Lenovo 14w Gen 2 (82N8) vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G4 ARB (21AS)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo 14w Gen 2 (82N8) and Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G4 ARB (21AS). With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare dimensions, performance, storage, functions, but also other key features of both laptops and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the laptop that best fits your needs and expectations.

Lenovo 14w Gen 2 (82N8) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo 14w Gen 2 (82N8) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

robust build quality

efficient AMD processor

lightweight design

decent battery life

limited storage capacity

mediocre display resolution

no backlit keyboard

fewer USB ports

Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G4 ARB (21AS) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G4 ARB (21AS) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

slim lightweight design

sharp 2560x1600 display

solid state drive storage

good battery life

competitive price point

average graphics performance

no HDMI port

limited color options

8GB RAM may limit

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo 14w Gen 2 (82N8) and Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G4 ARB (21AS)
72 % - Design
64 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
84 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo 14w Gen 2 (82N8) vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G4 ARB (21AS) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo 14w Gen 2 (82N8) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G4 ARB (21AS)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.5 cm x 22.3 cm x 1.77 cm 29.7 cm x 21.1 cm x 1.49 cm
Weight 1.45 kg 1.23 kg
Case Material Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom)
Colour Black Dual tone arctic grey
DISPLAY Lenovo 14w Gen 2 (82N8) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G4 ARB (21AS)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - TN 13.3" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 220 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare, 90° viewing angle Anti-glare, Low Blue Light technology, 170° viewing angle, Dolby Vision
PROCESSOR Lenovo 14w Gen 2 (82N8) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G4 ARB (21AS)
CPU AMD 3000 Series 3015e / 1.2 GHz AMD Ryzen 5 6600U / 2.9 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.3 GHz 4.5 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 6-core
Cache L3 - 4 MB L3 - 16 MB
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo 14w Gen 2 (82N8) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G4 ARB (21AS)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 1600 MHz 6400 MHz
Rated Speed 1600 MHz 6400 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo 14w Gen 2 (82N8) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G4 ARB (21AS)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 64 GB eMMC - eMMC 5.01 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo 14w Gen 2 (82N8) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G4 ARB (21AS)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Graphics AMD Radeon 660M
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) -
Max Monitors Supported 2 external monitor(s) 3 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 1080p
Camera Features Privacy shutter, fixed focus Privacy shutter, fixed focus
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features - Harman-branded, AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo 14w Gen 2 (82N8) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G4 ARB (21AS)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 200 - M.2 Card -
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo 14w Gen 2 (82N8) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G4 ARB (21AS)
Technology Lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 57 Wh 56 Wh
Battery Life Up to 13.5 hours Up to 19.1 hours
Battery Run Time - Local video (1080p) playback time (150 nits): up to 19.1 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo 14w Gen 2 (82N8) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G4 ARB (21AS)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo 14w Gen 2 (82N8) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G4 ARB (21AS)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad, anti-pry key caps Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision glass touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo 14w Gen 2 (82N8) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G4 ARB (21AS)
Interfaces USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort 1.2 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
USB4 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo 14w Gen 2 (82N8) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G4 ARB (21AS)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 11 Pro - English
Software Included Microsoft Office (Trial) Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo 14w Gen 2 (82N8) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G4 ARB (21AS)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter USB-C slim wall mount power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington nano 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, MIL-STD-810G tested Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Software Solution)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Silver EPEAT Silver
TCO Certified TCO Certified Notebooks 8 -
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return Base warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Extended warranty - 1 year - on-site
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