Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15IGL7 (82V7) vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (20SM)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15IGL7 (82V7)
Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15IGL7 (82V7)

Our Rating: 72 %

Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (20SM)
Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (20SM)

Our Rating: 75 %

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15IGL7 (82V7) and Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (20SM). 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 15IGL7 (82V7) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15IGL7 (82V7) 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

mediocre display quality

limited storage capacity

basic graphics performance

slower processor speed

Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (20SM) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (20SM) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price point

solid build quality

decent battery life

good processor performance

adequate storage options

average display quality

limited graphics capability

no thunderbolt support

heavier design

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15IGL7 (82V7) and Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (20SM)
74 % - Design
66 % - Display
45 % - Performance
65 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
78 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
78 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15IGL7 (82V7) vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (20SM) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15IGL7 (82V7) Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (20SM)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.02 cm x 23.6 cm x 1.79 cm 36.4 cm x 24.5 cm x 1.89 cm
Weight 1.54 kg 1.8 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS (bottom), polycarbonate ABS (top) Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS
Colour Cloud grey Mineral grey
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15IGL7 (82V7) Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (20SM)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - TN 15.6" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 220 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC -
Features Anti-glare, 90° viewing angle Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15IGL7 (82V7) Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (20SM)
CPU Intel Celeron N4120 / 1.1 GHz Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 1035G1 / 1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.6 GHz 3.6 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 4 MB 6 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15IGL7 (82V7) Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (20SM)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 16 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 2666 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 2666 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15IGL7 (82V7) Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (20SM)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB eMMC - eMMC 5.1 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15IGL7 (82V7) Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (20SM)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 600 Intel UHD Graphics
Max Monitors Supported 1 external monitor(s) -
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features Privacy shutter, fixed focus ThinkShutter camera privacy
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
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15IGL7 (82V7) Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (20SM)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Wireless Controller M.2 Card M.2 Card
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15IGL7 (82V7) Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (20SM)
Technology Lithium polymer Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 42 Wh 45 Wh
Battery Life Up to 11 hours Up to 9 hours
Battery Run Time Local video (1080p) playback time (150 nits): up to 11 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15IGL7 (82V7) Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (20SM)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15IGL7 (82V7) Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (20SM)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15IGL7 (82V7) Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (20SM)
Interfaces USB 2.0
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (data only)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 2.0
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15IGL7 (82V7) Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (20SM)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home in S mode - English Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - French
Software Included Microsoft 365 Personal Microsoft Office (30 days trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15IGL7 (82V7) Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (20SM)
Included Accessories Power adapter 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 security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Administrator password, power-on password, Rapid Charge Boost Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
ENERGY STAR Certified 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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