Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T14s

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) and Lenovo ThinkPad T14s. 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 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 ThinkPad T14s Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T14s based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

impressive battery life

good security features

lightweight design

average display brightness

limited graphics performance

no HDMI port

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) and Lenovo ThinkPad T14s
69 % - Design
66 % - Display
45 % - Performance
65 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
86 % - Design
85 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.22 cm x 25.15 cm x 1.99 cm 32.9 cm x 22.615 cm x 1.67 cm
Weight 1.85 kg 1.35 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS Magnesium alloy, carbon fibre hybrid
Colour Granite black IMR Black
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - TN 14" - 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 -
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s
CPU AMD A9 9425 / 3.1 GHz AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 4750U / 1.7 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.7 GHz 4.1 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 8-core
Cache 1 MB L3 - 8 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s
RAM 4 GB (1 x 4 GB) 32 GB (32 GB (soldered))
Max RAM Supported 8 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2133 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 2133 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD 2.5" (7 mm) SATA 6Gb/s 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon R5 AMD Radeon Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 4 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes -
Resolution 0.3 Megapixel -
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 Bluetooth, Wi-Fi
Wireless Controller M.2 Card -
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Realtek RTL8111EPV
Features Single stream (1x1) -
WWAN
Generation - 4G
Technology - LTE
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s
Technology Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 30 Wh 57 Wh
Battery Life Up to 4 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 45 Watt -
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad, TrackPoint
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s
Interfaces USB 2.0
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Dock
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home in S mode - English Windows 10
Software Included Microsoft Office (Trial) -
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s
Dockable - Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip -
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password RapidCharge
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 RoHS, MIL-STD 810G
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 - 2 years
Model Number 15AST 81N3 -
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