Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 (20VH) vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G4 ARB (21AS)

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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 ThinkBook 13s G4 ARB (21AS). 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 ThinkBook 13s G4 ARB (21AS) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G4 ARB (21AS) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

slim lightweight design

sharp 2560x1600 display

solid state drive storage

good battery life

competitive price point

average graphics performance

no HDMI port

limited color options

8GB RAM may limit

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 (20VH) and Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G4 ARB (21AS)
86 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
84 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 (20VH) vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G4 ARB (21AS) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 (20VH) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G4 ARB (21AS)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.15 cm x 21.9 cm x 1.76 cm 29.7 cm x 21.1 cm x 1.49 cm
Weight 1.39 kg 1.23 kg
Case Material Aluminum, glass-fibre reinforced plastic Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom)
Colour Black Dual tone arctic grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 (20VH) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G4 ARB (21AS)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - IPS 13.3" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle Anti-glare, Low Blue Light technology, 170° viewing angle, Dolby Vision
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 (20VH) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G4 ARB (21AS)
CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz AMD Ryzen 5 6600U / 2.9 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 4.5 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 6-core
Cache 8 MB L3 - 16 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 (20VH) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G4 ARB (21AS)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 6400 MHz
Rated Speed 3200 MHz 6400 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 (20VH) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G4 ARB (21AS)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 (20VH) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G4 ARB (21AS)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics AMD Radeon 660M
Max Monitors Supported 3 external monitor(s) 3 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 1080p
Camera Features Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus Privacy shutter, fixed focus
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 Audio
Audio Features - Harman-branded, AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 (20VH) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G4 ARB (21AS)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 - M.2 Card -
Ethernet Controller Intel I219-V -
Features Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter, dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 (20VH) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G4 ARB (21AS)
Technology Lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 46 Wh 56 Wh
Battery Life Up to 12.25 hours Up to 19.1 hours
Battery Run Time - Local video (1080p) playback time (150 nits): up to 19.1 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 (20VH) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G4 ARB (21AS)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 (20VH) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G4 ARB (21AS)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision glass touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 (20VH) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G4 ARB (21AS)
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 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
USB4 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 (20VH) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G4 ARB (21AS)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro) + Windows 11 Pro Licence - English Windows 11 Pro - English
Software Included - Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 (20VH) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G4 ARB (21AS)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter USB-C slim wall mount power adapter
Security Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader 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, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS
Compliant Standards RoHS, TCG Certified RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Software Solution)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold EPEAT Silver
TCO Certified TCO Certified Notebooks 8 -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating 8 - 95% 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty Base warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Extended warranty - 1 year - on-site
Base warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Extended warranty - 1 year - on-site
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