Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 2 (20X1) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 16IAH7 (82SK)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 2 (20X1) and Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 16IAH7 (82SK). 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 5 Pro 16IAH7 (82SK) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 16IAH7 (82SK) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

sharp display resolution

powerful processor performance

sleek aluminum design

comfortable keyboard layout

efficient thermal management

average battery life

limited port selection

no dedicated graphics

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 2 (20X1) and Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 16IAH7 (82SK)
76 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
82 % - Design
82 % - Display
86 % - Performance
84 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 2 (20X1) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 16IAH7 (82SK) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 2 (20X1) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 16IAH7 (82SK)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 33.1 cm x 23.5 cm x 2.04 cm 35.6 cm x 25.1 cm x 1.69 cm
Weight 1.59 kg 1.95 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom)
Colour Black Storm grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 2 (20X1) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 16IAH7 (82SK)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 16" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 2560 x 1600 (2.5K)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 120 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 350 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle Anti-glare, Low Blue Light technology, 170° viewing angle, DC dimming, T-CON colour calibration
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 2 (20X1) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 16IAH7 (82SK)
CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 12700H / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 4.7 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 14-core
Cache 8 MB 24 MB
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 2 (20X1) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 16IAH7 (82SK)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 4800 MHz
Rated Speed 3200 MHz 4800 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 2 (20X1) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 16IAH7 (82SK)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe) 1 TB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 2 (20X1) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 16IAH7 (82SK)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel Arc A370M / Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) -
Max Monitors Supported 2 external monitor(s) 2 external monitor(s)
Video Memory - 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - Direct X 12 Ultimate
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 1080p
Camera Features IR camera, Windows Hello, ThinkShutter camera privacy Windows Hello, fixed focus, ToF sensor, hybrid FHD/IR camera
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 Atmos
Audio Features - Noise-cancellation technology
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 2 (20X1) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 16IAH7 (82SK)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
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 5 Pro 16IAH7 (82SK)
Technology Lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 45 Wh 75 Wh
Battery Life Up to 11.815 hours Up to 13.34 hours
Battery Run Time - Local video (1080p) playback time (150 nits): up to 13.34 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 2 (20X1) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 16IAH7 (82SK)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 135 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 2 (20X1) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 16IAH7 (82SK)
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 Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 2 (20X1) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 16IAH7 (82SK)
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 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
Thunderbolt 4 (supports DisplayPort 1.4) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 2 (20X1) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 16IAH7 (82SK)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 11 Home - English
Software Included - Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 2 (20X1) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 16IAH7 (82SK)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Integrated Options - Hall sensor
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, Rapid Charge Express, self-healing BIOS, Amazon Alexa Voice Assistant, Lenovo Voice Assistant (LVA)
Compliant Standards RoHS, TCG Certified RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Hardware Solution)
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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