Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 1 (20S3)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8) and Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 1 (20S3). 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 T14 Gen 1 (20S3) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 1 (20S3) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

good battery life

strong security features

reliable performance

average display quality

heavier than competitors

noisy under load

limited graphics power

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8) and Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 1 (20S3)
74 % - Design
64 % - Display
45 % - Performance
65 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
76 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 1 (20S3) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 1 (20S3)
Product Type Notebook - 180-degree hinge design Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 29 cm x 20.4 cm x 1.99 cm 32.9 cm x 22.7 cm x 1.79 cm
Weight 1.13 kg 1.55 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS Polycarbonate ABS, glass-fibre, magnesium alloy, polyphenylene sulfide, polyamide, Talc15
Colour Black Black
DISPLAY Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 1 (20S3)
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
Colour Gamut - 45%
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 1 (20S3)
CPU Intel Celeron N4000 / 1.1 GHz Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 10310U / 1.7 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.6 GHz 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 4 MB 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 1 (20S3)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported - 40 GB
RAM Type LPDDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2133 MHz 2666 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 3200 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 1 (20S3)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 64 GB eMMC 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Samsung
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 1 (20S3)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 600 Intel UHD Graphics
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features - ThinkShutter camera privacy
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 1 (20S3)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 NFC, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller Intel Wireless-AC 9560 - M.2 Card Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 - M.2 Card
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
BATTERY Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 1 (20S3)
Technology Lithium Ion 3-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 42 Wh 50 Wh
Battery Life Up to 10 hours Up to 16.5 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 1 (20S3)
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 T14 Gen 1 (20S3)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Spill-resistant Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 1 (20S3)
Interfaces USB-C 3.0 (Power Delivery)
USB 3.0
USB 3.0 (Always On)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort 1.2 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort 1.2 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 1 (20S3)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro National Academic Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 1 (20S3)
Dockable - Yes
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter USB-C power adapter
Integrated Options - RFID/NFC reader
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
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, self-healing BIOS
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS, FIPS 201, ISO 22196
SAR Value 0.08 W/kg (body), 0.08 W/kg (limb) -
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Gold
TCO Certified TCO Certified Notebooks 8 TCO Certified Notebooks 8
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return -
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