Lenovo V340-17IWL (Lenovo V340) vs. ASUS 15 (M509BA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo V340-17IWL (Lenovo V340) and ASUS 15 (M509BA). With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare dimensions, performance, storage, functions, but also other key features of both laptops and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the laptop that best fits your needs and expectations.

Lenovo V340-17IWL (Lenovo V340) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo V340-17IWL (Lenovo V340) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

large display

affordable price

adequate connectivity options

solid build quality

decent processor performance

heavyweight design

average battery life

limited graphics performance

slow HDD storage

ASUS 15 (M509BA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS 15 (M509BA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

solid build quality

adequate connectivity options

efficient multitasking

average battery life

modest display resolution

limited graphics performance

no backlit keyboard

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo V340-17IWL (Lenovo V340) and ASUS 15 (M509BA)
75 % - Design
64 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
73 % - Design
64 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo V340-17IWL (Lenovo V340) vs. ASUS 15 (M509BA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo V340-17IWL (Lenovo V340) ASUS 15 (M509BA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 41.3 cm x 28.46 cm x 2.43 cm 36.02 cm x 23.49 cm x 2.29 cm
Weight 2.8 kg 1.9 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS -
Colour Iron grey Transparent silver
DISPLAY Lenovo V340-17IWL (Lenovo V340) ASUS 15 (M509BA)
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" - IPS 15.6"
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 300 cd/m² 200 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, NanoEdge display
PROCESSOR Lenovo V340-17IWL (Lenovo V340) ASUS 15 (M509BA)
CPU Intel Core i3 (8th Gen) 8145U / 2.1 GHz AMD A9 9425 / 3.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.9 GHz 3.7 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache 4 MB -
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo V340-17IWL (Lenovo V340) ASUS 15 (M509BA)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered))
Max RAM Supported 16 GB 12 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz -
Rated Speed 2400 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 1
Empty Slots 0 0
STORAGE Lenovo V340-17IWL (Lenovo V340) ASUS 15 (M509BA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
Optical Drive DVD-Writer - tray -
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo V340-17IWL (Lenovo V340) ASUS 15 (M509BA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics AMD Radeon R5
Camera - Yes - VGA
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Speaker, microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium -
Audio Features - ASUS SonicMaster, ASUS Bang & Olufsen ICEpower
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo V340-17IWL (Lenovo V340) ASUS 15 (M509BA)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller M.2 Card -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
BATTERY Lenovo V340-17IWL (Lenovo V340) ASUS 15 (M509BA)
Technology Lithium Ion 2-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 36 Wh 32 Wh
Battery Life Up to 6.5 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo V340-17IWL (Lenovo V340) ASUS 15 (M509BA)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A
INPUT Lenovo V340-17IWL (Lenovo V340) ASUS 15 (M509BA)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Features - Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo V340-17IWL (Lenovo V340) ASUS 15 (M509BA)
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC)
SOFTWARE Lenovo V340-17IWL (Lenovo V340) ASUS 15 (M509BA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo V340-17IWL (Lenovo V340) ASUS 15 (M509BA)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington mini security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge System password, hard drive password
Compliant Standards RoHS, ERP UL, C-Tick, BSMI, CB, CCC, FCC, A-Tick, GOST-R
SAR Value - 0.13 W/kg (body), 0.13 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return -
Model Number 17IWL 81RG EJ051T
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