Lenovo IdeaPad S130-14IGM (81J2) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 (21K3)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad S130-14IGM (81J2) and Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 (21K3). 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 S130-14IGM (81J2) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad S130-14IGM (81J2) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

compact design

lightweight build

solid battery life

decent keyboard

mediocre performance

limited storage capacity

no backlit keyboard

low-resolution display

Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 (21K3) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 (21K3) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

powerful processor options

good battery life

impressive security features

heavier than competitors

average display brightness

limited color options

pricey base model

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad S130-14IGM (81J2) and Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 (21K3)
72 % - Design
63 % - Display
45 % - Performance
64 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
83 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad S130-14IGM (81J2) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 (21K3) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad S130-14IGM (81J2) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 (21K3)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 33.4 cm x 23.5 cm x 1.86 cm 31.77 cm x 22.69 cm x 1.79 cm
Weight 1.47 kg 1.39 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS Carbon fibre hybrid (top), polyphenylene sulfide (bottom)
Colour Midnight blue Thunder black
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad S130-14IGM (81J2) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 (21K3)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - TN 14" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 220 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad S130-14IGM (81J2) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 (21K3)
CPU Intel Celeron N4000 / 1.1 GHz AMD Ryzen 5 Pro 7540U / 3.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.6 GHz 4.9 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 6-core
Cache 4 MB L3 - 16 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad S130-14IGM (81J2) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 (21K3)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR4 SDRAM LPDDR5X SDRAM
Speed 2133 MHz 6400 MHz
Rated Speed 2133 MHz 6400 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad S130-14IGM (81J2) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 (21K3)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 64 GB eMMC 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad S130-14IGM (81J2) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 (21K3)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 600 AMD Radeon 740M
Max Monitors Supported - 3 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes Yes - 1080p
Resolution 0.3 Megapixel -
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, Windows Hello, fixed focus, hybrid FHD/IR camera, Ultrasonic Human Presence Detection
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC269Q Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features - Input: Dolby Voice, 360° far-field
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad S130-14IGM (81J2) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 (21K3)
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 MediaTek RZ616
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Realtek RTL8111EPV
Compliant Standards - DASH
Features Single stream (1x1) Wake-on-LAN (WOL), dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation - 4G upgradable
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad S130-14IGM (81J2) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 (21K3)
Technology Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 32 Wh 52.5 Wh
Battery Life Up to 8 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad S130-14IGM (81J2) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 (21K3)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad S130-14IGM (81J2) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 (21K3)
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
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad S130-14IGM (81J2) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 (21K3)
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
USB4 (supports DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI (4K support)
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad S130-14IGM (81J2) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 (21K3)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home in S mode - English Windows 11 Pro - English
Software Included Microsoft 365 Personal Glance by Mirametrix
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad S130-14IGM (81J2) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 (21K3)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C 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, smart card 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, NVMe password, certificate based BIOS authentication, FIDO (Fast Identity Online) authentication
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 6, TCG Certified, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 26, TCO Certified 9.0
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
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 Base warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Base warranty - battery - 1 year
Extended warranty - 3 years - on-site
Extended warranty - 1 year - on-site - response time: next business day
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