Lenovo ThinkPad A485 (20MV) vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IWL (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad A485 (20MV) and Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IWL (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s). With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare dimensions, performance, storage, functions, but also other key features of both laptops and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the laptop that best fits your needs and expectations.

Lenovo ThinkPad A485 (20MV) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad A485 (20MV) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

reliable security features

solid processor performance

good value proposition

mediocre battery life

dim display brightness

limited storage capacity

no thunderbolt support

Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IWL (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IWL (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

slim lightweight design

fast ssd storage

good battery life

affordable price point

decent display quality

average cpu performance

no thunderbolt support

limited upgrade options

mediocre speaker quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad A485 (20MV) and Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IWL (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s)
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
81 % - Design
75 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad A485 (20MV) vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IWL (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad A485 (20MV) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IWL (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 33.66 cm x 23.25 cm x 1.995 cm 30.76 cm x 21.64 cm x 1.59 cm
Weight 1.85 kg 1.32 kg
Case Material Glass-fibre reinforced plastic, polyphenylene sulfide Aluminum
Colour Black Mineral grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad A485 (20MV) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IWL (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 13.3" - IPS
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 250 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad A485 (20MV) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IWL (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s)
CPU AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 2700U / 2.2 GHz Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8265U / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.8 GHz 3.9 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache L2 - 4 MB 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad A485 (20MV) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IWL (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 16 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 2400 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz 2400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 1
Empty Slots 1 0
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad A485 (20MV) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IWL (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - TCG Opal Encryption - Samsung 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad A485 (20MV) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IWL (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Vega 10 Intel UHD Graphics
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features ThinkShutter camera privacy ThinkShutter camera privacy
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 Audio X3
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad A485 (20MV) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IWL (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller Realtek RTL8822BE - M.2 Card M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Ethernet Controller Realtek RTL8111GUL -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad A485 (20MV) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IWL (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s)
Technology Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Installed Qty 2 -
Battery Capacity (Size) - 45 Wh
Battery Life Up to 16.4 hours Up to 11 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad A485 (20MV) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IWL (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 20 V, 3.25 A 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad A485 (20MV) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IWL (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad A485 (20MV) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IWL (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.1 Gen 2
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card, SDXC UHS Card) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad A485 (20MV) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IWL (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English
Software Included - Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad A485 (20MV) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IWL (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
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, MIL-STD-810G tested Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS, FIDO Certified
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number - IWL 20R9
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