Huawei Matebook D14 2020 vs. Lenovo ThinkPad E490 (20N8)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Huawei Matebook D14 2020 and Lenovo ThinkPad E490 (20N8). Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

Huawei Matebook D14 2020 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Huawei Matebook D14 2020 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

decent battery life

full hd display

includes office 365

limited storage capacity

modest processing power

no backlit keyboard

fewer usb ports

Lenovo ThinkPad E490 (20N8) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad E490 (20N8) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

reliable performance

good security features

competitive price point

average battery life

modest display quality

no thunderbolt support

heavier design

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Huawei Matebook D14 2020 and Lenovo ThinkPad E490 (20N8)
83 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
72 % - Battery
69 % - Design
63 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Huawei Matebook D14 2020 vs. Lenovo ThinkPad E490 (20N8) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Huawei Matebook D14 2020 Lenovo ThinkPad E490 (20N8)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.25 cm x 21.48 cm x 1.59 cm 32.9 cm x 24.2 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.38 kg 1.75 kg
Case Material Aluminium alloy Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS
Colour Grey Black
DISPLAY Huawei Matebook D14 2020 Lenovo ThinkPad E490 (20N8)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 14" - IPS
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 16:9
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Features Eye comfort mode, 178° viewing angle, 84% screen-to-body ratio Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR Huawei Matebook D14 2020 Lenovo ThinkPad E490 (20N8)
CPU Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 10210U Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8265U / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 3.9 GHz
Number of Cores - Quad-Core
Cache - 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Huawei Matebook D14 2020 Lenovo ThinkPad E490 (20N8)
RAM 8 GB 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 2400 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 2
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE Huawei Matebook D14 2020 Lenovo ThinkPad E490 (20N8)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD PCIe 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Huawei Matebook D14 2020 Lenovo ThinkPad E490 (20N8)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 Intel UHD Graphics
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Resolution 1 Megapixel -
Camera Features Retractable -
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Conexant CX11880
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Advanced Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Huawei Matebook D14 2020 Lenovo ThinkPad E490 (20N8)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller - Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 9260 - M.2 Card
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Realtek R8111GUS
BATTERY Huawei Matebook D14 2020 Lenovo ThinkPad E490 (20N8)
Technology - Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 56 Wh 45 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 13 hours
AC ADAPTER Huawei Matebook D14 2020 Lenovo ThinkPad E490 (20N8)
Input - AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 65 Watt
INPUT Huawei Matebook D14 2020 Lenovo ThinkPad E490 (20N8)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Features Chiclet keyboard Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Huawei Matebook D14 2020 Lenovo ThinkPad E490 (20N8)
Interfaces USB-C 3.0
USB 3.0
USB 2.0
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2
USB 2.0
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Huawei Matebook D14 2020 Lenovo ThinkPad E490 (20N8)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English
MISCELLANEOUS Huawei Matebook D14 2020 Lenovo ThinkPad E490 (20N8)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Integrated Options Hall sensor -
Security Fingerprint reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features 2x2 MiMo function Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards - RoHS
SAR Value - 0.47 W/kg (body), 0.47 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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