Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 15p IMH (20V3)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) and Lenovo ThinkBook 15p IMH (20V3). 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 S145-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

adequate connectivity options

solid build quality

simple user interface

mediocre battery life

average display quality

limited graphics performance

slower HDD storage

Lenovo ThinkBook 15p IMH (20V3) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkBook 15p IMH (20V3) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful i7 processor

vivid 4K display

robust aluminum chassis

ample connectivity options

decent thermal management

heavier than competitors

average battery life

limited upgradeability

premium price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) and Lenovo ThinkBook 15p IMH (20V3)
69 % - Design
66 % - Display
45 % - Performance
65 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
81 % - Design
84 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 15p IMH (20V3) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) Lenovo ThinkBook 15p IMH (20V3)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.22 cm x 25.15 cm x 1.99 cm 35.9 cm x 24.95 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.85 kg 1.9 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS Aluminum
Colour Granite black IMR Mineral grey
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) Lenovo ThinkBook 15p IMH (20V3)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - TN 15.6" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 220 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) Lenovo ThinkBook 15p IMH (20V3)
CPU AMD A9 9425 / 3.1 GHz Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 10300H / 2.5 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.7 GHz 4.5 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 1 MB 8 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Chipset - Intel HM470
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) Lenovo ThinkBook 15p IMH (20V3)
RAM 4 GB (1 x 4 GB) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 8 GB 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2133 MHz 2933 MHz
Rated Speed 2133 MHz 2933 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 2
Empty Slots 0 0
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) Lenovo ThinkBook 15p IMH (20V3)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD 2.5" (7 mm) SATA 6Gb/s 512 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) Lenovo ThinkBook 15p IMH (20V3)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon R5 NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 / Intel UHD Graphics
Video Memory - 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - Max-Q design
Camera Yes Yes - 720p
Resolution 0.3 Megapixel -
Camera Features - ThinkShutter camera privacy
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features - Harman audio technology
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) Lenovo ThinkBook 15p IMH (20V3)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Wireless Controller M.2 Card Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 - M.2 Card
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features Single stream (1x1) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) Lenovo ThinkBook 15p IMH (20V3)
Technology Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 30 Wh 57 Wh
Battery Life Up to 4 hours Up to 10.9 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) Lenovo ThinkBook 15p IMH (20V3)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt 135 Watt
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) Lenovo ThinkBook 15p IMH (20V3)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) Lenovo ThinkBook 15p IMH (20V3)
Interfaces USB 2.0
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) Lenovo ThinkBook 15p IMH (20V3)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home in S mode - English Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English
Software Included Microsoft Office (Trial) Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) Lenovo ThinkBook 15p IMH (20V3)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password Hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 RoHS, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certification, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number 15AST 81N3 -
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