Lenovo ThinkPad E590 (20NC) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad E590 (20NC) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

comfortable keyboard design

adequate performance level

reasonable price point

solid security features

mediocre battery life

average display quality

limited graphics power

heavier than competitors

Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (82GJ) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (82GJ) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

rugged design

lightweight build

efficient battery life

decent connectivity options

modest performance

low-resolution display

limited storage capacity

minimal RAM

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad E590 (20NC) and Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (82GJ)
73 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
69 % - Design
64 % - Display
45 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad E590 (20NC) vs. Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (82GJ) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad E590 (20NC) Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (82GJ)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.9 cm x 25.25 cm x 1.99 cm 29 cm x 20.4 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 2.12 kg 1.25 kg
Case Material Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS Polycarbonate ABS
Colour Black Black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad E590 (20NC) Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (82GJ)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - TN 11.6" - TN
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1366 x 768 (HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 220 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 90% -
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad E590 (20NC) Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (82GJ)
CPU Intel Core i3 (8th Gen) 8145U / 2.1 GHz AMD 3000 Series 3015e / 1.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.9 GHz 2.3 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache 4 MB L3 - 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad E590 (20NC) Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (82GJ)
RAM 4 GB (1 x 4 GB) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 1600 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz 1600 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad E590 (20NC) Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (82GJ)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe) - Toshiba 64 GB eMMC - eMMC 5.1
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad E590 (20NC) Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (82GJ)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 AMD Radeon Graphics
Memory Allocation Technology - Shared Video Memory (UMA)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features - Fixed focus
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Codec Conexant CX11880 Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Advanced Audio High Definition Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad E590 (20NC) Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (82GJ)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 9260 - M.2 Card Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 200 - M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Ethernet Controller Realtek R8111GUS -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad E590 (20NC) Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (82GJ)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 45 Wh 42 Wh
Battery Life Up to 11 hours Up to 13.6 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad E590 (20NC) Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (82GJ)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 45 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad E590 (20NC) Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (82GJ)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Spill-resistant, anti-pry key caps
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad E590 (20NC) Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (82GJ)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 2.0
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad E590 (20NC) Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (82GJ)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad E590 (20NC) Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (82GJ)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
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-810G tested Administrator password, power-on password, MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
SAR Value 0.436 W/kg (body), 0.436 W/kg (limb) 0.08 W/kg (body), 0.08 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Silver EPEAT Silver
TCO Certified - TCO Certified Notebooks 8
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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