Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 4 (21F9)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) and Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 4 (21F9). 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 ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

slim lightweight design

fast ssd storage

good battery life

comfortable keyboard

decent display quality

average graphics performance

no thunderbolt support

limited port selection

mediocre speaker quality

Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 4 (21F9) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 4 (21F9) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

impressive battery life

powerful processor options

bright display

higher price point

limited graphics performance

no OLED option

heavier than competitors

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) and Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 4 (21F9)
81 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
86 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 4 (21F9) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 4 (21F9)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30.76 cm x 21.64 cm x 1.59 cm 31.75 cm x 22.69 cm x 1.69 cm
Weight 1.32 kg 1.26 kg
Case Material Aluminum Aluminium (bottom), carbon fibre hybrid (top)
Colour Mineral grey Deep black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 4 (21F9)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - IPS 14" - IPS
Touchscreen - Yes (10-point multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle, Dolby Vision Anti-glare, on-cell touch technology
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 4 (21F9)
CPU Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 10210U / 1.6 GHz AMD Ryzen 5 Pro 7540U / 3.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 4.9 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 6-core
Cache 6 MB L3 - 16 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 4 (21F9)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 16 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR5X SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz 6400 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz 7500 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 4 (21F9)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Kioxia
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 4 (21F9)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics AMD Radeon 740M
Max Monitors Supported - 3 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes
Resolution - 5 Megapixel
Camera Features ThinkShutter camera privacy Privacy shutter, Windows Hello, fixed focus, Discrete IR, Ultrasonic Human Presence Detection
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio X3 High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features Harman audio technology Input: Dolby Voice, 360° far-field
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 4 (21F9)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller M.2 Card Qualcomm NFA725A
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features Dual stream (2x2) -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 4 (21F9)
Technology Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 45 Wh 57 Wh
Battery Life Up to 11 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 4 (21F9)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 4 (21F9)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 4 (21F9)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB4 (supports DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI (4K support)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN (on supplied adapter)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 4 (21F9)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro) + Windows 11 Pro Licence
Software Included Microsoft Office (30 days trial) Glance by Mirametrix
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 4 (21F9)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter USB-C power adapter, Lenovo USB-C to Ethernet Adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader 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, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge 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
SAR Value 0.568 W/kg (body), 0.568 W/kg (limb) -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return -
Model Number IML 20RR -
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