Lenovo IdeaPad 1 11IGL05 (81VT) vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G2 ARE (20VF)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad 1 11IGL05 (81VT) and Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G2 ARE (20VF). 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 IdeaPad 1 11IGL05 (81VT) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 1 11IGL05 (81VT) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

compact design

lightweight for portability

decent battery life

includes multiple ports

modest processing power

limited storage capacity

basic display quality

no backlit keyboard

Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G2 ARE (20VF) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G2 ARE (20VF) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

efficient amd processor

solid build quality

affordable price point

good battery life

fast ssd storage

average display quality

no thunderbolt support

limited upgrade options

moderate graphics performance

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad 1 11IGL05 (81VT) and Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G2 ARE (20VF)
69 % - Design
64 % - Display
45 % - Performance
64 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
72 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad 1 11IGL05 (81VT) vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G2 ARE (20VF) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 1 11IGL05 (81VT) Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G2 ARE (20VF)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 28.8 cm x 20 cm x 1.79 cm 32.3 cm x 21.8 cm x 1.79 cm
Weight 1.2 kg 1.4 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS Aluminum
Colour Ice blue | Platinum grey Mineral grey
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad 1 11IGL05 (81VT) Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G2 ARE (20VF)
Screen Size (Type) 11.6" - TN 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% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad 1 11IGL05 (81VT) Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G2 ARE (20VF)
CPU Intel Celeron N4020 / 1.1 GHz AMD Ryzen 5 4500U / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.8 GHz 4 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 6-core
Cache 4 MB L3 - 8 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad 1 11IGL05 (81VT) Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G2 ARE (20VF)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported - 40 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 3200 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad 1 11IGL05 (81VT) Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G2 ARE (20VF)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 64 GB eMMC - eMMC 5.1 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad 1 11IGL05 (81VT) Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G2 ARE (20VF)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 600 AMD Radeon Graphics
Max Monitors Supported 1 external monitor(s) -
Camera Yes Yes - 720p
Resolution 0.3 Megapixel -
Camera Features - ThinkShutter camera privacy
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 1 11IGL05 (81VT) Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G2 ARE (20VF)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller M.2 Card Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 200 - M.2 Card
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features Single stream (1x1) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad 1 11IGL05 (81VT) Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G2 ARE (20VF)
Technology Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 32 Wh 45 Wh
Battery Life Up to 8 hours Up to 7.5 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad 1 11IGL05 (81VT) Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G2 ARE (20VF)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad 1 11IGL05 (81VT) Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G2 ARE (20VF)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 1 11IGL05 (81VT) Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G2 ARE (20VF)
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad 1 11IGL05 (81VT) Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G2 ARE (20VF)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home in S mode - English Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English
Software Included Microsoft 365 Personal Microsoft Office (30 days trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad 1 11IGL05 (81VT) Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G2 ARE (20VF)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type - Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Administrator password, power-on password Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, Rapid Charge Pro
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 RoHS, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certification, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
SAR Value 0.023 W/kg (body), 0.023 W/kg (limb) -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
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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