Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 2 (20X1) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20W1)

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Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20W1)
Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20W1)

Our Rating: 85 %

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 2 (20X1) and Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20W1). 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 ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20W1) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20W1) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

good battery life

impressive security features

reliable performance

average display brightness

heavier than competitors

noisy under load

limited color options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 2 (20X1) and Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20W1)
76 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
84 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 2 (20X1) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20W1) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 2 (20X1) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20W1)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 33.1 cm x 23.5 cm x 2.04 cm 1.79 cm
Weight 1.59 kg 1.47 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS Glass-fibre, magnesium alloy, polyphenylene sulfide, polyamide, Talc15
Colour Black -
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 2 (20X1) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20W1)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 14"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC -
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 2 (20X1) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20W1)
CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz No CPU
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz -
Number of Cores Quad-Core -
Cache 8 MB -
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 2 (20X1) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20W1)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) -
Max RAM Supported 64 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 -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 2 (20X1) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20W1)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe) -
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 2 (20X1) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20W1)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics -
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) -
Max Monitors Supported 2 external monitor(s) -
Camera Yes - 720p -
Camera Features IR camera, Windows Hello, ThinkShutter camera privacy -
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 ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20W1)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 -
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 200 - M.2 Card -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Intel I219-V -
Features Dual stream (2x2) -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 2 (20X1) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20W1)
Technology Lithium polymer 3-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 45 Wh 50 Wh
Battery Life Up to 11.815 hours Up to 14.5 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 2 (20X1) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20W1)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt -
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 2 (20X1) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20W1)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 2 (20X1) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20W1)
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
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
Dock
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 2 (20X1) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20W1)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English No operating system
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 2 (20X1) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20W1)
Dockable Yes Yes
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader -
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington 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, self-healing BIOS
Compliant Standards RoHS, TCG Certified RoHS
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold EPEAT Gold
TCO Certified TCO Certified Notebooks 8 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
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