Lenovo ThinkPad P70 vs. Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)

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Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad P70 and Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540). 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.

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Lenovo ThinkPad P70 vs. Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad P70 Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 41.6 cm x 27.55 cm x 3.15 cm 29.69 cm x 20.86 cm x 1.595 cm
Weight 3.3 kg 1.25 kg
Case Material - Aluminum, glass
Colour - Light silver | Ice blue
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad P70 Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" - 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
Image Brightness - 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 100% sRGB, 72% NTSC
Features Anti-glare Glossy, 72% NTSC colour gamut
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad P70 Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
CPU Intel Xeon E3-1505MV5 / 2.8 GHz AMD Ryzen 5 3550H / 2.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.7 GHz 3.7 GHz
Number of Cores - Quad-Core
Cache 8 MB L3 - 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad P70 Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
RAM 68 GB 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2133 MHz 2400 MHz
Rated Speed 2133 MHz 2400 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad P70 Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB SSD 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad P70 Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics P530 AMD Radeon Vega 8
Camera - Yes - 720p
Resolution - 1 Megapixel
Camera Features - IR camera, ToF sensor
Sound - Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad P70 Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8260 M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad P70 Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Technology Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 96 Wh 56 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 14.7 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad P70 Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Input - AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad P70 Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Type Keyboard Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features - Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad P70 Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Slots 1 x ExpressCard/34 (1 free) -
Interfaces 3 x USB 3.0
USB 3.0 (Always On)
2 x USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 3)
Mini DisplayPort
HDMI
LAN
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 1
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad P70 Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR)) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad P70 Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Integrated Options X-Rite Pantone colour sensor -
Security - Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Features - Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge
Compliant Standards ISO 9001, ISO 14001, RoHS, GREENGUARD, ISO 27001 RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
SAR Value - 0.599 W/kg (body), 0.599 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number - 13API 81XC
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