Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15IGL7 (82V7)

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Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15IGL7 (82V7)
Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15IGL7 (82V7)

Our Rating: 72 %

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) and Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15IGL7 (82V7). 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 ThinkPad A285 (20MX) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

compact and portable

strong security features

decent processor performance

average battery life

limited storage capacity

no thunderbolt support

dim display brightness

Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15IGL7 (82V7) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15IGL7 (82V7) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

decent battery life

solid build quality

adequate connectivity options

mediocre display quality

limited storage capacity

basic graphics performance

slower processor speed

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) and Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15IGL7 (82V7)
86 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
74 % - Design
66 % - Display
45 % - Performance
65 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15IGL7 (82V7) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15IGL7 (82V7)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30.77 cm x 20.98 cm x 1.74 cm 36.02 cm x 23.6 cm x 1.79 cm
Weight 1.27 kg 1.54 kg
Case Material Magnesium-aluminum alloy, polyphenylene sulfide Polycarbonate ABS (bottom), polycarbonate ABS (top)
Colour Black Cloud grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15IGL7 (82V7)
Screen Size (Type) 12.5" - IPS 15.6" - TN
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) -
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
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, 90° viewing angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15IGL7 (82V7)
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 Pro 2500U / 2 GHz Intel Celeron N4120 / 1.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.6 GHz 2.6 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache L2 - 4 MB 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15IGL7 (82V7)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 2400 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 2400 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15IGL7 (82V7)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - TCG Opal Encryption, NVM Express (NVMe) - Samsung 128 GB eMMC - eMMC 5.1
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15IGL7 (82V7)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Vega 8 Intel UHD Graphics 600
Max Monitors Supported - 1 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features ThinkShutter camera privacy Privacy shutter, fixed focus
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15IGL7 (82V7)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller Realtek RTL8822BE - M.2 Card M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15IGL7 (82V7)
Technology 6-cell Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 48 Wh 42 Wh
Battery Life Up to 10.55 hours Up to 11 hours
Battery Run Time - Local video (1080p) playback time (150 nits): up to 11 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15IGL7 (82V7)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 20 V, 3.25 A 45 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15IGL7 (82V7)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15IGL7 (82V7)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 2
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2
HDMI
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock
LAN (on supplied cable)
USB 2.0
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (data only)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15IGL7 (82V7)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 11 Home in S mode - English
Software Included - Microsoft 365 Personal
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15IGL7 (82V7)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories USB-C 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 mini security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested Administrator password, power-on password, Rapid Charge Boost
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
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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