Lenovo ThinkPad E495 (20NE) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-11IAP (81A4)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad E495 (20NE) and Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-11IAP (81A4). 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 E495 (20NE) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad E495 (20NE) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

comfortable keyboard

affordable price point

decent performance

good port selection

average display quality

modest battery life

no thunderbolt support

heavier design

Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-11IAP (81A4) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-11IAP (81A4) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

compact design

lightweight for mobility

solid build quality

decent keyboard layout

limited storage capacity

low-resolution display

modest performance

poor battery life

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad E495 (20NE) and Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-11IAP (81A4)
72 % - Design
64 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
68 % - Design
45 % - Display
38 % - Performance
60 % - Connectivity
62 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad E495 (20NE) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-11IAP (81A4) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad E495 (20NE) Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-11IAP (81A4)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.9 cm x 24.2 cm x 1.99 cm 28.8 cm x 20.09 cm x 1.77 cm
Weight 1.75 kg 1.15 kg
Case Material Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS Polycarbonate ABS
Colour Black Mineral grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad E495 (20NE) Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-11IAP (81A4)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 11.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1366 x 768 (HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad E495 (20NE) Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-11IAP (81A4)
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 3500U / 2.1 GHz Intel Celeron N3350 / 1.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.7 GHz 2.4 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache L3 - 4 MB 2 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad E495 (20NE) Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-11IAP (81A4)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 2400 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz 2400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad E495 (20NE) Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-11IAP (81A4)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - Western Digital 64 GB eMMC
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad E495 (20NE) Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-11IAP (81A4)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Vega 8 Intel HD Graphics 500
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) -
Camera Yes - 720p Yes
Resolution - 0.3 Megapixel
Camera Features Fixed focus -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Conexant CX11880 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Advanced Audio High Definition Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad E495 (20NE) Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-11IAP (81A4)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 Bluetooth 4.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac
Wireless Controller Realtek RTL8822BE - M.2 Card M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Ethernet Controller Realtek R8111GUS -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad E495 (20NE) Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-11IAP (81A4)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion 2-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 45 Wh 32 Wh
Battery Life Up to 11 hours Up to 8 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad E495 (20NE) Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-11IAP (81A4)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 45 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad E495 (20NE) Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-11IAP (81A4)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad E495 (20NE) Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-11IAP (81A4)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 2.0
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 3.0
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad E495 (20NE) Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-11IAP (81A4)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 10 in S mode - English
Software Included - Lenovo Settings, McAfee LiveSafe (30 days trial), Lenovo ID, Lenovo Companion 3.0
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad E495 (20NE) Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-11IAP (81A4)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip 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
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS
SAR Value 0.47 W/kg (body), 0.47 W/kg (limb) -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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