Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 2 (20X1) vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G4 ABA (21DL)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 2 (20X1) and Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G4 ABA (21DL). 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 ThinkBook 15 G4 ABA (21DL) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G4 ABA (21DL) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

efficient multitasking performance

ample connectivity options

affordable price point

decent battery life

average display quality

heavier than competitors

limited graphics performance

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 2 (20X1) and Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G4 ABA (21DL)
76 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
86 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 2 (20X1) vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G4 ABA (21DL) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 2 (20X1) Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G4 ABA (21DL)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 33.1 cm x 23.5 cm x 2.04 cm 35.7 cm x 23.5 cm x 1.89 cm
Weight 1.59 kg 1.7 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS Aluminium (top), polycarbonate ABS (bottom)
Colour Black Dual tone mineral grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 2 (20X1) Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G4 ABA (21DL)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 15.6" - 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 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle, DC dimmer
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 2 (20X1) Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G4 ABA (21DL)
CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz AMD Ryzen 5 5625U / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 4.3 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 6-core
Cache 8 MB L3 - 16 MB
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 2 (20X1) Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G4 ABA (21DL)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 40 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 ThinkBook 15 G4 ABA (21DL)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 2 (20X1) Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G4 ABA (21DL)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics AMD Radeon Graphics
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) -
Max Monitors Supported 2 external monitor(s) 3 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 1080p
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 ThinkBook 15 G4 ABA (21DL)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 200 - M.2 Card M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Intel I219-V -
Features Dual stream (2x2) Wake-on-LAN (WOL), dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 2 (20X1) Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G4 ABA (21DL)
Technology Lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 45 Wh 45 Wh
Battery Life Up to 11.815 hours Up to 8 hours
Battery Run Time - Local video (1080p) playback time (150 nits): up to 8 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 2 (20X1) Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G4 ABA (21DL)
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 ThinkBook 15 G4 ABA (21DL)
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 Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 2 (20X1) Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G4 ABA (21DL)
Slots - 1 x M.2 (PCI Express 3.0 x4) (0 free)
1 x M.2 (PCI Express 3.0 x4) (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)
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
LAN
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 ThinkBook 15 G4 ABA (21DL)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 11 Pro - English
Software Included - Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 2 (20X1) Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G4 ABA (21DL)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter USB-C slim 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, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington nano 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, self-healing BIOS Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, MIL-STD-810H tested, Rapid Charge Pro
Compliant Standards RoHS, TCG Certified RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 6, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Software Solution)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold 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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