Video Memory - 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - NVIDIA Optimus
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 S540-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Gigabyte AERO 17 SB (7UK1130SH)
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 S540-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Gigabyte AERO 17 SB (7UK1130SH)
Technology Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 70 Wh 94.24 Wh
Battery Life Up to 15 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Gigabyte AERO 17 SB (7UK1130SH)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 65 Watt 230 Watt
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Gigabyte AERO 17 SB (7UK1130SH)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes (RGB)
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Fusion Engine, per-key RGB
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Gigabyte AERO 17 SB (7UK1130SH)
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)
Mini DisplayPort 1.4
3 x USB 3.2 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 S540-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Gigabyte AERO 17 SB (7UK1130SH)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition
Software Included Microsoft Office (30 days trial) -
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Gigabyte AERO 17 SB (7UK1130SH)
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
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge WINDFORCE Technology
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 DisplayPort 1.4
SAR Value 1.81 W/kg (body), 1.81 W/kg (limb) -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 2 years
Model Number 15IML 81NG -
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