Lenovo ThinkPad E580 (20KT) vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 IRL (21KH)

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In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad E580 (20KT) and Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 IRL (21KH). 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 ThinkBook 16 G6 IRL (21KH) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 IRL (21KH) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful intel processor

high-resolution display

solid build quality

good battery life

fast ssd storage

heavier than competitors

limited color options

noisy under load

expensive base model

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Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad E580 (20KT) and Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 IRL (21KH)
85 % - Design
86 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad E580 (20KT) vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 IRL (21KH) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad E580 (20KT) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 IRL (21KH)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.9 cm x 25.2 cm x 1.995 cm 35.6 cm x 25.35 cm x 1.75 cm
Weight 2.1 kg 1.7 kg
Case Material Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS Aluminium (top), polycarbonate ABS (bottom)
Colour Black Dual tone arctic grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad E580 (20KT) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 IRL (21KH)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 16" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, Low Blue Light technology
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad E580 (20KT) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 IRL (21KH)
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8250U / 1.6 GHz Intel Core i5 (13th Gen) 1335U / 1.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.4 GHz 4.6 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 10-core
Cache 6 MB 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad E580 (20KT) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 IRL (21KH)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 5200 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 5200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 1 1
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad E580 (20KT) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 IRL (21KH)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) - Toshiba 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad E580 (20KT) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 IRL (21KH)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 3 external monitor(s)
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 1080p
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, Windows Hello, fixed focus, hybrid FHD/IR camera
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec CX11852 Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Advanced Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features - Input: noise-cancellation technology
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad E580 (20KT) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 IRL (21KH)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 3165 - M.2 Card M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Realtek R8111GUS Intel I219-V
Features - Wake-on-LAN (WOL), dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad E580 (20KT) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 IRL (21KH)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 45 Wh 45 Wh
Battery Life Up to 12.23 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad E580 (20KT) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 IRL (21KH)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 20 V, 3.25 A 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad E580 (20KT) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 IRL (21KH)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad E580 (20KT) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 IRL (21KH)
Slots - 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0 x4) (1 free)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 2.0
HDMI
LAN
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI (4K support)
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad E580 (20KT) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 IRL (21KH)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 11 Pro - English
Software Included - Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad E580 (20KT) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 IRL (21KH)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington nano 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 Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, MIL-STD-810H tested, Rapid Charge Pro, self-healing BIOS
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 6, FSC, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 26, TCO Certified 9.0
SAR Value 0.579 W/kg (body), 0.579 W/kg (limb) -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
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
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