Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IWL (20R9) vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (20RR)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IWL (20R9) and Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (20RR). 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-IWL (20R9) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IWL (20R9) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

sleek aluminum design

lightweight and portable

sharp full HD display

solid state drive included

good battery life

limited port selection

no dedicated GPU

average audio quality

standard RAM capacity

Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (20RR) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (20RR) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

slim, lightweight design

fast ssd storage

good battery life

decent processor performance

affordable price

average display quality

limited port selection

no dedicated gpu

mediocre speaker output

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IWL (20R9) and Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (20RR)
81 % - Design
75 % - Display
72 % - Performance
78 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
86 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IWL (20R9) vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (20RR) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IWL (20R9) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (20RR)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30.76 cm x 21.64 cm x 1.59 cm 30.76 cm x 21.64 cm x 1.59 cm
Weight 1.32 kg 1.32 kg
Case Material Aluminum Aluminum
Colour Mineral grey Mineral grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IWL (20R9) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (20RR)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - IPS 13.3" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IWL (20R9) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (20RR)
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8265U / 1.6 GHz Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 10210U / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.9 GHz 4.2 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 6 MB 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IWL (20R9) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (20RR)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 16 GB 16 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 2666 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 2666 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 1
Empty Slots 0 0
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IWL (20R9) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (20RR)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IWL (20R9) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (20RR)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics Intel UHD Graphics
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features ThinkShutter camera privacy ThinkShutter camera privacy
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 X3
Audio Features - Output: Harman audio technology
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IWL (20R9) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (20RR)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller M.2 Card M.2 Card
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IWL (20R9) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (20RR)
Technology Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 45 Wh 45 Wh
Battery Life Up to 11 hours Up to 11 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IWL (20R9) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (20RR)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IWL (20R9) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (20RR)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IWL (20R9) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (20RR)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
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
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IWL (20R9) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (20RR)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - German Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - Dutch / English / French / German / Italian
Software Included Microsoft Office (Trial) Microsoft Office (30 days trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IWL (20R9) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (20RR)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge
Compliant Standards RoHS, FIDO Certified RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
SAR Value - 0.568 W/kg (body), 0.568 W/kg (limb)
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return
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