Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20T6) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)

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Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20T6) and Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540). With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare dimensions, performance, storage, functions, but also other key features of both laptops and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the laptop that best fits your needs and expectations.

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Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20T6) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20T6) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.4 cm x 22 cm x 1.79 cm 29.69 cm x 20.86 cm x 1.595 cm
Weight 1.64 kg 1.25 kg
Case Material Aluminum Aluminum, glass
Colour Black Light silver | Ice blue
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20T6) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 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 250 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 100% sRGB, 72% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle Glossy, 72% NTSC colour gamut
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20T6) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 4500U / 2.3 GHz AMD Ryzen 5 3550H / 2.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4 GHz 3.7 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core Quad-Core
Cache L3 - 8 MB L3 - 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20T6) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 24 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 2400 MHz
Rated Speed 3200 MHz 2400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20T6) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20T6) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Graphics AMD Radeon Vega 8
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) -
Max Monitors Supported 2 external monitor(s) -
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Resolution - 1 Megapixel
Camera Features Privacy shutter, IR camera, fixed focus IR camera, ToF sensor
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features Harman/kardon stereo speakers -
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20T6) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller M.2 Card M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Ethernet Controller Realtek R8111GUS -
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20T6) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Technology Lithium polymer Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 45 Wh 56 Wh
Battery Life Up to 13 hours Up to 14.7 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20T6) 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 ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20T6) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20T6) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Slots 1 x M.2 Card (1 free) -
Interfaces USB 2.0
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort 1.2 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
USB 3.1 Gen 1
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20T6) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20T6) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Security Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
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, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS 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 0.84 W/kg (body), 0.84 W/kg (limb) 0.599 W/kg (body), 0.599 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
TCO Certified TCO Certified Notebooks 8 -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 8 - 95% -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number - 13API 81XC
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