Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20TD) vs. LG gram Ultra-Lightweight LG gram Ultra (Lightweight 15Z990)

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Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20TD)
Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20TD)

Our Rating: 72 %

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20TD) and LG gram Ultra-Lightweight LG gram Ultra (Lightweight 15Z990). 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 (20TD) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20TD) 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

LG gram Ultra-Lightweight LG gram Ultra (Lightweight 15Z990) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of LG gram Ultra-Lightweight LG gram Ultra (Lightweight 15Z990) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

exceptionally lightweight design

impressive battery life

crisp full HD display

solid state drive storage

robust build quality

average graphics performance

limited port selection

higher price point

no dedicated GPU

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20TD) and LG gram Ultra-Lightweight LG gram Ultra (Lightweight 15Z990)
81 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
82 % - Design
86 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20TD) vs. LG gram Ultra-Lightweight LG gram Ultra (Lightweight 15Z990) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20TD) LG gram Ultra-Lightweight LG gram Ultra (Lightweight 15Z990)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.5 cm x 24 cm x 1.89 cm 35.8 cm x 22.8 cm x 1.68 cm
Weight 1.7 kg 1.099 kg
Case Material Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS -
Colour Black White
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20TD) LG gram Ultra-Lightweight LG gram Ultra (Lightweight 15Z990)
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 -
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 96% sRGB
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle -
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20TD) LG gram Ultra-Lightweight LG gram Ultra (Lightweight 15Z990)
CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8565U / 1.8 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 4.6 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 8 MB L3 - 8 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20TD) LG gram Ultra-Lightweight LG gram Ultra (Lightweight 15Z990)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 16 GB
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 16 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 2400 MHz
Rated Speed 3200 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20TD) LG gram Ultra-Lightweight LG gram Ultra (Lightweight 15Z990)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20TD) LG gram Ultra-Lightweight LG gram Ultra (Lightweight 15Z990)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel UHD Graphics
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) -
Max Monitors Supported 2 external monitor(s) -
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - HD
Camera Features IR camera, ThinkShutter camera privacy -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, two microphones
Codec Realtek ALC3287 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio DTS Headphone:X
Audio Features Harman/kardon stereo speakers -
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20TD) LG gram Ultra-Lightweight LG gram Ultra (Lightweight 15Z990)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 - M.2 Card Intel Wireless-AC 9560
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet 10/100 Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Realtek RTL8111H-CG -
Features Dual stream (2x2) Miracast, dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20TD) LG gram Ultra-Lightweight LG gram Ultra (Lightweight 15Z990)
Technology Lithium polymer 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 45 Wh 72 Wh
Battery Life Up to 10.8 hours Up to 21.5 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20TD) LG gram Ultra-Lightweight LG gram Ultra (Lightweight 15Z990)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 48 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20TD) LG gram Ultra-Lightweight LG gram Ultra (Lightweight 15Z990)
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 Scrolling, gesture function, precision touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20TD) LG gram Ultra-Lightweight LG gram Ultra (Lightweight 15Z990)
Slots 1 x M.2 Card (1 free) 2 x SSD (1 free)
Interfaces USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 2.0
USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
USB-C 3.1 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
3 x USB 3.1
Headphone output
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20TD) LG gram Ultra-Lightweight LG gram Ultra (Lightweight 15Z990)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro - English Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition
Software Included - Microsoft Office (30 days trial), LG Easy Guide, LG Control Center, LG Update Center, LG On Screen Display 3, LG Reader Mode
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20TD) LG gram Ultra-Lightweight LG gram Ultra (Lightweight 15Z990)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Fingerprint reader
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, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested Dust-resistant, shock-resistant, pressure-resistant, vibration-resistant
Compliant Standards RoHS, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certification, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 MIL-STD 810G
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 -
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 - 2 years
Limited warranty - battery - 1 year
Model Number - V.AA78A1
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