Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad S130-14IGM (81J2)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY) and Lenovo IdeaPad S130-14IGM (81J2). Compare sizes, performance, storage capacities, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right laptop for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the laptop that will best fit your needs.

Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

high-resolution display

robust aluminum chassis

efficient thermal management

powerful processor performance

ample connectivity options

heavier than competitors

average battery life

premium price point

limited color options

Lenovo IdeaPad S130-14IGM (81J2) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad S130-14IGM (81J2) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

compact design

lightweight build

solid battery life

decent keyboard

mediocre performance

limited storage capacity

no backlit keyboard

low-resolution display

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY) and Lenovo IdeaPad S130-14IGM (81J2)
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
72 % - Design
63 % - Display
45 % - Performance
64 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad S130-14IGM (81J2) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY) Lenovo IdeaPad S130-14IGM (81J2)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.6 cm x 25.1 cm x 1.69 cm 33.4 cm x 23.5 cm x 1.86 cm
Weight 1.8 kg 1.47 kg
Case Material Aluminum Polycarbonate ABS
Colour Dual tone arctic grey Midnight blue
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY) Lenovo IdeaPad S130-14IGM (81J2)
Screen Size (Type) 16" - IPS 14" - TN
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) 1366 x 768 (HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:9
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 220 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC -
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle, DC dimmer Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY) Lenovo IdeaPad S130-14IGM (81J2)
CPU Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1235U / 1.3 GHz Intel Celeron N4000 / 1.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.4 GHz 2.6 GHz
Number of Cores 10-core Dual-Core
Cache 12 MB 4 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY) Lenovo IdeaPad S130-14IGM (81J2)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR5 SDRAM LPDDR4 SDRAM
Speed 4800 MHz 2133 MHz
Rated Speed 4800 MHz 2133 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY) Lenovo IdeaPad S130-14IGM (81J2)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 64 GB eMMC
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY) Lenovo IdeaPad S130-14IGM (81J2)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel UHD Graphics 600
Max Monitors Supported 3 external monitor(s) -
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes
Resolution - 0.3 Megapixel
Camera Features Privacy shutter, fixed focus -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 Realtek ALC269Q
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos High Definition Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY) Lenovo IdeaPad S130-14IGM (81J2)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 Bluetooth 4.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac
Wireless Controller M.2 Card M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features Dual stream (2x2) Single stream (1x1)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY) Lenovo IdeaPad S130-14IGM (81J2)
Technology Lithium polymer Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 57 Wh 32 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 8 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY) Lenovo IdeaPad S130-14IGM (81J2)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 45 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY) Lenovo IdeaPad S130-14IGM (81J2)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY) Lenovo IdeaPad S130-14IGM (81J2)
Slots 1 x M.2 (PCI Express 3.0 x4) (1 free) -
Interfaces USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
USB 2.0
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY) Lenovo IdeaPad S130-14IGM (81J2)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro - English Windows 10 Home in S mode - English
Software Included Microsoft Office (Trial) Microsoft 365 Personal
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY) Lenovo IdeaPad S130-14IGM (81J2)
Included Accessories USB-C slim power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
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, MIL-STD-810H tested, Rapid Charge Pro, self-healing BIOS Administrator password, power-on password
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Software Solution) RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 8 - 95% -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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