Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 (20VH) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 310-15ISK (80SM)

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Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 (20VH)
Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 (20VH)

Our Rating: 78 %

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 (20VH) and Lenovo IdeaPad 310-15ISK (80SM). 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 L13 Gen 2 (20VH) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 (20VH) 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

competitive price point

average display quality

modest graphics performance

limited storage capacity

noisy under load

Lenovo IdeaPad 310-15ISK (80SM) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 310-15ISK (80SM) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

decent processor speed

ample connectivity options

responsive touchpad

lightweight design

average battery life

mediocre display quality

limited graphics performance

standard storage capacity

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 (20VH) and Lenovo IdeaPad 310-15ISK (80SM)
86 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
69 % - Design
64 % - Display
65 % - Performance
71 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 (20VH) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 310-15ISK (80SM) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 (20VH) Lenovo IdeaPad 310-15ISK (80SM)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.15 cm x 21.9 cm x 1.76 cm 37.9 cm x 26 cm x 2.29 cm
Weight 1.39 kg 2.2 kg
Case Material Aluminum, glass-fibre reinforced plastic Polycarbonate ABS
Colour Black Ebony black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 (20VH) Lenovo IdeaPad 310-15ISK (80SM)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - IPS 15.6" - TN
LCD Backlight Technology 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 200 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC -
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle Glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 (20VH) Lenovo IdeaPad 310-15ISK (80SM)
CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz Intel Core i3 (6th Gen) 6100U / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz -
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache 8 MB 3 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 (20VH) Lenovo IdeaPad 310-15ISK (80SM)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported - 12 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 2133 MHz
Rated Speed 3200 MHz 2133 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 (20VH) Lenovo IdeaPad 310-15ISK (80SM)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe) 128 GB SSD 2.5" SATA - SK Hynix
Optical Drive - DVD-Writer
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 (20VH) Lenovo IdeaPad 310-15ISK (80SM)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel HD Graphics 520
Max Monitors Supported 3 external monitor(s) -
Camera Yes - 720p Yes
Resolution - 0.3 Megapixel
Camera Features Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus Fixed focus
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Codec Conexant CX11880 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium High Definition Audio, Dolby Advanced Audio v2
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 (20VH) Lenovo IdeaPad 310-15ISK (80SM)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 Bluetooth 4.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 - M.2 Card Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 3165 - M.2 Card
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Intel I219-V -
Features Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter, dual stream (2x2) -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 (20VH) Lenovo IdeaPad 310-15ISK (80SM)
Technology Lithium polymer 2-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 46 Wh 30 Wh
Battery Life Up to 12.25 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 (20VH) Lenovo IdeaPad 310-15ISK (80SM)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 45 Watt, 20 V, 2.25 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 (20VH) Lenovo IdeaPad 310-15ISK (80SM)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls Multi-touch touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 (20VH) Lenovo IdeaPad 310-15ISK (80SM)
Interfaces USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.2 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock
USB 3.0
2 x USB 2.0
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
VGA
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 (20VH) Lenovo IdeaPad 310-15ISK (80SM)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro) + Windows 11 Pro Licence - English Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 (20VH) Lenovo IdeaPad 310-15ISK (80SM)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Security Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card 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, self-healing BIOS Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password
Compliant Standards RoHS, TCG Certified RoHS
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 Base warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Extended warranty - 1 year - on-site
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