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 V14-ADA (82C6) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo V14-ADA (82C6) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price point

lightweight design

adequate processor performance

sufficient connectivity options

decent keyboard comfort

average display quality

limited storage capacity

modest battery life

no backlit keyboard

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY) and Lenovo V14-ADA (82C6)
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
76 % - Design
64 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY) vs. Lenovo V14-ADA (82C6) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY) Lenovo V14-ADA (82C6)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.6 cm x 25.1 cm x 1.69 cm 32.71 cm x 24.1 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.8 kg 1.6 kg
Case Material Aluminum Polycarbonate ABS
Colour Dual tone arctic grey Iron grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY) Lenovo V14-ADA (82C6)
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 V14-ADA (82C6)
CPU Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1235U / 1.3 GHz AMD 3000 Series 3020E / 1.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.4 GHz 2.6 GHz
Number of Cores 10-core Dual-Core
Cache 12 MB L3 - 4 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY) Lenovo V14-ADA (82C6)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (1 x 4 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 8 GB
RAM Type LPDDR5 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 4800 MHz 2400 MHz
Rated Speed 4800 MHz 3200 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY) Lenovo V14-ADA (82C6)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) - Western Digital
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY) Lenovo V14-ADA (82C6)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics AMD Radeon Graphics
Max Monitors Supported 3 external monitor(s) -
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes
Resolution - 0.3 Megapixel
Camera Features Privacy shutter, fixed focus Fixed focus
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY) Lenovo V14-ADA (82C6)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller M.2 Card Realtek RTL8822CE - M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features Dual stream (2x2) -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY) Lenovo V14-ADA (82C6)
Technology Lithium polymer 2-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 57 Wh 35 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 6 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY) Lenovo V14-ADA (82C6)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt, 20 V, 3.25 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY) Lenovo V14-ADA (82C6)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY) Lenovo V14-ADA (82C6)
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
USB 2.0
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY) Lenovo V14-ADA (82C6)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro - English FreeDOS - Spanish
Software Included Microsoft Office (Trial) -
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY) Lenovo V14-ADA (82C6)
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, hard drive 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 -
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 -
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