Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad E495 (20NE)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8) and Lenovo ThinkPad E495 (20NE). Compare sizes, performance, storage capacities, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right laptop for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the laptop that will best fit your needs.

Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

rugged design

compact and lightweight

decent battery life

efficient for basic tasks

limited storage capacity

low-resolution display

modest performance

fewer connectivity options

Lenovo ThinkPad E495 (20NE) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad E495 (20NE) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

comfortable keyboard

affordable price point

decent performance

good port selection

average display quality

modest battery life

no thunderbolt support

heavier design

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8) and Lenovo ThinkPad E495 (20NE)
74 % - Design
64 % - Display
45 % - Performance
65 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
72 % - Design
64 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad E495 (20NE) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8) Lenovo ThinkPad E495 (20NE)
Product Type Notebook - 180-degree hinge design Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 29 cm x 20.4 cm x 1.99 cm 32.9 cm x 24.2 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.13 kg 1.75 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS
Colour Black Black
DISPLAY Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8) Lenovo ThinkPad E495 (20NE)
Screen Size (Type) 11.6" 14" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (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 Anti-glare Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8) Lenovo ThinkPad E495 (20NE)
CPU Intel Celeron N4000 / 1.1 GHz AMD Ryzen 5 3500U / 2.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.6 GHz 3.7 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 4 MB L3 - 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8) Lenovo ThinkPad E495 (20NE)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 32 GB
RAM Type LPDDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2133 MHz 2400 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 2666 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 2
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8) Lenovo ThinkPad E495 (20NE)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 64 GB eMMC 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - Western Digital
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8) Lenovo ThinkPad E495 (20NE)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 600 AMD Radeon Vega 8
Memory Allocation Technology - Shared Video Memory (UMA)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features - Fixed focus
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 Conexant CX11880
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Advanced Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8) Lenovo ThinkPad E495 (20NE)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2
Wireless Controller Intel Wireless-AC 9560 - M.2 Card Realtek RTL8822BE - M.2 Card
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Realtek R8111GUS
BATTERY Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8) Lenovo ThinkPad E495 (20NE)
Technology Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 42 Wh 45 Wh
Battery Life Up to 10 hours Up to 11 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8) Lenovo ThinkPad E495 (20NE)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8) Lenovo ThinkPad E495 (20NE)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Features Spill-resistant Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8) Lenovo ThinkPad E495 (20NE)
Interfaces USB-C 3.0 (Power Delivery)
USB 3.0
USB 3.0 (Always On)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 2.0
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8) Lenovo ThinkPad E495 (20NE)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro National Academic Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8) Lenovo ThinkPad E495 (20NE)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Administrator password, power-on password Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS
SAR Value 0.08 W/kg (body), 0.08 W/kg (limb) 0.47 W/kg (body), 0.47 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Gold
TCO Certified TCO Certified Notebooks 8 -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return -
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