Lenovo IdeaPad S130-11IGM (81J1) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad S130-11IGM (81J1) and Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5). Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

Lenovo IdeaPad S130-11IGM (81J1) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad S130-11IGM (81J1) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight design

affordable price

decent battery life

solid build quality

compact form factor

limited storage capacity

average display quality

modest performance

fewer connectivity options

Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

powerful AMD processor

high-resolution display

good battery life

heavier than competitors

expensive base model

limited color options

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad S130-11IGM (81J1) and Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5)
72 % - Design
64 % - Display
53 % - Performance
65 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad S130-11IGM (81J1) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad S130-11IGM (81J1) Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5)
Product Type Notebook - 180-degree hinge design Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 28.8 cm x 20 cm x 1.77 cm 35.44 cm x 23.74 cm x 1.58 cm
Weight 1.15 kg 1.94 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom)
Colour Midnight blue | Mineral grey Black (bottom), arctic grey (top)
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad S130-11IGM (81J1) Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5)
Screen Size (Type) 11.6" - TN 16" OLED
Touchscreen - Yes (10-point multi-touch)
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 3840 x 2400 (WQUXGA)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 500 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 100% DCI-P3
Features Anti-glare Anti-reflective, One Glass Solution, anti-smudge, Low Blue Light technology, Dolby Vision, 175° viewing angle, 92.3% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad S130-11IGM (81J1) Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5)
CPU Intel Celeron N4000 / 1.1 GHz AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 6850H / 3.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.6 GHz 4.7 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 8-core
Cache 4 MB L3 - 16 MB
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad S130-11IGM (81J1) Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 32 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 2133 MHz 6400 MHz
Rated Speed 2133 MHz 6400 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad S130-11IGM (81J1) Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 32 GB eMMC 1.024 TB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Western Digital
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad S130-11IGM (81J1) Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 600 AMD Radeon 680M
Max Monitors Supported - 3 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes Yes - 1080p
Resolution 0.3 Megapixel -
Camera Features - Windows Hello, fixed focus, e-camera shutter, hybrid FHD/IR camera
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC269Q Realtek ALC3306
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
Audio Features - Input: Dolby Voice, 360° far-field
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad S130-11IGM (81J1) Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5)
Wireless Bluetooth 4.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller M.2 Card Qualcomm NFA725A
Features Single stream (1x1) -
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad S130-11IGM (81J1) Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5)
Technology Lithium Ion 4-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 32 Wh 72 Wh
Battery Life Up to 8 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad S130-11IGM (81J1) Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5)
Input (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt 135 Watt, 5 / 9 / 15 / 20 V
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad S130-11IGM (81J1) Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls, glass touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad S130-11IGM (81J1) Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5)
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.0
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
2 x USB4 (supports DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (SD Card, SDXC UHS-II Card)
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad S130-11IGM (81J1) Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English Windows 11 Pro
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad S130-11IGM (81J1) Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C slim power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip with Microsoft Pluton, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type - Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Administrator password, power-on password Administrator password, system password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password, certificate based BIOS authentication, FIDO (Fast Identity Online) authentication
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 RoHS, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certification, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TCG Certified, TCO Certified 9.0
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 8 - 95%
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