Lenovo ThinkPad P50 vs. Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)

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In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad P50 and Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540). 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.

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Lenovo ThinkPad P50 vs. Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad P50 Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 37.74 cm x 25.23 cm x 2.94 cm 32.3 cm x 22.7 cm x 1.59 cm
Weight 2.6 kg 1.63 kg
Case Material Glass-fibre reinforced plastic, magnesium-aluminum alloy Aluminum, glass
Colour - Mineral grey | Abyss blue | Copper
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad P50 Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 14"
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 250 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% 72% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, 160° viewing angle Glossy, Wide Viewing Angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad P50 Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
CPU Intel Core i7 6MUXHQ Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 10210U / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 4.2 GHz
Number of Cores - Quad-Core
Cache - 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Chipset Mobile Intel CM236 Express -
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad P50 Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
RAM 16 GB 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered))
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 12 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2133 MHz 2666 MHz
Rated Speed 2133 MHz 2666 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 4 1
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad P50 Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad P50 Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA Quadro M1000M Intel UHD Graphics
Memory Allocation Technology - Shared Video Memory (UMA)
Max Monitors Supported - 1 external monitor(s)
Camera - Yes - 720p
Resolution - 1 Megapixel
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, fixed focus
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3268 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad P50 Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2
Wireless Controller Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8260 M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad P50 Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Technology Lithium polymer Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) - 45 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 10 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad P50 Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 170 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad P50 Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad P50 Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Slots 1 x ExpressCard/34 (1 free) -
Interfaces 3 x USB 3.0
USB 3.0 (Always On)
USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 3)
Mini DisplayPort
HDMI
LAN
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card, SDXC UHS-II Card) 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad P50 Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR)) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English
Software Included Lenovo Solution Center, Lenovo Companion, Lenovo Settings, McAfee LiveSafe (30 days trial), SHAREit, Microsoft Office Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad P50 Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2 and TPM 2.0), fingerprint reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
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, ThinkEngine, MIL-STD-810G tested Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge
Compliant Standards ISO 9001, ISO 14001, RoHS, GREENGUARD, ISO 27001 RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
SAR Value - 1 W/kg (body), 1 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number - 14IML 81NF
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