Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 (20VL) vs. Lenovo Yoga 730-15IKB (81CU)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 (20VL) and Lenovo Yoga 730-15IKB (81CU). 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 730-15IKB (81CU) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo Yoga 730-15IKB (81CU) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

flexible 2-in-1 design

responsive touchscreen display

solid build quality

decent battery life

good overall performance

heavier than competitors

limited port selection

noisy under load

average color accuracy

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 (20VL) and Lenovo Yoga 730-15IKB (81CU)
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
76 % - Battery
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
78 % - Connectivity
72 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 (20VL) vs. Lenovo Yoga 730-15IKB (81CU) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 (20VL) Lenovo Yoga 730-15IKB (81CU)
Product Type Notebook - flip design Notebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.15 cm x 21.9 cm x 1.76 cm 36 cm x 24.9 cm x 1.715 cm
Weight 1.44 kg 1.89 kg
Case Material Aluminum, glass-fibre reinforced plastic Aluminum
Colour Black Iron grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 (20VL) Lenovo Yoga 730-15IKB (81CU)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - IPS 15.6" - 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 -
Features Anti-reflective, anti-smudge, capacitive touch screen, 170° viewing angle, 72% NTSC colour gamut Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 (20VL) Lenovo Yoga 730-15IKB (81CU)
CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8550U / 1.8 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 4 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 8 MB 8 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 (20VL) Lenovo Yoga 730-15IKB (81CU)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (1 x 8 GB + 8 GB (soldered))
Max RAM Supported - 16 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 2400 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 730-15IKB (81CU)
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 PCIe
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 (20VL) Lenovo Yoga 730-15IKB (81CU)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 / Intel UHD Graphics 620
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) -
Max Monitors Supported 3 external monitor(s) -
Video Memory - 4 GB GDDR5 SDRAM
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 Conexant CX11870
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
Audio Features - JBL
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 (20VL) Lenovo Yoga 730-15IKB (81CU)
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 -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 (20VL) Lenovo Yoga 730-15IKB (81CU)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 46 Wh 51.5 Wh
Battery Life Up to 10.36 hours Up to 11 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 (20VL) Lenovo Yoga 730-15IKB (81CU)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 90 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 (20VL) Lenovo Yoga 730-15IKB (81CU)
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 Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 (20VL) Lenovo Yoga 730-15IKB (81CU)
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 (supports Thunderbolt 3)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 (20VL) Lenovo Yoga 730-15IKB (81CU)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 (20VL) Lenovo Yoga 730-15IKB (81CU)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories ThinkPad Pen Pro, USB-C power adapter, ThinkPad Ethernet Extension Adapter Gen 2 Power adapter, Lenovo Active Pen 2, pen holder
Integrated Options G-sensor Accelerometer, gyro sensor
Security 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 -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested Administrator password, power-on password
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes 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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