Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 (20VL) vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 14s Yoga G2 IAP (21DM)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 (20VL) and Lenovo ThinkBook 14s Yoga G2 IAP (21DM). 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 Yoga Gen 2 (20VL) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 (20VL) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

versatile 2-in-1 design

responsive touch screen

solid build quality

good keyboard feel

decent battery life

average display brightness

modest graphics performance

heavier than competitors

limited storage options

Lenovo ThinkBook 14s Yoga G2 IAP (21DM) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkBook 14s Yoga G2 IAP (21DM) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

flexible 360-degree hinge

responsive touchscreen display

solid build quality

decent battery life

good performance benchmarks

average color accuracy

limited upgrade options

noisy under load

heavier than competitors

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 (20VL) and Lenovo ThinkBook 14s Yoga G2 IAP (21DM)
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
76 % - Battery
86 % - Design
83 % - Display
75 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 (20VL) vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 14s Yoga G2 IAP (21DM) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 (20VL) Lenovo ThinkBook 14s Yoga G2 IAP (21DM)
Product Type Notebook - flip design Notebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.15 cm x 21.9 cm x 1.76 cm 32 cm x 21.6 cm x 1.69 cm
Weight 1.44 kg 1.5 kg
Case Material Aluminum, glass-fibre reinforced plastic Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom)
Colour Black Dual tone abyss blue
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 (20VL) Lenovo ThinkBook 14s Yoga G2 IAP (21DM)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - IPS 14" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) Yes (10-point multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 72% NTSC 100% sRGB
Features Anti-reflective, anti-smudge, capacitive touch screen, 170° viewing angle, 72% NTSC colour gamut Glossy, Corning Gorilla glass, anti-fingerprint, capacitive touch screen, 170° viewing angle, Glass Panel, Dolby Vision
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 (20VL) Lenovo ThinkBook 14s Yoga G2 IAP (21DM)
CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1235U / 1.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 10-core
Cache 8 MB 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 (20VL) Lenovo ThinkBook 14s Yoga G2 IAP (21DM)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported - 16 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 - 1
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 (20VL) Lenovo ThinkBook 14s Yoga G2 IAP (21DM)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption, NVM Express (NVMe) - Samsung 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 (20VL) Lenovo ThinkBook 14s Yoga G2 IAP (21DM)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) -
Max Monitors Supported 3 external monitor(s) 3 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes - 720p (front) Yes - 1080p
Resolution 5 Megapixel (rear) -
Camera Features IR camera, ThinkShutter camera privacy 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 - Noise-cancellation technology, Harman audio technology
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 (20VL) Lenovo ThinkBook 14s Yoga G2 IAP (21DM)
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
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 (20VL) Lenovo ThinkBook 14s Yoga G2 IAP (21DM)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 46 Wh 60 Wh
Battery Life Up to 10.36 hours Up to 10.5 hours
Battery Run Time - Local video (1080p) playback time (150 nits): up to 10.5 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 (20VL) Lenovo ThinkBook 14s Yoga G2 IAP (21DM)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 (20VL) Lenovo ThinkBook 14s Yoga G2 IAP (21DM)
Type Keyboard, digitizer, TrackPoint, digital pen, UltraNav Keyboard, digitizer, touchpad, digital pen
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 (20VL) Lenovo ThinkBook 14s Yoga G2 IAP (21DM)
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 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock (combined dual USB-C and ethernet side connection)
LAN (on supplied adapter)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
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 Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 (20VL) Lenovo ThinkBook 14s Yoga G2 IAP (21DM)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 11 Pro - English
Software Included - Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 (20VL) Lenovo ThinkBook 14s Yoga G2 IAP (21DM)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories ThinkPad Pen Pro, USB-C power adapter, ThinkPad Ethernet Extension Adapter Gen 2 USB-C power adapter, ThinkBook Yoga Integrated Smart Pen
Integrated Options G-sensor -
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader Discrete 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 Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS, FSC, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Software Solution)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold 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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