Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20T8) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14IGL7 (82V6)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20T8) and Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14IGL7 (82V6). 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 E15 Gen 2 (20T8) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20T8) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

solid cpu performance

good keyboard feel

adequate port selection

competitive pricing

average display quality

modest battery life

no thunderbolt support

heavier design

Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14IGL7 (82V6) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14IGL7 (82V6) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

compact design

decent battery life

lightweight for portability

simple user interface

limited storage capacity

average display quality

modest processing power

fewer connectivity options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20T8) and Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14IGL7 (82V6)
81 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
75 % - Design
65 % - Display
45 % - Performance
65 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20T8) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14IGL7 (82V6) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20T8) Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14IGL7 (82V6)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.5 cm x 24 cm x 1.89 cm 32.53 cm x 21.65 cm x 1.79 cm
Weight 1.7 kg 1.3 kg
Case Material Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS Polycarbonate ABS (bottom), polycarbonate ABS (top)
Colour Black Abyss blue
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20T8) Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14IGL7 (82V6)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 14" - TN
LCD Backlight Technology 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 220 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20T8) Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14IGL7 (82V6)
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 4500U / 2.3 GHz Intel Celeron N4020 / 1.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4 GHz 2.8 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core Dual-Core
Cache L3 - 8 MB 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20T8) Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14IGL7 (82V6)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 24 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 2400 MHz
Rated Speed 3200 MHz 2400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20T8) Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14IGL7 (82V6)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20T8) Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14IGL7 (82V6)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Graphics Intel UHD Graphics 600
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) -
Max Monitors Supported 2 external monitor(s) 1 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features IR camera, fixed focus, 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 High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features Harman/kardon stereo speakers -
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20T8) Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14IGL7 (82V6)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller Realtek RTL8822CE - M.2 Card M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Ethernet Controller Realtek RTL8111GUS -
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20T8) Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14IGL7 (82V6)
Technology Lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 45 Wh 42 Wh
Battery Life Up to 12.7 hours Up to 11 hours
Battery Run Time - Local video (1080p) playback time (150 nits): up to 11 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20T8) Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14IGL7 (82V6)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 45 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20T8) Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14IGL7 (82V6)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20T8) Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14IGL7 (82V6)
Interfaces USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 2.0
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
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 (SD Card)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20T8) Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14IGL7 (82V6)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 11 Home in S mode - English
Software Included - Microsoft 365 Personal
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20T8) Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14IGL7 (82V6)
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 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, Rapid Charge Boost
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
SAR Value 0.438 W/kg (body), 0.438 W/kg (limb) -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
TCO Certified TCO Certified Notebooks 8 -
Carbon Footprint - 250 kg carbon emissions
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating 8 - 95% 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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