Lenovo ThinkPad T470s vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 320)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad T470s and Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17IKB (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 T470s Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T470s based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

durable build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

robust security features

good battery life

lightweight design

average display brightness

limited graphics performance

no touchscreen option

modest storage capacity

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad T470s and Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 320)
81 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
84 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad T470s vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T470s Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 320)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 33.1 cm x 22.68 cm x 1.88 cm 41.8 cm x 29.26 cm x 2.49 cm
Weight - 2.8 kg
Case Material - Polycarbonate ABS
Colour - Onyx black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad T470s Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17IKB (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 - 200 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 72%
Features Anti-glare Glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad T470s Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 320)
CPU Intel Core i5 (7th Gen) 7200U / 2.5 GHz Intel Core i3 (7th Gen) 7100U / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.1 GHz -
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache 3 MB 3 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad T470s Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 320)
RAM 8 GB 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 24 GB 16 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 2133 MHz
Rated Speed - 2133 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 1
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad T470s Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 320)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD 1 TB HDD SATA 6Gb/s / 5400 rpm
Optical Drive - DVD-Writer - tray
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad T470s Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 320)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 620 Intel HD Graphics 620
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Compliant Standards Dolby Advanced Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T470s Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 320)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller - Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 3165 - M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad T470s Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 320)
Technology - 2-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) - 30 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 6 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad T470s Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 320)
Input - AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 45 Watt, 20 V, 2.25 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad T470s Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 320)
Type Keyboard Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Features - Multi-touch touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T470s Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 320)
Slots 1 x Micro-SIM card (1 free) -
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1/USB 3.0
USB 3.1 Gen 1/USB 3.0 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3)
HDMI
LAN
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1/USB 3.0
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad T470s Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 320)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad T470s Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 320)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories 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
Compliant Standards - RoHS
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - advance hardware replacement - 1 year -
Model Number - 17IKB 80XM
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