Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ITL05 (81X8) vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (20RR)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ITL05 (81X8) and Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (20RR). 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 15ITL05 (81X8) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ITL05 (81X8) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

solid build quality

decent battery life

adequate performance

average display quality

limited graphics power

no backlit keyboard

fewer USB-C ports

Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (20RR) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (20RR) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

slim, lightweight design

fast ssd storage

good battery life

decent processor performance

affordable price

average display quality

limited port selection

no dedicated gpu

mediocre speaker output

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ITL05 (81X8) and Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (20RR)
69 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
86 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ITL05 (81X8) vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (20RR) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ITL05 (81X8) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (20RR)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.22 cm x 25.34 cm x 1.99 cm 30.76 cm x 21.64 cm x 1.59 cm
Weight 1.7 kg 1.32 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS (bottom), polycarbonate ABS (top) Aluminum
Colour Platinum grey | Abyss blue Mineral grey
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ITL05 (81X8) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (20RR)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - TN 13.3" - 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
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC -
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ITL05 (81X8) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (20RR)
CPU Intel Core i3 (11th Gen) 1115G4 / 3 GHz Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 10210U / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.1 GHz 4.2 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 6 MB 6 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ITL05 (81X8) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (20RR)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 12 GB 16 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz 2666 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz 2666 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 1
Empty Slots 1 0
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ITL05 (81X8) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (20RR)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ITL05 (81X8) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (20RR)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics Intel UHD Graphics
Max Monitors Supported 1 external monitor(s) -
Camera Yes Yes - 720p
Resolution 0.3 Megapixel -
Camera Features Privacy shutter, fixed focus ThinkShutter camera privacy
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio X3
Audio Features - Output: Harman audio technology
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ITL05 (81X8) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (20RR)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller M.2 Card M.2 Card
Features Dual stream (2x2) -
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ITL05 (81X8) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (20RR)
Technology Lithium polymer Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 35 Wh 45 Wh
Battery Life Up to 5.5 hours Up to 11 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ITL05 (81X8) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (20RR)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ITL05 (81X8) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (20RR)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ITL05 (81X8) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (20RR)
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 2.0
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
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) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ITL05 (81X8) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (20RR)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home in S mode - English Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - Dutch / English / French / German / Italian
Software Included Microsoft Office (Trial) Microsoft Office (30 days trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ITL05 (81X8) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (20RR)
Included Accessories Wall mount power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
SAR Value - 0.568 W/kg (body), 0.568 W/kg (limb)
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 - 2 years - pick-up and return
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