Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 4 (21E3) vs. Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 Pro 14IAP7 (82SV)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 4 (21E3) and Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 Pro 14IAP7 (82SV). 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 E14 Gen 4 (21E3) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 4 (21E3) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

efficient performance

comfortable keyboard

good security features

reasonable price

average display quality

limited graphics power

no thunderbolt support

mediocre battery life

Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 Pro 14IAP7 (82SV) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 Pro 14IAP7 (82SV) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

high-resolution display

powerful processor performance

lightweight design

fast charging support

good thermal management

average battery life

limited port selection

no dedicated GPU

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 4 (21E3) and Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 Pro 14IAP7 (82SV)
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
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84 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 4 (21E3) vs. Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 Pro 14IAP7 (82SV) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 4 (21E3) Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 Pro 14IAP7 (82SV)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.4 cm x 22.07 cm x 1.79 cm 31.24 cm x 22.14 cm x 1.46 cm
Weight 1.64 kg 1.32 kg
Case Material Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom) Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom)
Colour Black Storm grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 4 (21E3) Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 Pro 14IAP7 (82SV)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 14" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 2240 x 1400 (2.2K)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle Anti-glare, Low Blue Light technology, 170° viewing angle, Eyesafe technology, Dolby Vision
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 4 (21E3) Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 Pro 14IAP7 (82SV)
CPU Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1235U / 1.3 GHz Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 1260P / 2.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.4 GHz 4.7 GHz
Number of Cores 10-core 12-core
Cache 12 MB 18 MB
Platform Technology - Intel Evo
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 4 (21E3) Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 Pro 14IAP7 (82SV)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 40 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 4800 MHz
Rated Speed 3200 MHz 4800 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 4 (21E3) Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 Pro 14IAP7 (82SV)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 4 (21E3) Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 Pro 14IAP7 (82SV)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported 2 external monitor(s) 2 external monitor(s)
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes - 1080p
Camera Features Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus 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 High Definition Audio
Audio Features Harman/kardon stereo speakers Noise-cancellation technology
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 4 (21E3) Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 Pro 14IAP7 (82SV)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller M.2 Card M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Ethernet Controller Intel I219-V -
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 4 (21E3) Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 Pro 14IAP7 (82SV)
Technology Lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 57 Wh 61 Wh
Battery Life Up to 20.6 hours Up to 14.33 hours
Battery Run Time - Local video (1080p) playback time (150 nits): up to 14.33 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 4 (21E3) Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 Pro 14IAP7 (82SV)
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 4 (21E3) Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 Pro 14IAP7 (82SV)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad, glass touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 4 (21E3) Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 Pro 14IAP7 (82SV)
Interfaces USB 2.0
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x Thunderbolt 4 (supports DisplayPort 1.4a) (Power Delivery 3.0)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 4 (21E3) Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 Pro 14IAP7 (82SV)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro - English Windows 11 Home - English
Software Included - Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 4 (21E3) Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 Pro 14IAP7 (82SV)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter USB-C slim wall mount power adapter
Integrated Options - Ambient light sensor
Security Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection 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, hard drive password, Rapid Charge Express, self-healing BIOS, Lenovo Voice Assistant (LVA)
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Software Solution) RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TUV Rheinland Eyesafe Display, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Hardware Solution)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold EPEAT Silver
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating 8 - 95% 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty Base warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Extended warranty - 1 year - on-site
Base warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Extended warranty - 2 years - on-site
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