Choose Pavilion 15 if you need:
- Processor Model at Ryzen 5 (vs Intel Core i5 7200U 2.5GHz)
- Installed Memory at 16 GB (vs 8 GB)
- Storage Capacity at 512 GB (vs 256 GB)
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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
Compare Pavilion 15 vs IdeaPad 720S-13IKB
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models Pavilion 15 and IdeaPad 720S-13IKB within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | Pavilion 15 | IdeaPad 720S-13IKB |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| General | ||
| Brand | HP | Lenovo |
| Product Family | Pavilion | IdeaPad |
| Model | Pavilion 15 | IdeaPad 720S-13IKB |
| Model Number | — | IdeaPad 720S-13IKB |
| Launch Year | 2025 year | 2017 year |
| Form Factor | Clamshell | Clamshell |
| Laptop Category | Budget | Mainstream |
| Operating System | — | Windows 10 |
| Operating System Architecture | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| Processor | ||
| Processor Manufacturer | AMD | Intel |
| Processor Family | AMD Ryzen 5 | Intel Core i5 |
| Processor Model | Ryzen 5 | Intel Core i5 7200U 2.5GHz |
| Processor Generation | — | 7th Gen |
| CPU Architecture | x86-64 | x86-64 |
| CPU Process Node | — | 14 nm |
| CPU Cores | — | 2 cores |
| Efficiency Cores | — | 0 cores |
| CPU Threads | — | 4 threads |
| CPU Base Clock | — | 2.5 GHz |
| CPU Max Boost Clock | — | 3.1 GHz |
| L3 Cache | — | 3 MB |
| Processor Base Power | — | 15 W |
| Graphics | ||
| Graphics Type | Integrated | Integrated |
| GPU Manufacturer | AMD | Intel |
| GPU Model | — | Intel HD Graphics 620 |
| VRAM Capacity | 0 GB | 0 GB |
| VRAM Type | Shared system memory | Shared system memory |
| Memory | ||
| Installed Memory | 16 GB | 8 GB |
| Maximum Memory | — | 8 GB |
| Memory Type | — | DDR4 |
| Memory Speed | — | 2133 MT/s |
| Memory Form Factor | — | Soldered |
| Memory Slots | — | 0 slots |
| Memory Slots Used | — | 0 slots |
| Memory Upgradeable | — | No |
| Memory Channels | — | Dual |
| Storage | ||
| Primary Storage Type | SSD | SSD |
| Storage Capacity | 512 GB | 256 GB |
| Storage Interface | — | PCIe NVMe |
| Storage PCIe Generation | — | PCIe 3.0 |
| Storage Form Factor | — | M.2 |
| Installed Storage Drives | 1 drives | 1 drives |
| Maximum Storage Drives | — | 1 drives |
| M.2 Storage Slots | — | 1 slots |
| RAID Support | — | — |
| Display | ||
| Display Size | — | 13.3 inch |
| Display Resolution | — | 1920 x 1080 |
| Resolution Class | — | FHD |
| Display Technology | — | IPS LCD |
| Panel Type | — | IPS |
| Display Brightness | — | 300 nits |
| Aspect Ratio | — | 16:9 |
| Display Finish | — | Anti-glare |
| Adaptive Sync Technology | — | — |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker Configuration | — | 2 x JBL speakers |
| Speaker Power | — | 2 x 1 W |
| Audio Technology | — | JBL; Dolby Atmos |
| Microphone Configuration | — | Array microphone |
| Audio Jack | — | Yes |
| Keyboard & Input | ||
| Keyboard Type | — | 6-row keyboard |
| Keyboard Backlight | — | Yes |
| Keyboard RGB Zones | — | — |
| Touchpad Type | — | One-piece multi-touch touchpad |
| Wireless & Networking | ||
| Wi-Fi Standard | — | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Wi-Fi IEEE Standard | — | 802.11ac |
| Wi-Fi Bands | — | Dual-band |
| Bluetooth Version | — | 4.1 |
| WWAN | — | No |
| SIM Slot | — | — |
| Ports & Expansion | ||
| USB Type-A Port Count | — | 2 ports |
| USB Type-A Specifications | — | USB 3.0 Type-A |
| USB Type-C Port Count | — | 2 ports |
| USB Type-C Specifications | — | 1x Thunderbolt 3 / DisplayPort 1.2a / Power Delivery; 1x USB-C USB 3.0 / Power Delivery |
| USB4 Port Count | — | 0 ports |
| Thunderbolt Port Count | — | 1 ports |
| Thunderbolt Version | — | Thunderbolt 3 |
| HDMI Port Count | — | 0 ports |
| DisplayPort Output | — | via USB-C |
| RJ-45 Port Count | — | 0 ports |
| 3.5 mm Audio Combo Port Count | — | 1 ports |
| SD Card Slot Count | — | 0 ports |
| microSD Card Slot Count | — | 0 ports |
| Smart Card Reader | — | No |
| Internal PCIe Slots | — | 1x M.2 storage slot |
| Battery & Power | ||
| Battery Capacity | — | 48 Wh |
| Battery Cells | — | 4 cells |
| Battery Chemistry | — | Li-polymer |
| Battery Life | — | 8 hours |
| Battery Life Test Method | — | MobileMark 2014 |
| Power Adapter | — | 45 W |
| Power Connector | — | USB-C |
| USB-C Charging | — | Yes |
| Dimensions & Build | ||
| Width | — | 305.9 mm |
| Depth | — | 213.82 mm |
| Thickness | — | 13.6 mm |
| Weight | — | 1.1 kg |
| Chassis Material | — | Aluminum |
| Lid Material | — | Aluminum |
| Base Material | — | Aluminum |
| Security & Manageability | ||
| TPM | — | — |
| BIOS / UEFI Password Support | — | Yes |
| Drive Password Support | — | Yes |
| Enterprise Manageability | — | — |
| Smart Card Support | — | No |
| BIOS Recovery / Self-Healing | — | — |
| Certifications & Sustainability | ||
| ENERGY STAR | — | ENERGY STAR 6.1 |
| EPEAT | — | Silver |
| RoHS Compliance | — | Yes |
| Environment & Warranty | ||
| Warranty | — | 1 years |
| Warranty Type | — | Depot limited warranty |
Summary: Which Product Should You Choose?
Choose IdeaPad 720S-13IKB if you need:
- Processor Model at Intel Core i5 7200U 2.5GHz (vs Ryzen 5)
- Installed Memory at 8 GB (vs 16 GB)
- Storage Capacity at 256 GB (vs 512 GB)
What is the difference between Pavilion 15 and IdeaPad 720S-13IKB?
Pavilion 15 and IdeaPad 720S-13IKB share specifications such as Form Factor (Clamshell), Operating System Architecture (64-bit), CPU Architecture (x86-64), Graphics Type (Integrated).
The main differences: Processor Model (Pavilion 15: Ryzen 5, IdeaPad 720S-13IKB: Intel Core i5 7200U 2.5GHz); Installed Memory (Pavilion 15: 16 GB, IdeaPad 720S-13IKB: 8 GB); Storage Capacity (Pavilion 15: 512 GB, IdeaPad 720S-13IKB: 256 GB).
Pavilion 15 may suit users who need its differing values, while IdeaPad 720S-13IKB benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.