Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 2 (20X1) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14ALC6 (82KT)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 2 (20X1) and Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14ALC6 (82KT). 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 L14 Gen 2 (20X1) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 2 (20X1) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

good battery life

adequate performance

reliable security features

average display quality

heavier than competitors

limited graphics power

no thunderbolt support

Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14ALC6 (82KT) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14ALC6 (82KT) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

solid processor performance

decent battery life

good keyboard feel

average display quality

limited storage capacity

no backlit keyboard

fewer connectivity options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 2 (20X1) and Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14ALC6 (82KT)
76 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
72 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 2 (20X1) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14ALC6 (82KT) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 2 (20X1) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14ALC6 (82KT)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 33.1 cm x 23.5 cm x 2.04 cm 32.42 cm x 21.57 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.59 kg 1.41 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS Polycarbonate ABS (bottom), polycarbonate ABS (top)
Colour Black Arctic grey | Abyss blue
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 2 (20X1) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14ALC6 (82KT)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 14" - TN
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 250 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 2 (20X1) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14ALC6 (82KT)
CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz AMD Ryzen 3 5300U / 2.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 3.8 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 8 MB L3 - 4 MB
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 2 (20X1) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14ALC6 (82KT)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 12 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 3200 MHz 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 1
Empty Slots 1 1
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 2 (20X1) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14ALC6 (82KT)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe) 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 2 (20X1) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14ALC6 (82KT)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics AMD Radeon Graphics
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) -
Max Monitors Supported 2 external monitor(s) 1 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features IR camera, Windows Hello, ThinkShutter camera privacy Privacy shutter, fixed focus
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 2 (20X1) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14ALC6 (82KT)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 200 - M.2 Card M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Ethernet Controller Intel I219-V -
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 2 (20X1) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14ALC6 (82KT)
Technology Lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 45 Wh 38 Wh
Battery Life Up to 11.815 hours Up to 9 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 2 (20X1) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14ALC6 (82KT)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 2 (20X1) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14ALC6 (82KT)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 2 (20X1) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14ALC6 (82KT)
Interfaces USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock
USB 2.0
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (data only)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 2 (20X1) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14ALC6 (82KT)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Home in S mode - English
Software Included - Microsoft 365 Personal
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 2 (20X1) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14ALC6 (82KT)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Wall mount power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
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, self-healing BIOS Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge
Compliant Standards RoHS, TCG Certified RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
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
Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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