Lenovo Chromebook S340 Series

Processor: Intel Gemini Lake Celeron N4000, Intel Kaby Lake Refresh i3-8130U
Graphics Adapter: Intel UHD Graphics 600, Intel UHD Graphics 620
Display: 14.00 inch, 15.60 inch
Weight: 1.4kg, 2kg
Price: 349 euro
performance: 39%, features: 53%, display: 81%, mobility: 76%, workmanship: 72%, ergonomy: 81%, emissions: 98%

 

Lenovo Chromebook S340-14T 81V30002GE

The Lenovo Chromebook S340-14T is a laptop that runs on the lightning fast Chrome OS. It boots up in seconds, updates automatically and is protected by built-in virus protection. The Chromebook is very slim, as it measures 328.9 mm x 234.3 mm x 18.8 mm / 12.9″ x 9.2″ x 0.74″ and its weight starts at 1.37 kg. For the colour options, one can choose between Dark Orchid and Onyx Black. The Chromebook S340-14T brings everyone’s favourite Chromebook features in a slim 180-degree hinged chassis. Users can easily share their display with another person. Thanks to the narrow bezels and Full-HD, wide-view IPS display, users can enjoy and share all their favourite movies and videos with crystal clarity. The Chromebook S340-14T has a touchscreen that lets users click or drag files right on the screen for easy, intuitive interactions. Aimed to be faster, simpler, and more secure, the Chromebook S340-14T is powered by a speedy Intel Celeron N4000, up to 8GB of LPDDR4 RAM and up to 64 GB of eMMC so users can utilize the easy-to-use Chrome OS and multiple applications without a hitch. Aside from that, despite the slim size, it still has a full keyboard and spacious trackpad for optimal workflow. Users can take this Chromebook device with them anywhere and get all of their work done efficiently.

As for connectivity, the Chromebook S340-14T makes it easy to connect other devices, thanks to its two ultra-fast USB-C 3.1 Gen-1 ports, two USB-A 3.1 Gen-1 ports and an audio jack. Built-in 802.11ac WiFi and Bluetooth 4.2 make connecting wirelessly a breeze, too. As it runs on Chrome OS, software is installed via the Google Play Store, it is the gateway to entertainment on the Chromebook S340-14T. With millions of apps at users’ fingertips from the moment they log in, they will enjoy a rich library of games, music, movies, TV, books and more. Whether they are into photography, picking stocks, or just keeping up with their friends, there is an app for that. In conclusion, the Lenovo Chromebook S340-14T is not only speedy, but also affordable, portable and good looking. It is suitable for entry-level users who require a budget laptop for simple tasks, such as checking emails, streaming or browsing on the go. 

Hands-on article by Jagadisa Rajarathnam

Specifications

Notebook: Lenovo Chromebook S340-14T 81V30002GE
Processor: Intel Gemini Lake Celeron N4000
Graphics Adapter: Intel UHD Graphics 600
Display: 14.00 inch, 16:9, 1920 x 1080 pixels
Weight: 1.4kg
Price: 349 euro
Links: Lenovo homepage

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Lenovo Chromebook S340-15

Specifications

Notebook: Lenovo Chromebook S340-15
Processor: Intel Kaby Lake Refresh i3-8130U
Graphics Adapter: Intel UHD Graphics 620
Display: 15.60 inch, 16:9, 1920 x 1080 pixels
Weight: 2kg
Links: Lenovo homepage

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Lenovo: Lenovo ("Le" from English legend, novo (Latin) for new) was founded in 1984 as a Chinese computer trading company. As of 2004, the company was the largest laptop manufacturer in China and, after acquiring IBM's PC division in 2005, the fourth largest in the world. In addition to desktops and notebooks, the company manufactures monitors, projectors, servers, etc, and specializes in developing, manufacturing and marketing consumer electronics, personal computers, software, enterprise solutions and related services.

In 2016, the company ranked first in the world in computer sales. It still held it in 2023 with about 23% global market share. Important product lines are Thinkpad, Legion and Ideapad.

In 2011, it acquired a majority stake in Medion AG, a European computer hardware manufacturer. In 2014, Motorola Mobility was purchased, which gave Lenovo a boost in the smartphone market.

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Non demanding games should be playable with these graphics cards.

Intel UHD Graphics 600: Integrated low-end graphics adapter with DirectX 12 support, which can be found in some ULV SoCs from the Gemini Lake series. Compared to the HD Graphics 500, the 600 offers improved display outputs. Compared to the faster UHD Graphics 605, the 600 offers less shaders at lower clock speeds.

Modern games should be playable with these graphics cards at low settings and resolutions. Casual gamers may be happy with these cards.

Intel UHD Graphics 620: Integrated GPU (GT2, 24 EUs) found on some Kaby-Lake-Refresh CPU models (15 W ULV series). Technically identical to the previous Kaby-Lake GPU called HD Graphics 620.

» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Graphics Cards and the corresponding Benchmark List.

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Intel Gemini Lake:

Celeron N4000: Low power dual-core SoC from the Gemini Lake series for designed for afforable laptops. Runs at 1.1 GHz to 2.6 GHz and integrates a DirectX 12 capable graphics adapter.

Intel Kaby Lake Refresh:

i3-8130U: On the Kaby-Lake architecture based dual core SoC clocked at 2.2 to 3.4 GHz with HyperThreading (4 Threads) and an integrated UHD Graphics 620 graphics card clocked at up to 1 GHz.

» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Processsors.

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14.00:

14 inch display size represents a middle ground between the small subnotebook formats and the screens of the standard 15 inch laptops.

The reason for the popularity of mid-sized displays is that this size is reasonably easy on the eyes, provides good resolutions with usable detail sizes, yet does not consume too much power and the devices can still be reasonably compact. 

In the past, 14-inch devices were very rare, but now they are the standard for laptops after the 15-inchers. 

» To find out how fine a display is, see our DPI List.

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No weight comment found (one expected)!

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80.6%: This rating is slightly above average, there are somewhat more devices with worse ratings. However, clear purchase recommendations look different.

» Further information can be found in our Notebook Purchase Guide.

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