Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 14IAP7 (82SH) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H2)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 14IAP7 (82SH) and Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H2). 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 Pro 14IAP7 (82SH) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 14IAP7 (82SH) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

high-resolution display

powerful processor performance

lightweight and portable

good battery life

fast ssd storage

limited port selection

no dedicated graphics

higher price segment

average sound quality

Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H2) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H2) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

good battery life

solid performance

adequate connectivity options

mediocre display quality

heavier than competitors

limited graphics performance

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 14IAP7 (82SH) and Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H2)
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 14IAP7 (82SH) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H2) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 14IAP7 (82SH) Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H2)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.22 cm x 22.1 cm x 1.59 cm 32.54 cm x 21.7 cm x 1.983 cm
Weight 1.43 kg 1.4 kg
Case Material Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom) Polycarbonate ABS (bottom), polycarbonate ABS (top)
Colour Storm grey | Cloud grey Thunder black
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 14IAP7 (82SH) Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H2)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 14" - IPS
Screen Resolution 2240 x 1400 (2.2K) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:9
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, Low Blue Light technology, 170° viewing angle, Eyesafe technology Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 14IAP7 (82SH) Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H2)
CPU Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1240P / 1.7 GHz Intel Core i5 (13th Gen) 1335U / 1.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.4 GHz 4.6 GHz
Number of Cores 12-core 10-core
Cache 12 MB 12 MB
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 14IAP7 (82SH) Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H2)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 64 GB
RAM Type LPDDR5 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 4800 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 4800 MHz 3200 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 2
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 14IAP7 (82SH) Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H2)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Kioxia
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 14IAP7 (82SH) Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H2)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported 2 external monitor(s) 3 external monitor(s)
Video System Features Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory) Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes - 1080p
Camera Features IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus, ToF sensor Privacy shutter, Windows Hello, fixed focus, hybrid FHD/IR camera
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features Input: noise-cancellation technology Input: Dolby Voice, far-field
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 14IAP7 (82SH) Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H2)
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 201 - M.2 Card
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features Dual stream (2x2) Wake-on-LAN (WOL), dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 14IAP7 (82SH) Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H2)
Technology Lithium polymer 3-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 56.5 Wh 46.5 Wh
Battery Life Up to 11.61 hours -
Battery Run Time Local video (1080p) playback time (150 nits): up to 11.61 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 14IAP7 (82SH) Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H2)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 14IAP7 (82SH) Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H2)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 14IAP7 (82SH) Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H2)
Interfaces USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
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 (4K support)
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 14IAP7 (82SH) Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H2)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home - English Windows 11 Pro
Software Included Microsoft Office (Trial) -
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 14IAP7 (82SH) Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H2)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter USB-C power adapter
Integrated Options Hall sensor -
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Security Slot Type - Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, Rapid Charge Boost, self-healing BIOS Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 6, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 26, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Hardware Solution), Eyesafe Certification RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 6, TCG Certified, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 26, TCO Certified 9.0
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 -
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