Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20T8) vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 15p IMH (20V3)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20T8) and Lenovo ThinkBook 15p IMH (20V3). 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 ThinkBook 15p IMH (20V3) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkBook 15p IMH (20V3) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful i7 processor

vivid 4K display

robust aluminum chassis

ample connectivity options

decent thermal management

heavier than competitors

average battery life

limited upgradeability

premium price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20T8) and Lenovo ThinkBook 15p IMH (20V3)
81 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
81 % - Design
84 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20T8) vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 15p IMH (20V3) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20T8) Lenovo ThinkBook 15p IMH (20V3)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.5 cm x 24 cm x 1.89 cm 35.9 cm x 24.95 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.7 kg 1.9 kg
Case Material Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS Aluminum
Colour Black Mineral grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20T8) Lenovo ThinkBook 15p IMH (20V3)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 15.6" - 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
Colour Gamut - 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20T8) Lenovo ThinkBook 15p IMH (20V3)
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 4500U / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 10300H / 2.5 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4 GHz 4.5 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core Quad-Core
Cache L3 - 8 MB 8 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Chipset - Intel HM470
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20T8) Lenovo ThinkBook 15p IMH (20V3)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 24 GB 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 2933 MHz
Rated Speed 3200 MHz 2933 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 2
Empty Slots 1 0
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20T8) Lenovo ThinkBook 15p IMH (20V3)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20T8) Lenovo ThinkBook 15p IMH (20V3)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Graphics NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 / Intel UHD Graphics
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) -
Max Monitors Supported 2 external monitor(s) -
Video Memory - 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - Max-Q design
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features IR camera, fixed focus, 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 High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features Harman/kardon stereo speakers Harman audio technology
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20T8) Lenovo ThinkBook 15p IMH (20V3)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Wireless Controller Realtek RTL8822CE - M.2 Card Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 - M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Realtek RTL8111GUS -
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20T8) Lenovo ThinkBook 15p IMH (20V3)
Technology Lithium polymer Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 45 Wh 57 Wh
Battery Life Up to 12.7 hours Up to 10.9 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20T8) Lenovo ThinkBook 15p IMH (20V3)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 135 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20T8) Lenovo ThinkBook 15p IMH (20V3)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20T8) Lenovo ThinkBook 15p IMH (20V3)
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-C 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20T8) Lenovo ThinkBook 15p IMH (20V3)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English
Software Included - Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20T8) Lenovo ThinkBook 15p IMH (20V3)
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, fingerprint reader
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 Hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 RoHS, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certification, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
SAR Value 0.438 W/kg (body), 0.438 W/kg (limb) -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
TCO Certified TCO Certified Notebooks 8 -
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 Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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