Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 (20VH) vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G2 ACH (20YM)

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

Our Rating: 78 %

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 (20VH) and Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G2 ACH (20YM). 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 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 16p G2 ACH (20YM) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G2 ACH (20YM) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful amd processor

high-resolution display

robust aluminum chassis

good thermal management

decent battery life

heavier than competitors

no biometric features

limited port selection

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 (20VH) and Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G2 ACH (20YM)
86 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 (20VH) vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G2 ACH (20YM) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 (20VH) Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G2 ACH (20YM)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.15 cm x 21.9 cm x 1.76 cm 35.6 cm x 25.2 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.39 kg 1.99 kg
Case Material Aluminum, glass-fibre reinforced plastic Aluminum
Colour Black Dual tone mineral grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 (20VH) Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G2 ACH (20YM)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - IPS 16" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle Auto Brightness Control, anti-glare, 170° viewing angle, X-Rite Pantone factory color calibration, Dolby Vision
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 (20VH) Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G2 ACH (20YM)
CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz AMD Ryzen 7 5800H / 3.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 8-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 16p G2 ACH (20YM)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (1 x 8 GB + 8 GB (soldered))
Max RAM Supported - 24 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 3200 MHz 3200 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 (20VH) Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G2 ACH (20YM)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - Western Digital
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 (20VH) Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G2 ACH (20YM)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 / AMD Radeon Graphics
Max Monitors Supported 3 external monitor(s) 2 external monitor(s)
Video Memory - 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - Max-Q design, NVIDIA Resizable BAR, Dynamic Boost 2.0
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 ALC3306
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium High Definition Audio
Audio Features - Harman-branded
VR Ready - Yes
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 (20VH) Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G2 ACH (20YM)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 - M.2 Card M.2 Card
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 ThinkBook 16p G2 ACH (20YM)
Technology Lithium polymer 4-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 46 Wh 71 Wh
Battery Life Up to 12.25 hours Up to 6.9 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 (20VH) Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G2 ACH (20YM)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 230 Watt, 20 V
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 (20VH) Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G2 ACH (20YM)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 (20VH) Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G2 ACH (20YM)
Slots - 2 x M.2 Card (1 free)
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 2
USB 3.2 Gen 2 (Always On)
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) 4 in 1
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 (20VH) Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G2 ACH (20YM)
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
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 (20VH) Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G2 ACH (20YM)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Integrated Options - Ambient light sensor
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, Rapid Charge Pro
Compliant Standards RoHS, TCG Certified RoHS, FSC, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TUV Eyesafe Display Certification
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
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
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