Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 (20VL) vs. Lenovo Yoga 530-14IKB (81EK)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 (20VL) and Lenovo Yoga 530-14IKB (81EK). 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 Yoga 530-14IKB (81EK) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo Yoga 530-14IKB (81EK) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

flexible 2-in-1 design

responsive touchscreen display

lightweight and portable

solid build quality

affordable price point

average battery life

modest processor speed

limited storage capacity

no dedicated graphics

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 (20VL) and Lenovo Yoga 530-14IKB (81EK)
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
76 % - Battery
83 % - Design
66 % - Display
72 % - Performance
73 % - Connectivity
72 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 (20VL) vs. Lenovo Yoga 530-14IKB (81EK) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 (20VL) Lenovo Yoga 530-14IKB (81EK)
Product Type Notebook - flip design Notebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.15 cm x 21.9 cm x 1.76 cm 32.8 cm x 22.9 cm x 1.76 cm
Weight 1.44 kg 1.67 kg
Case Material Aluminum, glass-fibre reinforced plastic Polycarbonate, glass-fibre
Colour Black Mineral grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 (20VL) Lenovo Yoga 530-14IKB (81EK)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - IPS 14" - TN
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) 1366 x 768 (HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 72% NTSC -
Features Anti-reflective, anti-smudge, capacitive touch screen, 170° viewing angle, 72% NTSC colour gamut Glossy, One Glass Solution, Direct Bonding technology, Glass Film Film (GFF)
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 (20VL) Lenovo Yoga 530-14IKB (81EK)
CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz Intel Pentium Gold 4415U / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz -
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache 8 MB 2 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 (20VL) Lenovo Yoga 530-14IKB (81EK)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (1 x 4 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 16 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 2133 MHz
Rated Speed 3200 MHz 2400 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 (20VL) Lenovo Yoga 530-14IKB (81EK)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption, NVM Express (NVMe) - Samsung 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 (20VL) Lenovo Yoga 530-14IKB (81EK)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel HD Graphics 610
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) -
Max Monitors Supported 3 external monitor(s) -
Camera Yes - 720p (front) Yes - 720p
Resolution 5 Megapixel (rear) 1 Megapixel
Camera Features IR camera, ThinkShutter camera privacy -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Conexant CX11880 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium
Audio Features - Output: Harman audio technology
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 (20VL) Lenovo Yoga 530-14IKB (81EK)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
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 Single stream (1x1)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 (20VL) Lenovo Yoga 530-14IKB (81EK)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 46 Wh 45 Wh
Battery Life Up to 10.36 hours Up to 10 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 (20VL) Lenovo Yoga 530-14IKB (81EK)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 (20VL) Lenovo Yoga 530-14IKB (81EK)
Type Keyboard, digitizer, TrackPoint, digital pen, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 (20VL) Lenovo Yoga 530-14IKB (81EK)
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 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 (20VL) Lenovo Yoga 530-14IKB (81EK)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English
Software Included - Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 (20VL) Lenovo Yoga 530-14IKB (81EK)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories ThinkPad Pen Pro, USB-C power adapter, ThinkPad Ethernet Extension Adapter Gen 2 Power adapter
Integrated Options G-sensor Accelerometer
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader Fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington mini 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, RapidCharge
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS
SAR Value - 1.39 W/kg (body), 1.39 W/kg (limb)
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 - Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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