Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad Creator 5 16ACH6 (82L6)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) and Lenovo IdeaPad Creator 5 16ACH6 (82L6). 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 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 Creator 5 16ACH6 (82L6) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad Creator 5 16ACH6 (82L6) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful amd processor

vibrant full-hd display

ample storage options

solid build quality

decent thermal management

average battery life

heavier than competitors

no thunderbolt support

limited color accuracy

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) and Lenovo IdeaPad Creator 5 16ACH6 (82L6)
86 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
83 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad Creator 5 16ACH6 (82L6) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) Lenovo IdeaPad Creator 5 16ACH6 (82L6)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30.77 cm x 20.98 cm x 1.74 cm 35.6 cm x 25.1 cm x 1.84 cm
Weight 1.27 kg 1.92 kg
Case Material Magnesium-aluminum alloy, polyphenylene sulfide Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom)
Colour Black Storm grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) Lenovo IdeaPad Creator 5 16ACH6 (82L6)
Screen Size (Type) 12.5" - IPS 16" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) -
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 350 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) Lenovo IdeaPad Creator 5 16ACH6 (82L6)
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 Pro 2500U / 2 GHz AMD Ryzen 5 5600H / 3.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.6 GHz 4.2 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 6-core
Cache L2 - 4 MB L3 - 16 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) Lenovo IdeaPad Creator 5 16ACH6 (82L6)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 3200 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) Lenovo IdeaPad Creator 5 16ACH6 (82L6)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - TCG Opal Encryption, NVM Express (NVMe) - Samsung 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) Lenovo IdeaPad Creator 5 16ACH6 (82L6)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Vega 8 NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 / AMD Radeon Graphics
Video Memory - 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features ThinkShutter camera privacy IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus, ToF sensor
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) Lenovo IdeaPad Creator 5 16ACH6 (82L6)
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 Creator 5 16ACH6 (82L6)
Technology 6-cell Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 48 Wh 75 Wh
Battery Life Up to 10.55 hours Up to 10 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) Lenovo IdeaPad Creator 5 16ACH6 (82L6)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 20 V, 3.25 A 135 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) Lenovo IdeaPad Creator 5 16ACH6 (82L6)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) Lenovo IdeaPad Creator 5 16ACH6 (82L6)
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 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)
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 Creator 5 16ACH6 (82L6)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English
Software Included - Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) Lenovo IdeaPad Creator 5 16ACH6 (82L6)
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, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge
Compliant Standards RoHS TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certification, 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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