Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14IML05 (81WA) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 3 (20YG)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14IML05 (81WA) and Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 3 (20YG). Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14IML05 (81WA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14IML05 (81WA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

compact design

decent battery life

solid build quality

intuitive interface

mediocre display resolution

limited graphics performance

average processor speed

restricted upgrade options

Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 3 (20YG) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 3 (20YG) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

solid keyboard experience

good battery life

adequate performance level

competitive pricing

average display quality

limited graphics performance

no thunderbolt support

heavier design

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14IML05 (81WA) and Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 3 (20YG)
71 % - Design
63 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14IML05 (81WA) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 3 (20YG) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14IML05 (81WA) Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 3 (20YG)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.71 cm x 24.1 cm x 1.99 cm 36.5 cm x 24 cm x 1.89 cm
Weight 1.5 kg 1.7 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS
Colour Platinum grey | Abyss blue | Cherry red IMR Black
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14IML05 (81WA) Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 3 (20YG)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - 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 300 cd/m²
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14IML05 (81WA) Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 3 (20YG)
CPU Intel Pentium Gold 6405U / 2.4 GHz AMD Ryzen 5 5500U / 2.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 4 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 6-core
Cache 2 MB L3 - 8 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14IML05 (81WA) Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 3 (20YG)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 12 GB 24 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 1
Empty Slots 1 1
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14IML05 (81WA) Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 3 (20YG)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14IML05 (81WA) Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 3 (20YG)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics AMD Radeon Graphics
Memory Allocation Technology - Shared Video Memory (UMA)
Max Monitors Supported - 2 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes Yes - 720p
Resolution 0.3 Megapixel -
Camera Features Privacy shutter IR camera, 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 Atmos High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features - Harman/kardon stereo speakers
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14IML05 (81WA) Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 3 (20YG)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2
Wireless Controller M.2 Card M.2 Card
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Realtek RTL8111GUS
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14IML05 (81WA) Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 3 (20YG)
Technology Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 35 Wh 57 Wh
Battery Life Up to 9 hours Up to 13.6 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14IML05 (81WA) Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 3 (20YG)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14IML05 (81WA) Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 3 (20YG)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14IML05 (81WA) Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 3 (20YG)
Slots - 1 x M.2 Card (1 free)
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 2.0
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 2.0
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort 1.2 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14IML05 (81WA) Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 3 (20YG)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home in S mode - English Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English
Software Included Microsoft Office (Trial) -
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14IML05 (81WA) Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 3 (20YG)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip 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, hard drive password, power-on password Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 RoHS, GREENGUARD, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant - 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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