Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T490

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0) and Lenovo ThinkPad T490. 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 ThinkPad T490 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T490 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

impressive battery life

good security features

reliable performance

average display quality

limited graphics power

noisy under load

heavier than competitors

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0) and Lenovo ThinkPad T490
86 % - Design
78 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
72 % - Battery
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
80 % - Performance
84 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T490 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0) Lenovo ThinkPad T490
Product Type Notebook - 180-degree hinge design Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30.7 cm x 21 cm x 1.19 cm -
Weight 1.1 kg -
Case Material Aluminum -
Colour Platinum -
DISPLAY Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0) Lenovo ThinkPad T490
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - IPS 14"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 -
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 72% NTSC -
Features Glossy, glass cover, 72% NTSC colour gamut -
PROCESSOR Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0) Lenovo ThinkPad T490
CPU Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8565U / 1.8 GHz Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8365U / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.6 GHz 4.1 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 8 MB 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0) Lenovo ThinkPad T490
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB
RAM Type LPDDR3 SDRAM -
Speed 2133 MHz -
Rated Speed 2133 MHz -
STORAGE Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0) Lenovo ThinkPad T490
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0) Lenovo ThinkPad T490
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 Intel UHD Graphics
Camera Yes - 720p -
Resolution 1 Megapixel -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos -
Audio Features Output: JBL -
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0) Lenovo ThinkPad T490
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 -
Wireless Controller M.2 Card -
BATTERY Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0) Lenovo ThinkPad T490
Technology Lithium Ion -
Battery Capacity (Size) 42 Wh -
Battery Life Up to 12 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0) Lenovo ThinkPad T490
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 65 Watt -
INPUT Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0) Lenovo ThinkPad T490
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0) Lenovo ThinkPad T490
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
Dock
SOFTWARE Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0) Lenovo ThinkPad T490
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Pro
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (81J0) Lenovo ThinkPad T490
Dockable - Yes
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Security Fingerprint reader -
Features Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge -
Compliant Standards RoHS ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001, GDPR
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return -
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