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Lenovo Chromebook C340 Series

Lenovo Chromebook C340-15, Pentium Gold 4417UProcessor: Intel Gemini Lake Celeron N4000, Intel Kaby Lake Refresh Pentium 4417U, Intel Kaby Lake Refresh i3-8130U
Graphics Adapter: Intel UHD Graphics 600, Intel UHD Graphics 610, Intel UHD Graphics 620
Display: 11.60 inch, 15.60 inch
Weight: 1.2kg, 1.24kg, 1.98kg
Price: 350, 700 euro
Average Score: 83.38% - good
Average of 8 scores (from 14 reviews)
performance: 70%, mobility: 70%, workmanship: 60%

 

Lenovo Chromebook C340-11-81TA000GGE

Specifications

Lenovo Chromebook C340-11-81TA000GGENotebook: Lenovo Chromebook C340-11-81TA000GGE
Processor: Intel Gemini Lake Celeron N4000
Graphics Adapter: Intel UHD Graphics 600
Display: 11.60 inch, 16:9, 1366 x 768 pixels
Weight: 1.24kg
Price: 350 euro
Links: Lenovo homepage

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Average Score: 84.25% - good

Average of 4 scores (from 10 reviews)

 

Reviews

90% Lenovo Chromebook C340 (11.6") review: This pretty laptop is practically perfect for the price
Source: Android Central English Archive.org version
With updated ports, two color options, a shiny aluminum lid and the same dependable performance we loved on last year's model, the Lenovo C340 improves on the original in almost every way.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 10/09/2020
Rating: Total score: 90%
90% Lenovo Chromebook C340 (11.6") review: This pretty laptop is practically perfect for the price
Source: Android Central English Archive.org version
With updated ports, two color options, a shiny aluminum lid and the same dependable performance we loved on last year's model, the Lenovo C340 improves on the original in almost every way.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 03/30/2020
Rating: Total score: 90%
Lenovo Chromebook C340 review: You get what you pay for
Source: Android Authority English Archive.org version
Lenovo’s problem here is the competition. There are literally dozens of models available from a range of manufacturers in the $200 to $400 space. Thanks to the size and price, I would recommend the C340 to middle schoolers who aren’t sticklers for specs and performance. If you want more from your Chromebook, you may have to spend more to get it. Lenovo itself has a faster, 15-inch version of the C340, as well as clamshell variants such as the S340 14-inch and S340 15-inch.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 03/24/2020
67% Lenovo Chromebook C340-11 review: Budget-friendly 2-in-1 for school basics
Source: CNet English Archive.org version
The downside to using this Chromebook for entertainment is its speakers. The two-in-one's stereo pair are quiet and even at 75% volume the sound comes out as a whisper. When played at full volume, the speakers distort audio with crackling mids and highs and a nearly nonexistent bass. Take advantage of the headphone jack and Bluetooth connectivity when you can -- it's the better choice.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 02/03/2020
Rating: Total score: 67% performance: 70% mobility: 70% workmanship: 60%
Lenovo Chromebook C340 review: You get what you pay for
Source: Android Authority English Archive.org version
Lenovo’s problem here is the competition. There are literally dozens of models available from a range of manufacturers in the $200 to $400 space. Thanks to the size and price, I would recommend the C340 to middle schoolers who aren’t sticklers for specs and performance. If you want more from your Chromebook, you may have to spend more to get it. Lenovo itself has a faster, 15-inch version of the C340, as well as clamshell variants such as the S340 14-inch and S340 15-inch.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 01/24/2020
Lenovo Chromebook C340 Review: The Best Chromebook On A Budget
Source: Chrome Unboxed English Archive.org version
As we always do, we come to the point of every review where you want to know whether you should buy this Chromebook or not. If your budget is the $300 and under sort, I would absolutely say yes. In this price range, you’d be hard-pressed to find an overall experience this good. Sure, there are devices that may be a tad better that fall into this price range from time to time, but the C340 is constantly under $300.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 01/04/2020
Lenovo Chromebook C340 review: You get what you pay for
Source: Android Authority English Archive.org version
Lenovo’s problem here is the competition. There are literally dozens of models available from a range of manufacturers in the $200 to $400 space. Thanks to the size and price, I would recommend the C340 to middle schoolers who aren’t sticklers for specs and performance. If you want more from your Chromebook, you may have to spend more to get it. Lenovo itself has a faster, 15-inch version of the C340, as well as clamshell variants such as the S340 14-inch and S340 15-inch.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 12/24/2019
Lenovo C340 (11″) Chromebook review: Just the basics
Source: Talk Android English Archive.org version
$300 isn’t bottom-tier by any stretch, but the C340 doesn’t really manage to punch above its weight class in any significant way. You’re not getting ripped off, but you’re not getting a steal of a machine, either. As a productivity machine, I’d lean towards no, but for casual use like watching videos, checking Facebook, and playing around with a few apps, then yeah, I think you can do far worse than what Lenovo is offering.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 12/14/2019
90% Lenovo Chromebook C340 (11.6") review: This pretty laptop is practically perfect for the price
Source: Android Central English Archive.org version
With updated ports, two color options, a shiny aluminum lid and the same dependable performance we loved on last year's model, the Lenovo C340 improves on the original in almost every way.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 11/25/2019
Rating: Total score: 90%
Lenovo Chromebook C340 review: You get what you pay for
Source: Android Authority English Archive.org version
Lenovo’s problem here is the competition. There are literally dozens of models available from a range of manufacturers in the $200 to $400 space. Thanks to the size and price, I would recommend the C340 to middle schoolers who aren’t sticklers for specs and performance. If you want more from your Chromebook, you may have to spend more to get it. Lenovo itself has a faster, 15-inch version of the C340, as well as clamshell variants such as the S340 14-inch and S340 15-inch.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 11/24/2019

