Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 2 (20X1) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 5G 14Q8X05 (82KF)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 2 (20X1) and Lenovo IdeaPad 5G 14Q8X05 (82KF). 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 5G 14Q8X05 (82KF) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 5G 14Q8X05 (82KF) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

long-lasting battery

lightweight design

5g connectivity

comfortable keyboard

efficient cooling system

limited storage capacity

no thunderbolt support

average display quality

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 2 (20X1) and Lenovo IdeaPad 5G 14Q8X05 (82KF)
76 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 2 (20X1) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 5G 14Q8X05 (82KF) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 2 (20X1) Lenovo IdeaPad 5G 14Q8X05 (82KF)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 33.1 cm x 23.5 cm x 2.04 cm 32.17 cm x 20.7 cm x 1.49 cm
Weight 1.59 kg 1.2 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS Aluminum, polycarbonate, ABS plastic
Colour Black Light silver
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 2 (20X1) Lenovo IdeaPad 5G 14Q8X05 (82KF)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 14" - IPS
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 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 2 (20X1) Lenovo IdeaPad 5G 14Q8X05 (82KF)
CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 8cx Kryo 495
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 2.84 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 8-core
Cache 8 MB -
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 2 (20X1) Lenovo IdeaPad 5G 14Q8X05 (82KF)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR4X SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 1866 MHz
Rated Speed 3200 MHz 1866 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 2 (20X1) Lenovo IdeaPad 5G 14Q8X05 (82KF)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 2 (20X1) Lenovo IdeaPad 5G 14Q8X05 (82KF)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Qualcomm Adreno 680
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) -
Max Monitors Supported 2 external monitor(s) 2 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features IR camera, Windows Hello, ThinkShutter camera privacy IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 Qualcomm WCD9341
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 2 (20X1) Lenovo IdeaPad 5G 14Q8X05 (82KF)
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)
WWAN
Generation - 5G
Controller - Foxconn T99W175 - M.2 Card
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 2 (20X1) Lenovo IdeaPad 5G 14Q8X05 (82KF)
Technology Lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 45 Wh 51 Wh
Battery Life Up to 11.815 hours Up to 20 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 2 (20X1) Lenovo IdeaPad 5G 14Q8X05 (82KF)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 45 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 2 (20X1) Lenovo IdeaPad 5G 14Q8X05 (82KF)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
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 5G 14Q8X05 (82KF)
Slots - 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free)
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
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 2 (20X1) Lenovo IdeaPad 5G 14Q8X05 (82KF)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 11 Home (on ARM) - English
Software Included - Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 2 (20X1) Lenovo IdeaPad 5G 14Q8X05 (82KF)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter USB-C power adapter
Integrated Options - Proximity 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, power-on password
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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