Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15ADA7 (82R1) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 4 (21F6)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15ADA7 (82R1) and Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 4 (21F6). 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 15ADA7 (82R1) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15ADA7 (82R1) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

decent battery life

solid build quality

adequate connectivity options

modest performance

basic display quality

limited storage capacity

no backlit keyboard

Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 4 (21F6) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 4 (21F6) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

impressive battery life

efficient thermal management

good security features

average display brightness

limited graphics performance

no HDMI port

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15ADA7 (82R1) and Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 4 (21F6)
75 % - Design
64 % - Display
65 % - Performance
71 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15ADA7 (82R1) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 4 (21F6) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15ADA7 (82R1) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 4 (21F6)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.02 cm x 23.6 cm x 1.79 cm 31.75 cm x 22.69 cm x 1.69 cm
Weight 1.6 kg 1.25 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS (bottom), polycarbonate ABS (top) Aluminium (bottom), carbon fibre hybrid (top)
Colour Cloud grey Deep black
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15ADA7 (82R1) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 4 (21F6)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - TN 14" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full 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 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare, 90° viewing angle Anti-glare, Low Power, Eyesafe technology
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15ADA7 (82R1) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 4 (21F6)
CPU AMD Ryzen 3 3250U / 2.6 GHz Intel Core i5 (13th Gen) 1335U / 1.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.5 GHz 4.6 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 10-core
Cache L3 - 4 MB 12 MB
Platform Technology - Intel Evo
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15ADA7 (82R1) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 4 (21F6)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 12 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR5X SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 4800 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 6400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15ADA7 (82R1) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 4 (21F6)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe), Performance
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15ADA7 (82R1) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 4 (21F6)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported 1 external monitor(s) 3 external monitor(s)
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes
Resolution - 5 Megapixel
Camera Features Privacy shutter, fixed focus Privacy shutter, Windows Hello, fixed focus, Discrete IR, Ultrasonic Human Presence Detection
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features - Input: Dolby Voice, 360° far-field
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15ADA7 (82R1) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 4 (21F6)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller M.2 Card Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation - 4G upgradable
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15ADA7 (82R1) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 4 (21F6)
Technology Lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 42 Wh 57 Wh
Battery Life Up to 9.5 hours -
Battery Run Time Local video (1080p) playback time (150 nits): up to 9.5 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15ADA7 (82R1) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 4 (21F6)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15ADA7 (82R1) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 4 (21F6)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15ADA7 (82R1) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 4 (21F6)
Interfaces USB 2.0
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (data only)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 2.0 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI (4K support)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15ADA7 (82R1) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 4 (21F6)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home in S mode - English Windows 11 Pro - English
Software Included Microsoft Office (Trial) Glance by Mirametrix, Intel Connectivity Performance Suite
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15ADA7 (82R1) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 4 (21F6)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C slim power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader
Security Slot Type - Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, Rapid Charge Boost Administrator password, system password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, NVMe password, Firmware Resiliency 3.0, certificate based BIOS authentication, FIDO (Fast Identity Online) authentication
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 6, TCG Certified, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 26, TCO Certified 9.0
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating 8 - 95% 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return Base warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Base warranty - battery - 1 year
Extended warranty - 1 year - on-site - response time: next business day
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