Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (81EV)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0) and Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (81EV). 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 Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

slim, lightweight design

full hd display

solid state drive

good battery life

backlit keyboard

limited port selection

no dedicated gpu

average audio quality

higher price range

Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (81EV) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (81EV) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

sleek aluminum design

sharp full-HD display

robust processing power

lightweight and portable

reasonable price point

average battery life

limited port selection

no dedicated GPU

moderate storage capacity

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0) and Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (81EV)
86 % - Design
78 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
72 % - Battery
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (81EV) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0) Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (81EV)
Product Type Notebook - 180-degree hinge design Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30.7 cm x 21 cm x 1.19 cm 35.89 cm x 24.49 cm x 1.68 cm
Weight 1.1 kg 1.95 kg
Case Material Aluminum Aluminum, glass
Colour Platinum Liquid blue
DISPLAY Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0) Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (81EV)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - IPS 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 300 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 72% NTSC -
Features Glossy, glass cover, 72% NTSC colour gamut Glossy
PROCESSOR Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0) Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (81EV)
CPU Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8565U / 1.8 GHz Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8550U / 1.8 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.6 GHz 4 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 8 MB 8 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0) Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (81EV)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 16 GB
RAM Type LPDDR3 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2133 MHz 2400 MHz
Rated Speed 2133 MHz 2400 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0) Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (81EV)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0) Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (81EV)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 Intel UHD Graphics 620
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Resolution 1 Megapixel 1 Megapixel
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium
Audio Features Output: JBL Harman audio technology
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0) Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (81EV)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller M.2 Card M.2 Card
BATTERY Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0) Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (81EV)
Technology Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 42 Wh 45 Wh
Battery Life Up to 12 hours Up to 10 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0) Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (81EV)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0) Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (81EV)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Multi-touch touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0) Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (81EV)
Interfaces USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3) (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0) Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (81EV)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English
Software Included - Microsoft Office (30 days trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0) Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (81EV)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Security Fingerprint reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Features Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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