Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L6) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14AST (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)

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Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L6)
Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L6)

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L6) and Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14AST (Lenovo IdeaPad S145). 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 IdeaPad S145-14AST (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14AST (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

decent processor speed

sufficient connectivity options

quiet operation

average display quality

limited storage capacity

basic graphics performance

short battery life

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L6) and Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14AST (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
72 % - Design
66 % - Display
45 % - Performance
65 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L6) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14AST (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L6) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14AST (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 33.66 cm x 23.25 cm x 1.995 cm 32.71 cm x 24.1 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.58 kg 1.6 kg
Case Material Glass-fibre reinforced plastic Polycarbonate ABS
Colour Black Platinum grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L6) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14AST (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 14" - TN
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution - 1366 x 768 (HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness - 220 cd/m²
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L6) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14AST (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
CPU No CPU AMD A4 9125 / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 2.6 GHz
Number of Cores - Dual-Core
Cache - L2 - 1 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L6) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14AST (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
RAM 0 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 2400 MHz 2133 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 1
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L6) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14AST (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) - 128 GB SSD 2.5" SATA 6Gb/s
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L6) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14AST (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Graphics Processor (GPU) - AMD Radeon R3
Camera - Yes
Resolution - 0.3 Megapixel
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L6) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14AST (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Wireless - 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2
Wireless Controller - M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L6) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14AST (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Technology - Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) - 30 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 4 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L6) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14AST (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 45 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L6) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14AST (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L6) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14AST (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3)
HDMI
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
USB 2.0
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
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 T480 (20L6) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14AST (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Operating System (OS) No operating system Windows 10 Home in S mode - English
Software Included - Microsoft Office (30 days trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L6) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14AST (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip 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, MIL-STD-810G tested Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number - 14AST 81ST
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