Lenovo ThinkPad E490 (20N9) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad E490 (20N9) and Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320). 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 ThinkPad E490 (20N9) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad E490 (20N9) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

good security features

decent battery life

solid performance

average display quality

heavier design

no thunderbolt support

limited graphics power

Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

ample storage options

decent processor speed

large display size

integrated dvd drive

average battery life

heavy build

lower resolution screen

limited graphics performance

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad E490 (20N9) and Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320)
76 % - Design
64 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
75 % - Design
63 % - Display
45 % - Performance
64 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad E490 (20N9) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad E490 (20N9) Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.9 cm x 24.2 cm x 1.99 cm 41.8 cm x 29.26 cm x 2.49 cm
Weight 1.75 kg 2.8 kg
Case Material Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS -
Colour Black Platinum grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad E490 (20N9) Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 17.3" - TN
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1600 x 900 (HD+)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² -
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad E490 (20N9) Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320)
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8265U / 1.6 GHz AMD A6 9220 / 2.5 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.9 GHz 2.9 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache 6 MB 1 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad E490 (20N9) Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 4 GB (1 x 4 GB)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 8 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 2133 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz 2133 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 1
Empty Slots 1 0
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad E490 (20N9) Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe) - Toshiba 1 TB HDD SATA 6Gb/s / 5400 rpm
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad E490 (20N9) Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 AMD Radeon R4
Camera Yes - 720p Yes
Resolution - 0.3 Megapixel
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Codec Conexant CX11880 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Advanced Audio Dolby Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad E490 (20N9) Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 9260 - M.2 Card M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet 10/100 Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Realtek R8111GUS -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad E490 (20N9) Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion 2-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 45 Wh 30 Wh
Battery Life Up to 13 hours Up to 5.5 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad E490 (20N9) Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 45 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad E490 (20N9) Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad E490 (20N9) Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 2.0
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 1/USB 3.0
USB 2.0
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad E490 (20N9) Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad E490 (20N9) Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip -
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington mini security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS
SAR Value 0.47 W/kg (body), 0.47 W/kg (limb) -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Silver -
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number - 17AST 80XW
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