Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ALC6 (82KV) vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G4 ABA (21DL)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ALC6 (82KV) and Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G4 ABA (21DL). 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 3 17ALC6 (82KV) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ALC6 (82KV) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

large display screen

decent processor performance

ample storage capacity

lightweight design

average battery life

no backlit keyboard

limited graphics capability

fewer USB ports

Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G4 ABA (21DL) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G4 ABA (21DL) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

efficient multitasking performance

ample connectivity options

affordable price point

decent battery life

average display quality

heavier than competitors

limited graphics performance

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ALC6 (82KV) and Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G4 ABA (21DL)
75 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
76 % - Battery
86 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ALC6 (82KV) vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G4 ABA (21DL) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ALC6 (82KV) Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G4 ABA (21DL)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 39.9 cm x 27.4 cm x 1.99 cm 35.7 cm x 23.5 cm x 1.89 cm
Weight 2.1 kg 1.7 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS (bottom), polycarbonate ABS (top) Aluminium (top), polycarbonate ABS (bottom)
Colour Arctic grey | Abyss blue Dual tone mineral grey
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ALC6 (82KV) Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G4 ABA (21DL)
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" - IPS 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 300 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 72% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle, DC dimmer
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ALC6 (82KV) Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G4 ABA (21DL)
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 5500U / 2.1 GHz AMD Ryzen 5 5625U / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4 GHz 4.3 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core 6-core
Cache L3 - 8 MB L3 - 16 MB
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ALC6 (82KV) Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G4 ABA (21DL)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered)) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 12 GB 40 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 3200 MHz 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 1
Empty Slots 0 1
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ALC6 (82KV) Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G4 ABA (21DL)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ALC6 (82KV) Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G4 ABA (21DL)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Graphics AMD Radeon Graphics
Max Monitors Supported 1 external monitor(s) 3 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 1080p
Camera Features Privacy shutter, fixed focus Privacy shutter, fixed focus
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ALC6 (82KV) Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G4 ABA (21DL)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2
Wireless Controller M.2 Card M.2 Card
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features Dual stream (2x2) Wake-on-LAN (WOL), dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ALC6 (82KV) Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G4 ABA (21DL)
Technology Lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 38 Wh 45 Wh
Battery Life Up to 8.5 hours Up to 8 hours
Battery Run Time Local video (1080p) playback time (150 nits): up to 8.5 hours Local video (1080p) playback time (150 nits): up to 8 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ALC6 (82KV) Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G4 ABA (21DL)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ALC6 (82KV) Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G4 ABA (21DL)
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, precision touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ALC6 (82KV) Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G4 ABA (21DL)
Slots - 1 x M.2 (PCI Express 3.0 x4) (0 free)
1 x M.2 (PCI Express 3.0 x4) (1 free)
Interfaces USB 2.0
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (data only)
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 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
LAN
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 3 17ALC6 (82KV) Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G4 ABA (21DL)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home in S mode - English Windows 11 Pro - English
Software Included Microsoft Office (Trial) Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ALC6 (82KV) Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G4 ABA (21DL)
Included Accessories Wall mount power adapter USB-C slim wall mount 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, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, MIL-STD-810H tested, Rapid Charge Pro
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 6, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Software Solution)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Gold
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 Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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