Lenovo Yoga C740-14IML (Lenovo Yoga C740) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14ARE05 (81X2)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo Yoga C740-14IML (Lenovo Yoga C740) and Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14ARE05 (81X2). 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 Yoga C740-14IML (Lenovo Yoga C740) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo Yoga C740-14IML (Lenovo Yoga C740) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

versatile 2-in-1 design

responsive touchscreen display

solid battery life

premium aluminum chassis

good keyboard comfort

limited port selection

no dedicated graphics

average sound quality

reflective screen surface

Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14ARE05 (81X2) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14ARE05 (81X2) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

flexible 2-in-1 design

responsive touchscreen display

decent battery life

solid build quality

affordable price point

dim screen brightness

average processor performance

limited port selection

no dedicated GPU

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo Yoga C740-14IML (Lenovo Yoga C740) and Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14ARE05 (81X2)
83 % - Design
78 % - Display
75 % - Performance
78 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
83 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
78 % - Connectivity
72 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo Yoga C740-14IML (Lenovo Yoga C740) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14ARE05 (81X2) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo Yoga C740-14IML (Lenovo Yoga C740) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14ARE05 (81X2)
Product Type Notebook - flip design Notebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.18 cm x 21.46 cm x 1.69 cm 32.15 cm x 21.75 cm x 2.09 cm
Weight 1.4 kg 1.5 kg
Case Material Aluminum Polycarbonate ABS, plastic
Colour Mica | Grey iron Graphite grey
DISPLAY Lenovo Yoga C740-14IML (Lenovo Yoga C740) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14ARE05 (81X2)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 14"
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) Yes (10-point multi-touch)
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 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 72% NTSC 45%
Features Anti-glare, Dolby Vision, 72% NTSC colour gamut Glossy, One Glass Solution, Wide Viewing Angle, capacitive touch screen
PROCESSOR Lenovo Yoga C740-14IML (Lenovo Yoga C740) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14ARE05 (81X2)
CPU Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 10210U / 1.6 GHz AMD Ryzen 3 4300U / 2.7 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 3.7 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 6 MB L3 - 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo Yoga C740-14IML (Lenovo Yoga C740) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14ARE05 (81X2)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz 3200 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo Yoga C740-14IML (Lenovo Yoga C740) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14ARE05 (81X2)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo Yoga C740-14IML (Lenovo Yoga C740) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14ARE05 (81X2)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics AMD Radeon Graphics
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features Privacy shutter Privacy shutter, fixed focus
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo Yoga C740-14IML (Lenovo Yoga C740) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14ARE05 (81X2)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller Intel Wireless-AC 9560 - M.2 Card M.2 Card
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo Yoga C740-14IML (Lenovo Yoga C740) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14ARE05 (81X2)
Technology Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 51 Wh 52.5 Wh
Battery Life Up to 13 hours Up to 12 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo Yoga C740-14IML (Lenovo Yoga C740) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14ARE05 (81X2)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo Yoga C740-14IML (Lenovo Yoga C740) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14ARE05 (81X2)
Type Keyboard, digitizer, touchpad, digital pen Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Multi-touch touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo Yoga C740-14IML (Lenovo Yoga C740) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14ARE05 (81X2)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE Lenovo Yoga C740-14IML (Lenovo Yoga C740) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14ARE05 (81X2)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Home in S mode - English
Software Included Microsoft Office (Trial) Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo Yoga C740-14IML (Lenovo Yoga C740) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14ARE05 (81X2)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter, Lenovo Active Pen Power adapter
Integrated Options Accelerometer Accelerometer
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader -
Features Administrator password, power-on password Hard drive password, power-on password, smart charge, Quick Charge
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, NRCAN
SAR Value 1.054 W/kg (body), 1.054 W/kg (limb) 1.456 W/kg (body), 1.456 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Silver
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number 14IML 81TC -
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