Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14IIL05 (81YH) vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G2 ARE (20VG)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14IIL05 (81YH) and Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G2 ARE (20VG). With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare dimensions, performance, storage, functions, but also other key features of both laptops and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the laptop that best fits your needs and expectations.

Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14IIL05 (81YH) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14IIL05 (81YH) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

sleek design

lightweight build

decent battery life

fast charging support

average display quality

modest graphics performance

limited port selection

no thunderbolt support

Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G2 ARE (20VG) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G2 ARE (20VG) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

solid build quality

decent battery life

ample connectivity options

good processor performance

average display quality

modest graphics power

no thunderbolt support

heavier design

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14IIL05 (81YH) and Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G2 ARE (20VG)
81 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14IIL05 (81YH) vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G2 ARE (20VG) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14IIL05 (81YH) Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G2 ARE (20VG)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.157 cm x 21.159 cm x 1.79 cm 35.7 cm x 23.5 cm x 1.89 cm
Weight 1.39 kg 1.7 kg
Case Material Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS
Colour Platinum grey | Graphite grey Mineral grey
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14IIL05 (81YH) Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G2 ARE (20VG)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - TN 15.6"
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 250 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, Wide Viewing Angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14IIL05 (81YH) Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G2 ARE (20VG)
CPU Intel Core i3 (10th Gen) 1005G1 / 1.2 GHz AMD Ryzen 5 4500U / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.4 GHz 4 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 6-core
Cache 4 MB L3 - 8 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14IIL05 (81YH) Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G2 ARE (20VG)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported - 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
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14IIL05 (81YH) Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G2 ARE (20VG)
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 5 14IIL05 (81YH) Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G2 ARE (20VG)
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 - 720p Yes - 720p
Resolution 1 Megapixel -
Camera Features Privacy shutter 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 5 14IIL05 (81YH) Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G2 ARE (20VG)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller M.2 Card Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 200 - M.2 Card
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14IIL05 (81YH) Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G2 ARE (20VG)
Technology Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 44.5 Wh 45 Wh
Battery Life Up to 9 hours Up to 7.5 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14IIL05 (81YH) Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G2 ARE (20VG)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14IIL05 (81YH) Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G2 ARE (20VG)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14IIL05 (81YH) Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G2 ARE (20VG)
Interfaces USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort 1.2 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
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 5 14IIL05 (81YH) Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G2 ARE (20VG)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home in S mode - English Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English
Software Included Microsoft Office (30 days trial) Microsoft Office (30 days trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14IIL05 (81YH) Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G2 ARE (20VG)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C 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 Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 RoHS, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certification, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
SAR Value 0.59 W/kg (body), 0.59 W/kg (limb) 0.5 W/kg (body), 0.5 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes 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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