Lenovo V14-IIL (Lenovo V14) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo V14-IIL (Lenovo V14) and Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S540). 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 V14-IIL (Lenovo V14) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo V14-IIL (Lenovo V14) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

solid build quality

decent processor performance

adequate storage capacity

lightweight design

average display quality

limited graphics power

short battery life

fewer connectivity options

Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

slim aluminum design

full hd display

fast ssd storage

good battery life

quiet cooling system

average color accuracy

no thunderbolt support

limited upgrade options

mediocre speaker quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo V14-IIL (Lenovo V14) and Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
75 % - Design
63 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
81 % - Design
75 % - Display
72 % - Performance
78 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo V14-IIL (Lenovo V14) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo V14-IIL (Lenovo V14) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.71 cm x 24.1 cm x 1.99 cm 35.8 cm x 24.5 cm x 1.715 cm
Weight 1.6 kg 1.8 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS
Colour Iron grey texture Abyss blue
DISPLAY Lenovo V14-IIL (Lenovo V14) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - TN 15.6" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 220 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45%
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo V14-IIL (Lenovo V14) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
CPU Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 1035G1 / 1 GHz Intel Core i3 (8th Gen) 8145U / 2.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.6 GHz 3.9 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache 6 MB 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo V14-IIL (Lenovo V14) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered)) 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered))
Max RAM Supported 12 GB 12 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2666 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 0 0
STORAGE Lenovo V14-IIL (Lenovo V14) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo V14-IIL (Lenovo V14) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics Intel UHD Graphics 620
Camera Yes Yes - 720p
Resolution 0.3 Megapixel 1 Megapixel
Camera Features - Privacy shutter
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo V14-IIL (Lenovo V14) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2
Wireless Controller M.2 Card M.2 Card
Features Single stream (1x1) Single stream (1x1)
BATTERY Lenovo V14-IIL (Lenovo V14) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Technology Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 35 Wh 70 Wh
Battery Life Up to 6 hours Up to 15 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo V14-IIL (Lenovo V14) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo V14-IIL (Lenovo V14) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo V14-IIL (Lenovo V14) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Interfaces USB 2.0
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) 4 in 1 (MultiMediaCard, microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC)
SOFTWARE Lenovo V14-IIL (Lenovo V14) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English
Software Included Microsoft Office (30 days trial) Microsoft Office (30 days trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo V14-IIL (Lenovo V14) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number IIL 82C4 15IWL 81NE
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