Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 3 (20YD) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XL)

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Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XL)
Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XL)

Our Rating: 85 %

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 3 (20YD) and Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XL). 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 E14 Gen 3 (20YD) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 3 (20YD) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

efficient performance

comfortable keyboard

good value pricing

decent battery life

average display quality

limited graphics power

no thunderbolt support

modest storage capacity

Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XL) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XL) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

impressive security features

good battery life

solid performance

heavier than competitors

modest display brightness

limited graphics power

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 3 (20YD) and Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XL)
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 3 (20YD) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XL) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 3 (20YD) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XL)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.4 cm x 22.07 cm x 1.79 cm 32.9 cm x 22.7 cm x 1.79 cm
Weight 1.64 kg 1.55 kg
Case Material Aluminum Polycarbonate ABS, glass-fibre, magnesium alloy, polyphenylene sulfide, polyamide, Talc15
Colour Black Black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 3 (20YD) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XL)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 14" - 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 300 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 3 (20YD) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XL)
CPU AMD Ryzen 7 5700U / 1.8 GHz AMD Ryzen 5 Pro 5650U / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.3 GHz 4.2 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core 6-core
Cache L3 - 8 MB 16 MB
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 3 (20YD) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XL)
RAM 16 GB (1 x 8 GB + 8 GB (soldered)) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 24 GB 40 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 3200 MHz 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 1
Empty Slots 0 0
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 3 (20YD) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XL)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x4 - Samsung 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption, NVM Express (NVMe) - Samsung
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 3 (20YD) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XL)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Graphics AMD Radeon Graphics
Memory Allocation Technology - Shared Video Memory (UMA)
Max Monitors Supported 2 external monitor(s) 3 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus Privacy shutter
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features Harman audio technology -
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 3 (20YD) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XL)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 200 - M.2 Card Realtek RTL8852AE
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Realtek RTL8111GUS Realtek RTL8111H-CG
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 3 (20YD) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XL)
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer 3-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 57 Wh 50 Wh
Battery Life Up to 15.8 hours Up to 16.9 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 3 (20YD) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XL)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 3 (20YD) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XL)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 3 (20YD) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XL)
Slots 1 x M.2 Card (1 free) -
Interfaces USB 2.0
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort 1.2 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 3 (20YD) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XL)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 3 (20YD) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XL)
Dockable - Yes
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password
Compliant Standards RoHS, GREENGUARD, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TCG Certified RoHS, TCG Certified
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold EPEAT Gold
TCO Certified TCO Certified Notebooks 8 TCO Certified Notebooks 8
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating 8 - 95% 8 - 95%
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