Lenovo IdeaPad 5G 14Q8X05 (82KF) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C3)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad 5G 14Q8X05 (82KF) and Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C3). 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 ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C3) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C3) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

good battery life

reliable performance

decent connectivity options

mediocre display quality

heavier design

limited graphics performance

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad 5G 14Q8X05 (82KF) and Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C3)
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad 5G 14Q8X05 (82KF) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C3) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 5G 14Q8X05 (82KF) Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C3)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.17 cm x 20.7 cm x 1.49 cm 36.02 cm x 23.7 cm x 1.993 cm
Weight 1.2 kg 1.76 kg
Case Material Aluminum, polycarbonate, ABS plastic Polycarbonate ABS (bottom), polycarbonate ABS (top)
Colour Light silver Thunder black
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad 5G 14Q8X05 (82KF) Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C3)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - 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 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad 5G 14Q8X05 (82KF) Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C3)
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 ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C3)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (2 x 4 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 64 GB
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 1866 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 1866 MHz 3200 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 2
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad 5G 14Q8X05 (82KF) Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C3)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad 5G 14Q8X05 (82KF) Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C3)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Qualcomm Adreno 680 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)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 1080p
Camera Features IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello, 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 Audio, Dolby Voice
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 5G 14Q8X05 (82KF) Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C3)
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 Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 - M.2 Card
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features Dual stream (2x2) Wake-on-LAN (WOL), dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation 5G 4G upgradable
Controller Foxconn T99W175 - M.2 Card -
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad 5G 14Q8X05 (82KF) Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C3)
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 ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C3)
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 ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C3)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 5G 14Q8X05 (82KF) Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C3)
Slots 1 x Nano-SIM card (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 1 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
LAN
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad 5G 14Q8X05 (82KF) Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C3)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home (on ARM) - English Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro) + Windows 11 Pro Licence - English
Software Included Microsoft Office (Trial) -
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad 5G 14Q8X05 (82KF) Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C3)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter USB-C power adapter
Integrated Options Proximity sensor -
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card 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, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TCG Certified
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 Base warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Extended warranty - 1 year - on-site
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