Lenovo ThinkPad L13 (20R4) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 1 (20U4)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
Lenovo ThinkPad L13 (20R4)
Lenovo ThinkPad L13 (20R4)

Our Rating: 78 %

Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 1 (20U4)
Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 1 (20U4)

Our Rating: 72 %

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad L13 (20R4) and Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 1 (20U4). 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 L13 (20R4) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad L13 (20R4) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

good battery life

compact and portable

reliable performance

average display quality

limited graphics power

no thunderbolt support

higher price segment

Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 1 (20U4) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 1 (20U4) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

good security features

decent battery life

solid performance

average display quality

heavier than competitors

limited graphics capability

no thunderbolt support

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad L13 (20R4) and Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 1 (20U4)
83 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
75 % - Design
65 % - Display
72 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad L13 (20R4) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 1 (20U4) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L13 (20R4) Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 1 (20U4)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.15 cm x 21.9 cm x 1.76 cm 36.65 cm x 25 cm x 2.1 cm
Weight 1.38 kg 1.98 kg
Case Material Aluminum, glass-fibre reinforced plastic Polycarbonate ABS
Colour Black Black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad L13 (20R4) Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 1 (20U4)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - IPS 15.6" - TN
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) -
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 300 cd/m² 220 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45%
Features Anti-glare, on-cell touch technology, 170° viewing angle Anti-glare, 90° viewing angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad L13 (20R4) Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 1 (20U4)
CPU Intel Core i3 (10th Gen) 10110U / 2.1 GHz Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 10310U / 1.7 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.1 GHz 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 4 MB 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad L13 (20R4) Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 1 (20U4)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz 2666 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz 3200 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 2
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad L13 (20R4) Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 1 (20U4)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Samsung 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption, NVM Express (NVMe) - Samsung
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad L13 (20R4) Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 1 (20U4)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics Intel UHD Graphics
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features ThinkShutter camera privacy ThinkShutter camera privacy
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Conexant CX11880 Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium High Definition Audio, Dolby Advanced Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L13 (20R4) Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 1 (20U4)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Wireless Controller Intel Wireless-AC 9560 - M.2 Card Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 200 - M.2 Card
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad L13 (20R4) Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 1 (20U4)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 46 Wh 45 Wh
Battery Life Up to 14.1 hours Up to 11.6 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad L13 (20R4) Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 1 (20U4)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad L13 (20R4) Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 1 (20U4)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L13 (20R4) Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 1 (20U4)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad L13 (20R4) Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 1 (20U4)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad L13 (20R4) Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 1 (20U4)
Dockable Yes Yes
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, smart card reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) 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, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS
SAR Value 0.98 W/kg (body), 0.98 W/kg (limb) -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold EPEAT Gold
TCO Certified TCO Certified Notebooks 8 TCO Certified Notebooks 8
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