Lenovo IdeaPad Creator 5 15IMH05 (82D4) vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G4 IAP (21DJ)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad Creator 5 15IMH05 (82D4) and Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G4 IAP (21DJ). 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 Creator 5 15IMH05 (82D4) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad Creator 5 15IMH05 (82D4) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful intel processor

crisp full hd display

robust dedicated graphics

solid build quality

adequate port selection

average battery life

no thunderbolt support

heavier design

limited upgradeability

Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G4 IAP (21DJ) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G4 IAP (21DJ) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust aluminum design

efficient multitasking performance

comprehensive connectivity options

fast charging support

competitive pricing

average display quality

modest battery life

limited graphics performance

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad Creator 5 15IMH05 (82D4) and Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G4 IAP (21DJ)
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
76 % - Battery
81 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad Creator 5 15IMH05 (82D4) vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G4 IAP (21DJ) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad Creator 5 15IMH05 (82D4) Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G4 IAP (21DJ)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.9 cm x 24.96 cm x 2.49 cm 35.7 cm x 23.5 cm x 1.89 cm
Weight 2.2 kg 1.7 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS Aluminium (top), polycarbonate ABS (bottom)
Colour Dark moss Dual tone mineral grey
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad Creator 5 15IMH05 (82D4) Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G4 IAP (21DJ)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 15.6" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 144 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 500 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% Adobe RGB 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, Wide Viewing Angle Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad Creator 5 15IMH05 (82D4) Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G4 IAP (21DJ)
CPU Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 10300H / 2.5 GHz Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1235U / 1.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.5 GHz 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 10-core
Cache 8 MB 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Chipset Intel HM470 -
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad Creator 5 15IMH05 (82D4) Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G4 IAP (21DJ)
RAM 8 GB (2 x 4 GB) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 40 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2933 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 2933 MHz 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 1
Empty Slots 0 1
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad Creator 5 15IMH05 (82D4) Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G4 IAP (21DJ)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad Creator 5 15IMH05 (82D4) Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G4 IAP (21DJ)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 / Intel UHD Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 3 external monitor(s)
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM -
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 1080p
Resolution 1 Megapixel -
Camera Features Privacy shutter Privacy shutter, fixed focus
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 Creator 5 15IMH05 (82D4) Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G4 IAP (21DJ)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2
Wireless Controller M.2 Card M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Intel I219-V
Features Dual stream (2x2) Wake-on-LAN (WOL), dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad Creator 5 15IMH05 (82D4) Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G4 IAP (21DJ)
Technology Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 45 Wh 45 Wh
Battery Life Up to 9.6 hours Up to 8 hours
Battery Run Time - Local video (1080p) playback time (150 nits): up to 8 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad Creator 5 15IMH05 (82D4) Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G4 IAP (21DJ)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 135 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad Creator 5 15IMH05 (82D4) Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G4 IAP (21DJ)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, white LED backlight Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad Creator 5 15IMH05 (82D4) Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G4 IAP (21DJ)
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
LAN
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
USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad Creator 5 15IMH05 (82D4) Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G4 IAP (21DJ)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English Windows 11 Pro - English
Software Included Microsoft Office (30 days trial) Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad Creator 5 15IMH05 (82D4) Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G4 IAP (21DJ)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C slim wall mount 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, Quick Charge Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, MIL-STD-810H tested, Rapid Charge Pro
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
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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