Lenovo IdeaPad 5G 14Q8X05 (82KF) vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad 5G 14Q8X05 (82KF) and Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY). 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 5G 14Q8X05 (82KF) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 5G 14Q8X05 (82KF) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

long-lasting battery

lightweight design

5g connectivity

comfortable keyboard

efficient cooling system

limited storage capacity

no thunderbolt support

average display quality

higher price point

Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY) Review

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

high-resolution display

robust aluminum chassis

efficient thermal management

powerful processor performance

ample connectivity options

heavier than competitors

average battery life

premium price point

limited color options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad 5G 14Q8X05 (82KF) and Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY)
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad 5G 14Q8X05 (82KF) vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 5G 14Q8X05 (82KF) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.17 cm x 20.7 cm x 1.49 cm 35.6 cm x 25.1 cm x 1.69 cm
Weight 1.2 kg 1.8 kg
Case Material Aluminum, polycarbonate, ABS plastic Aluminum
Colour Light silver Dual tone arctic grey
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad 5G 14Q8X05 (82KF) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 16" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle, DC dimmer
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad 5G 14Q8X05 (82KF) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY)
CPU Qualcomm Snapdragon 8cx Kryo 495 Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1235U / 1.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.84 GHz 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core 10-core
Cache - 12 MB
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad 5G 14Q8X05 (82KF) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 1866 MHz 4800 MHz
Rated Speed 1866 MHz 4800 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad 5G 14Q8X05 (82KF) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad 5G 14Q8X05 (82KF) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Qualcomm Adreno 680 Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported 2 external monitor(s) 3 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 1080p
Camera Features IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus Privacy shutter, fixed focus
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Qualcomm WCD9341 Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 5G 14Q8X05 (82KF) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY)
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) Dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation 5G -
Controller Foxconn T99W175 - M.2 Card -
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad 5G 14Q8X05 (82KF) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY)
Technology Lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 51 Wh 57 Wh
Battery Life Up to 20 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad 5G 14Q8X05 (82KF) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad 5G 14Q8X05 (82KF) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY)
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 touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 5G 14Q8X05 (82KF) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY)
Slots 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free) 1 x M.2 (PCI Express 3.0 x4) (1 free)
Interfaces 2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
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
USB 2.0
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad 5G 14Q8X05 (82KF) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home (on ARM) - English Windows 11 Pro - English
Software Included Microsoft Office (Trial) Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad 5G 14Q8X05 (82KF) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter USB-C slim power adapter
Integrated Options Proximity 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, power-on password Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, MIL-STD-810H tested, Rapid Charge Pro, self-healing BIOS
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, 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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