Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IWL (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IWL (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

affordable price point

decent display quality

average cpu performance

no thunderbolt support

limited upgrade options

mediocre speaker quality

Lenovo V155-15API (Lenovo V155) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo V155-15API (Lenovo V155) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

adequate performance

full hd display

solid build quality

decent storage options

average battery life

no backlit keyboard

limited port selection

mediocre sound quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IWL (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) and Lenovo V155-15API (Lenovo V155)
81 % - Design
75 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
71 % - Design
64 % - Display
65 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IWL (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) vs. Lenovo V155-15API (Lenovo V155) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IWL (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) Lenovo V155-15API (Lenovo V155)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30.76 cm x 21.64 cm x 1.59 cm 36.3 cm x 25.4 cm x 2.29 cm
Weight 1.32 kg 2.2 kg
Case Material Aluminum Polycarbonate ABS
Colour Mineral grey Iron grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IWL (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) Lenovo V155-15API (Lenovo V155)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - IPS 15.6" - TN
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 220 cd/m²
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IWL (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) Lenovo V155-15API (Lenovo V155)
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8265U / 1.6 GHz AMD Ryzen 3 3200U / 2.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.9 GHz 3.5 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache 6 MB L3 - 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IWL (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) Lenovo V155-15API (Lenovo V155)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 16 GB 16 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 2400 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 2400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 1
Empty Slots 0 1
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IWL (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) Lenovo V155-15API (Lenovo V155)
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 (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) Lenovo V155-15API (Lenovo V155)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics AMD Radeon Vega 3
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features ThinkShutter camera privacy Privacy shutter
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio X3 High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IWL (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) Lenovo V155-15API (Lenovo V155)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller M.2 Card M.2 Card
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IWL (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) Lenovo V155-15API (Lenovo V155)
Technology Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 45 Wh 36 Wh
Battery Life Up to 11 hours Up to 5 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IWL (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) Lenovo V155-15API (Lenovo V155)
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 (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) Lenovo V155-15API (Lenovo V155)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Multi-touch touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IWL (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) Lenovo V155-15API (Lenovo V155)
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
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
LAN
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IWL (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) Lenovo V155-15API (Lenovo V155)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English
Software Included Microsoft Office (Trial) Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IWL (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) Lenovo V155-15API (Lenovo V155)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader 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 Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge
Compliant Standards RoHS, FIDO Certified RoHS
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 IWL 20R9 15API 81V5
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