Lenovo 14w Gen 2 (82N8) vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo 14w Gen 2 (82N8) and Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY). 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 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 16 G4+ IAP (21CY) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

high-resolution display

robust aluminum chassis

efficient thermal management

powerful processor performance

ample connectivity options

heavier than competitors

average battery life

premium price point

limited color options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo 14w Gen 2 (82N8) and Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY)
72 % - Design
64 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo 14w Gen 2 (82N8) vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo 14w Gen 2 (82N8) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.5 cm x 22.3 cm x 1.77 cm 35.6 cm x 25.1 cm x 1.69 cm
Weight 1.45 kg 1.8 kg
Case Material Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS Aluminum
Colour Black Dual tone arctic grey
DISPLAY Lenovo 14w Gen 2 (82N8) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - TN 16" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 220 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, 90° viewing angle Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle, DC dimmer
PROCESSOR Lenovo 14w Gen 2 (82N8) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY)
CPU AMD 3000 Series 3015e / 1.2 GHz Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1235U / 1.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.3 GHz 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 10-core
Cache L3 - 4 MB 12 MB
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo 14w Gen 2 (82N8) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 1600 MHz 4800 MHz
Rated Speed 1600 MHz 4800 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo 14w Gen 2 (82N8) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 64 GB eMMC - eMMC 5.01 512 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo 14w Gen 2 (82N8) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
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 Atmos
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo 14w Gen 2 (82N8) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 200 - M.2 Card M.2 Card
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo 14w Gen 2 (82N8) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY)
Technology Lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 57 Wh 57 Wh
Battery Life Up to 13.5 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo 14w Gen 2 (82N8) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY)
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 16 G4+ IAP (21CY)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
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 touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo 14w Gen 2 (82N8) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY)
Slots - 1 x M.2 (PCI Express 3.0 x4) (1 free)
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
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 Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
USB 2.0
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE Lenovo 14w Gen 2 (82N8) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY)
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 16 G4+ IAP (21CY)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter USB-C slim 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, MIL-STD-810H tested, Rapid Charge Pro, 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 Gold
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 Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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