Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IIL (20SL) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IIL (20SL) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

solid build quality

responsive keyboard

affordable price

adequate performance

decent battery life

average display quality

limited graphics power

no thunderbolt support

modest storage capacity

ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5602CBA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5602CBA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight design

robust security features

fast charging support

high-resolution display

efficient performance

limited graphics capability

average battery life

higher price point

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IIL (20SL) and ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5602CBA)
86 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
78 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
86 % - Design
78 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IIL (20SL) vs. ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5602CBA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IIL (20SL) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5602CBA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.6 cm x 23 cm x 1.79 cm 35.82 cm x 26.12 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.5 kg 1.5 kg
Case Material Aluminum -
Colour Mineral grey Star black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IIL (20SL) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5602CBA)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 16"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 3840 x 2400 (WQUXGA)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 100% DCI-P3
Features Anti-glare Glossy, Pantone Validated, 83% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IIL (20SL) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5602CBA)
CPU Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 1035G4 / 1.1 GHz Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1240P / 1.7 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.7 GHz 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 12-core
Cache 6 MB 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IIL (20SL) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5602CBA)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 16 GB 40 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz -
Rated Speed 2666 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty 1 1
Empty Slots 0 1
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IIL (20SL) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5602CBA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IIL (20SL) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5602CBA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Plus Graphics Intel UHD Graphics
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features ThinkShutter camera privacy Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Speaker, array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Dolby Atmos
Audio Features - Output: Smart Amp
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IIL (20SL) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5602CBA)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3
Wireless Controller M.2 Card -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IIL (20SL) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5602CBA)
Technology Lithium Ion 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 45 Wh 84 Wh
Battery Life Up to 9 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IIL (20SL) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5602CBA)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 90 Watt, 20 V, 4.5 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IIL (20SL) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5602CBA)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Spill-resistant, chiclet keyboard, 1.5mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IIL (20SL) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5602CBA)
Slots - 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0 x4) (1 free)
Interfaces USB 2.0 (hidden)
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 2
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI 2.0b
USB 2.0
LAN
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IIL (20SL) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5602CBA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - Spanish Windows 11 Pro
Software Included Microsoft Office (30 days trial) LoJack for Laptops, McAfee, MyASUS, Microsoft 365 (1 month trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IIL (20SL) ASUS ExpertBook B5 (B5602CBA)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
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 Hard drive password, MIL-STD-810H tested, Computrace ready from BIOS
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 RoHS
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number - L2I5X
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