Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ITL05 (81X8)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) and Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ITL05 (81X8). 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 13x G2 IAP (21AT) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight and portable

sharp display resolution

fast SSD storage

good battery life

efficient thermal management

limited port selection

higher price point

no dedicated GPU

average speaker quality

Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ITL05 (81X8) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ITL05 (81X8) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

solid build quality

decent battery life

adequate performance

average display quality

limited graphics power

no backlit keyboard

fewer USB-C ports

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) and Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ITL05 (81X8)
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
69 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ITL05 (81X8) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ITL05 (81X8)
Product Type Notebook - 180-degree hinge design Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 29.6 cm x 20.9 cm x 1.29 cm 36.22 cm x 25.34 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.2 kg 1.7 kg
Case Material Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom), glass (display cover) Polycarbonate ABS (bottom), polycarbonate ABS (top)
Colour Dual tone storm grey Platinum grey | Abyss blue
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ITL05 (81X8)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - IPS 15.6" - TN
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:9
Image Brightness 400 cd/m² 220 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 45% NTSC
Features Glossy, Corning Gorilla glass, anti-fingerprint, 170° viewing angle, Low Power, Dolby Vision, Smart sense panel Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ITL05 (81X8)
CPU Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 1255U / 1.7 GHz Intel Core i3 (11th Gen) 1115G4 / 3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.7 GHz 4.1 GHz
Number of Cores 10-core Dual-Core
Cache 12 MB 6 MB
Platform Technology Intel Evo -
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ITL05 (81X8)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported - 12 GB
RAM Type LPDDR5 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 4800 MHz 2666 MHz
Rated Speed 4800 MHz 2666 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ITL05 (81X8)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ITL05 (81X8)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel UHD Graphics
Max Monitors Supported 2 external monitor(s) 1 external monitor(s)
Video System Features Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory) -
Camera Yes - 720p Yes
Resolution - 0.3 Megapixel
Camera Features Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus, ToF sensor Privacy shutter, fixed focus
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3306 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features Harman/kardon stereo speakers, Smart Amp, AI noise cancelling -
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ITL05 (81X8)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Wireless Controller - M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ITL05 (81X8)
Technology Lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 56 Wh 35 Wh
Battery Life Up to 11.4 hours Up to 5.5 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ITL05 (81X8)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ITL05 (81X8)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision glass touchpad, smart sense keyboard backlight Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ITL05 (81X8)
Interfaces 2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI (on supplied adapter)
VGA (on supplied adapter)
LAN (on supplied adapter)
USB 3.0 (on supplied adapter)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 2.0
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ITL05 (81X8)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro - English Windows 11 Home in S mode - English
Software Included Microsoft Office (Trial) Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ITL05 (81X8)
Included Accessories USB-C slim power adapter Wall mount power adapter
Bundled with ThinkBook USB-C Micro Hub -
Integrated Options Ambient light sensor -
Security Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, MIL-STD-810H tested, Rapid Charge Pro, self-healing BIOS Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password
Compliant Standards RoHS, FSC, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TCG Certified, TUV Rheinland Eyesafe Display, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Hardware Solution) RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Silver -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating 8 - 95% 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty Base warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Extended warranty - 1 year - on-site
Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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