Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KF) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320)

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Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KF)
Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KF)

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KF) and Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320). 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.

Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

decent processor performance

ample storage capacity

simple user interface

average battery life

basic display quality

limited graphics capability

minimal connectivity options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KF) and Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320)
69 % - Design
63 % - Display
45 % - Performance
64 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KF) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KF) Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30.77 cm x 20.98 cm x 1.78 cm 37.8 cm x 26 cm x 2.29 cm
Weight 1.26 kg 2.2 kg
Case Material Glass-fibre, magnesium-aluminum alloy Polycarbonate ABS
Colour Black Denim blue | Platinum grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KF) Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320)
Screen Size (Type) 12.5" 15.6" - TN
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1366 x 768 (HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 220 cd/m² 200 cd/m²
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KF) Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320)
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8250U / 1.6 GHz AMD A9 9420 / 3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.4 GHz 3.6 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache 6 MB 1 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KF) Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (1 x 4 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 8 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 2133 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 2400 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KF) Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - TCG Opal Encryption, NVM Express (NVMe) - Samsung 1 TB HDD SATA 6Gb/s / 5400 rpm - Seagate
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KF) Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 AMD Radeon R5
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Resolution - 1 Megapixel
Camera Features ThinkShutter camera privacy -
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 X280 (20KF) Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8265 - M.2 Card M.2 Card
Network Interface - 10/100 Ethernet
Features Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter -
WWAN
Generation 4G -
Technology LTE -
Controller FIBOCOM L830-EB - M.2 Card -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KF) Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320)
Technology 6-cell Lithium Ion 2-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 48 Wh 30 Wh
Battery Life Up to 16.6 hours Up to 6 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KF) Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 20 V, 3.25 A 45 Watt, 20 V, 2.25 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KF) Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Multi-touch touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KF) Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320)
Slots Nano-SIM card -
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
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 1/USB 3.0
USB 2.0
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KF) Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KF) Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader -
Security Slot Type Kensington mini 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
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number - 15AST 80XV
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