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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models IdeaPad 520S-14IKB and SmartBook 130 within the same category.
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | IdeaPad 520S-14IKB | SmartBook 130 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| General | ||
| Brand | Lenovo | Mediacom |
| Product Family | IdeaPad | SmartBook |
| Model | IdeaPad 520S-14IKB | SmartBook 130 |
| Model Number | IdeaPad 520S-14IKB | M-SB130 |
| Part Number / SKU | — | M-SB130 |
| Launch Year | 2017 year | 2016 year |
| Form Factor | Clamshell | Clamshell |
| Laptop Category | Mainstream | Mainstream |
| Operating System | No OS | Windows 10 Home |
| Operating System Architecture | — | 64-bit |
| Processor | ||
| Processor Manufacturer | Intel | Intel |
| Processor Family | Intel Core i3 | Intel Atom |
| Processor Model | Intel Core i3 7130U 2.7GHz | Intel Atom x5-Z8350 1.44GHz |
| Processor Generation | 7th Gen | Cherry Trail |
| CPU Architecture | x86-64 | x86-64 |
| CPU Process Node | 14 nm | 14 nm |
| CPU Cores | 2 cores | 4 cores |
| Efficiency Cores | 0 cores | 0 cores |
| CPU Threads | 4 threads | 4 threads |
| CPU Base Clock | 2.7 GHz | 1.44 GHz |
| CPU Max Boost Clock | — | 1.92 GHz |
| L2 Cache | — | 2 MB |
| L3 Cache | 3 MB | — |
| Processor Base Power | 15 W | — |
| Graphics | ||
| Graphics Type | Integrated | Integrated |
| GPU Manufacturer | Intel | Intel |
| GPU Model | Intel HD Graphics 620 | Intel HD Graphics |
| VRAM Capacity | 0 GB | 0 GB |
| VRAM Type | Shared system memory | Shared system memory |
| GPU Boost Clock | — | 500 MHz |
| Maximum External Resolution | 1920 x 1080 @ 60 Hz via HDMI | — |
| Memory | ||
| Installed Memory | 8 GB | 4 GB |
| Maximum Memory | 8 GB | — |
| Memory Type | DDR4 | — |
| Memory Speed | 2133 MT/s | — |
| Memory Form Factor | SO-DIMM | — |
| Memory Slots | 1 slots | — |
| Memory Slots Used | 1 slots | — |
| Memory Upgradeable | Yes | — |
| Memory Channels | Single | Single |
| Storage | ||
| Primary Storage Type | SSD | eMMC |
| Storage Capacity | 256 GB | 32 GB |
| Storage Interface | — | eMMC |
| Storage Form Factor | — | M.2 2242 (expansion) |
| Installed Storage Drives | 1 drives | 1 drives |
| Maximum Storage Drives | 1 drives | 2 drives |
| M.2 Storage Slots | — | 1 slots |
| RAID Support | — | — |
| Card Reader | Yes | Yes |
| Card Reader Formats | MMC, SD, SDHC, SDXC | microSD |
| Display | ||
| Display Size | 14 inch | 13.3 inch |
| Display Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 |
| Resolution Class | FHD | FHD |
| Display Technology | IPS LCD | IPS LCD |
| Panel Type | IPS | IPS |
| Display Brightness | 220 nits | — |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Display Finish | Anti-glare | — |
| Adaptive Sync Technology | — | — |
| Camera & Biometrics | ||
| Webcam Resolution | — | 0.3 |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker Configuration | Stereo speakers | Built-in speaker |
| Speaker Power | 2 x 2 W | — |
| Audio Technology | Harman; Dolby Audio | — |
| Microphone Configuration | Array microphone | Built-in microphone |
| Audio Jack | Yes | Yes |
| Keyboard & Input | ||
| Keyboard Type | 6-row keyboard | — |
| 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 | Bluetooth 4.0 |
| WWAN | No | No |
| SIM Slot | — | — |
| Ports & Expansion | ||
| USB Type-A Port Count | 2 ports | 2 ports |
| USB Type-A Specifications | 1x USB 3.1 Gen 1; 1x USB 2.0 Always On | USB 2.0 x 1, USB 3.0 x 1 |
| USB Type-C Port Count | 1 ports | 0 ports |
| USB Type-C Specifications | 1x USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 | — |
| USB4 Port Count | 0 ports | 0 ports |
| Thunderbolt Port Count | 0 ports | 0 ports |
| HDMI Port Count | 1 ports | — |
| HDMI Version | 1.4 | — |
| DisplayPort Output | No | — |
| RJ-45 Port Count | 0 ports | 0 ports |
| 3.5 mm Audio Combo Port Count | 1 ports | 1 ports |
| SD Card Slot Count | 1 ports | 0 ports |
| microSD Card Slot Count | 0 ports | 1 ports |
| Smart Card Reader | No | No |
| Security Lock Slot | Yes | — |
| Battery & Power | ||
| Battery Capacity | — | 8000 Wh |
| Battery Chemistry | Li-polymer | Lithium-polymer |
| Power Adapter | 45 W | — |
| Power Connector | Barrel (round-tip) | — |
| Dimensions & Build | ||
| Width | 327.4 mm | 315 mm |
| Depth | 236.5 mm | 212 mm |
| Thickness | 19.3 mm | 16.3 mm |
| Weight | 1.7 kg | 1.35 kg |
| Chassis Material | Aluminum / PC-ABS | — |
| Lid Material | Aluminum | — |
| Base Material | PC/ABS | — |
| Security & Manageability | ||
| TPM | — | — |
| BIOS / UEFI Password Support | Yes | — |
| Drive Password Support | Yes | — |
| Enterprise Manageability | — | — |
| Smart Card Support | No | No |
| BIOS Recovery / Self-Healing | — | — |
| Certifications & Sustainability | ||
| ENERGY STAR | ENERGY STAR 6.1 | — |
| EPEAT | Silver | — |
| RoHS Compliance | Yes | — |
IdeaPad 520S-14IKB and SmartBook 130 share specifications such as Display Resolution (1920 x 1080), Form Factor (Clamshell), Laptop Category (Mainstream), Processor Manufacturer (Intel).
The main differences: Processor Model (IdeaPad 520S-14IKB: Intel Core i3 7130U 2.7GHz, SmartBook 130: Intel Atom x5-Z8350 1.44GHz); GPU Model (IdeaPad 520S-14IKB: Intel HD Graphics 620, SmartBook 130: Intel HD Graphics); Installed Memory (IdeaPad 520S-14IKB: 8 GB, SmartBook 130: 4 GB); Storage Capacity (IdeaPad 520S-14IKB: 256 GB, SmartBook 130: 32 GB).
IdeaPad 520S-14IKB may suit users who need its differing values, while SmartBook 130 benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.