 

Lenovo Chromebook C340-11-81TA0008MH

Specifications

Lenovo Chromebook C340-11-81TA0008MHNotebook: Lenovo Chromebook C340-11-81TA0008MH
Processor: Intel Gemini Lake Celeron N4000
Graphics Adapter: Intel UHD Graphics 600
Display: 11.60 inch, 16:9, 1366 x 768 pixels
Weight: 1.2kg
Links: Lenovo homepage

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Average Score: 85% - good

Average of 2 scores (from 2 reviews)

 

Foreign Reviews

100% Lenovo Chromebook C340-11 (81TA0008MH)
Source: Tweakers Dutch NL→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 03/04/2020
Rating: Total score: 100%
70% Test du Chromebook Lenovo C340-11, un convertible avec une bonne autonomie
Source: CNet France French FR→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 08/26/2020
Rating: Total score: 70%

 

Lenovo Chromebook C340-15, i3-8130U

Specifications

Lenovo Chromebook C340-15, i3-8130UNotebook: Lenovo Chromebook C340-15, i3-8130U
Processor: Intel Kaby Lake Refresh i3-8130U
Graphics Adapter: Intel UHD Graphics 620
Display: 15.60 inch, 16:9, 1920 x 1080 pixels
Weight: 1.98kg
Price: 700 euro
Links: Lenovo homepage

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Average Score: 80% - good

Average of 1 scores (from 1 reviews)

 

Reviews

80% Lenovo Chromebook C340-15 review: A perfectly average big-screen Chromebook
Source: Android Central English Archive.org version
If you like a big screen on your Chromebook, Lenovo makes the most reliable one around. While the C340-15 may not look like much on paper, the i3 model will make a reliable workhorse for students, teachers, and regular users, too.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 09/15/2020
Rating: Total score: 80%

 

Lenovo Chromebook C340-15, Pentium Gold 4417U

Specifications

Lenovo Chromebook C340-15, Pentium Gold 4417UNotebook: Lenovo Chromebook C340-15, Pentium Gold 4417U
Processor: Intel Kaby Lake Refresh Pentium 4417U
Graphics Adapter: Intel UHD Graphics 610
Display: 15.60 inch, 16:9, 1920 x 1080 pixels
Weight: 1.98kg
Links: Lenovo homepage

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Average Score: 80% - good

Average of 1 scores (from 1 reviews)

 

Reviews

80% Lenovo Chromebook C340-15 review: A perfectly average big-screen Chromebook
Source: Android Central English Archive.org version
If you like a big screen on your Chromebook, Lenovo makes the most reliable one around. While the C340-15 may not look like much on paper, the i3 model will make a reliable workhorse for students, teachers, and regular users, too.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 10/12/2020
Rating: Total score: 80%

 

Comment

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.


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.

Intel UHD Graphics 610: Integrated GPU (GT1) with 12 EUs found on some low-end Pentium Gold CPUs (e.g. Whisky-Lake based 15 W ULV series). Same performance as the old HD Graphics 610 and 510.

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.


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.

Pentium 4417U: On the Kaby-Lake architecture (Kaby Lake Refresh series in 14nm+) based dual core SoC clocked at 2.3  (no Turbo Boost) with HyperThreading (4 Threads) and an integrated UHD Graphics 610 graphics card clocked at up to 300 - 900 MHz.

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


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


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Current Prices
Lenovo Chromebook C340-15, Pentium Gold 4417U
Lenovo Chromebook C340-15, Pentium Gold 4417U
Lenovo Chromebook C340-15, Pentium Gold 4417U
Lenovo Chromebook C340-15, i3-8130U
Lenovo Chromebook C340-15, i3-8130U
Lenovo Chromebook C340-15, i3-8130U
Lenovo Chromebook C340-15, i3-8130U
Lenovo Chromebook C340-15, i3-8130U
Lenovo Chromebook C340-11-81TA0008MH
Lenovo Chromebook C340-11-81TA0008MH
Lenovo Chromebook C340-11-81TA0008MH
Lenovo Chromebook C340-11-81TA000GGE
Lenovo Chromebook C340-11-81TA000GGE
Lenovo Chromebook C340-11-81TA000GGE
Lenovo Chromebook C340-11-81TA000GGE
Lenovo Chromebook C340-11-81TA000GGE
Lenovo Chromebook C340-11-81TA000GGE
Stefan Hinum, 2020-04- 9 (Update: 2020-04- 9)