Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14IAL7 (82SD) vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G4 IRH (21J8)

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Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14IAL7 (82SD)
Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14IAL7 (82SD)

Our Rating: 85 %

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14IAL7 (82SD) and Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G4 IRH (21J8). 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 5 14IAL7 (82SD) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14IAL7 (82SD) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

efficient intel processor

lightweight and portable

affordable price point

crisp full hd display

robust build quality

average battery life

limited graphics performance

no thunderbolt support

minimal port variety

Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G4 IRH (21J8) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G4 IRH (21J8) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful amd processor

high-resolution display

solid build quality

good thermal management

decent battery life

heavier than competitors

limited port selection

higher price point

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14IAL7 (82SD) and Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G4 IRH (21J8)
86 % - Design
72 % - Display
69 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
83 % - Design
86 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14IAL7 (82SD) vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G4 IRH (21J8) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14IAL7 (82SD) Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G4 IRH (21J8)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.169 cm x 21.184 cm x 1.79 cm 35.46 cm x 25.5 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.44 kg 2.2 kg
Case Material Aluminium (top), polycarbonate ABS (bottom) Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom)
Colour Abyss blue | Cloud grey Dual tone storm grey
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14IAL7 (82SD) Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G4 IRH (21J8)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 16" - IPS
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, Delta E<2 calibration, Eyesafe technology, X-Rite Pantone factory color calibration, Dolby Vision, Smart sense panel, ±89° viewing angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14IAL7 (82SD) Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G4 IRH (21J8)
CPU Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1235U / 1.3 GHz Intel Core i7 (13th Gen) 13700H / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.4 GHz 5 GHz
Number of Cores 10-core 14-core
Cache 12 MB 24 MB
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14IAL7 (82SD) Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G4 IRH (21J8)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 5200 MHz
Rated Speed 3200 MHz 5200 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty - 2
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14IAL7 (82SD) Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G4 IRH (21J8)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14IAL7 (82SD) Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G4 IRH (21J8)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 / Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported 3 external monitor(s) 3 external monitor(s)
Video Memory - 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory) NVIDIA Resizable BAR, Advanced Optimus, Dynamic Boost 2.0, Direct X 12 Ultimate, NVIDIA DLSS 3
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes - 1080p
Camera Features Privacy shutter, fixed focus Privacy shutter, Windows Hello, fixed focus, hybrid FHD/IR camera
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Two tweeters, two woofers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 Realtek ALC3306-CG
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
Audio Features Input: noise-cancellation technology Output: harman/kardon stereo speakers, Smart Amplifier (AMP); Input: noise-cancellation technology
VR Ready - Yes
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14IAL7 (82SD) Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G4 IRH (21J8)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller M.2 Card M.2 Card
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14IAL7 (82SD) Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G4 IRH (21J8)
Technology Lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 56.5 Wh 80 Wh
Battery Life Up to 9.7 hours Up to 18 hours
Battery Run Time Local video (1080p) playback time (150 nits): up to 9.7 hours Local video (1080p) playback time (150 nits): up to 18 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14IAL7 (82SD) Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G4 IRH (21J8)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 100 Watt 230 Watt
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14IAL7 (82SD) Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G4 IRH (21J8)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision glass touchpad, smart sense keyboard backlight, SMB Service hot key
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14IAL7 (82SD) Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G4 IRH (21J8)
Slots - 1 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0 x4) (1 free)
Interfaces USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort 1.2 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI (8K support)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) Yes (SD Express Card)
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14IAL7 (82SD) Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G4 IRH (21J8)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home in S mode - English Windows 11 Pro - English
Software Included Microsoft Office (Trial) Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14IAL7 (82SD) Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G4 IRH (21J8)
Included Accessories USB-C slim power adapter Power adapter
Integrated Options - Ambient light sensor
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, MIL-STD-810H tested, Rapid Charge Boost, self-healing BIOS Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, MIL-STD-810H tested, Rapid Charge Pro, self-healing BIOS, LA2-Q AI performance chip
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 6, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 26 RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 6, FSC, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 26, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Hardware Solution), TCO Certified 9.0, Low-VOC
Carbon Footprint - 402 kg carbon emissions (EU)
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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