Lenovo ThinkPad T495 (20NK) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17API (Lenovo IdeaPad L340)

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Lenovo ThinkPad T495 (20NK)
Lenovo ThinkPad T495 (20NK)

Our Rating: 78 %

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad T495 (20NK) and Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17API (Lenovo IdeaPad L340). 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 T495 (20NK) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T495 (20NK) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

impressive battery life

efficient AMD performance

good security features

mediocre display brightness

no Thunderbolt support

limited storage capacity

heavier design

Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17API (Lenovo IdeaPad L340) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17API (Lenovo IdeaPad L340) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price point

large display size

adequate processor performance

decent storage capacity

quiet operation

average battery life

limited graphics performance

no backlit keyboard

heavier design

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad T495 (20NK) and Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17API (Lenovo IdeaPad L340)
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
75 % - Design
65 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad T495 (20NK) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17API (Lenovo IdeaPad L340) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T495 (20NK) Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17API (Lenovo IdeaPad L340)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.9 cm x 22.7 cm x 1.79 cm 41.3 cm x 28.46 cm x 2.43 cm
Weight 1.57 kg 2.8 kg
Case Material Glass-fibre, polyphenylene sulfide, polyamide Polycarbonate ABS
Colour Black Platinum grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad T495 (20NK) Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17API (Lenovo IdeaPad L340)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - TN 17.3" - TN
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1600 x 900 (HD+)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 220 cd/m² 220 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45%, 90% 45%
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad T495 (20NK) Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17API (Lenovo IdeaPad L340)
CPU AMD Ryzen 3 Pro 3300U / 2.1 GHz AMD Athlon 300U / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.5 GHz 3.3 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache L3 - 4 MB L3 - 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad T495 (20NK) Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17API (Lenovo IdeaPad L340)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 24 GB 8 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 2400 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz 2400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 1
Empty Slots 1 1
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad T495 (20NK) Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17API (Lenovo IdeaPad L340)
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 T495 (20NK) Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17API (Lenovo IdeaPad L340)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Vega 6 AMD Radeon Vega 3
Camera Yes - 720p Yes
Resolution - 0.3 Megapixel
Camera Features ThinkShutter camera privacy Privacy shutter
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 T495 (20NK) Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17API (Lenovo IdeaPad L340)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2
Wireless Controller Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 9260 - M.2 Card M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Realtek RTL8111 -
Compliant Standards DASH -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad T495 (20NK) Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17API (Lenovo IdeaPad L340)
Technology Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 50 Wh 36 Wh
Battery Life Up to 13.4 hours Up to 7.5 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad T495 (20NK) Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17API (Lenovo IdeaPad L340)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad T495 (20NK) Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17API (Lenovo IdeaPad L340)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T495 (20NK) Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17API (Lenovo IdeaPad L340)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 2
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad T495 (20NK) Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17API (Lenovo IdeaPad L340)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English
Software Included - Microsoft Office (30 days trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad T495 (20NK) Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17API (Lenovo IdeaPad L340)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, smart card reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington 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, RapidCharge
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number - 17API 81LY
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