Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 1 (20U3) vs. Lenovo Yoga S940-14IIL (Lenovo Yoga S940)

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Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 1 (20U3)
Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 1 (20U3)

Our Rating: 72 %

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 1 (20U3) and Lenovo Yoga S940-14IIL (Lenovo Yoga S940). 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 L15 Gen 1 (20U3) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 1 (20U3) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

good enterprise security

solid processor performance

reliable battery life

heavy design

mediocre display quality

limited graphics power

no thunderbolt support

Lenovo Yoga S940-14IIL (Lenovo Yoga S940) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo Yoga S940-14IIL (Lenovo Yoga S940) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

ultra-slim design

high-resolution display

powerful processor performance

innovative AI features

impressive sound quality

higher price point

limited port selection

average battery life

no dedicated GPU

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 1 (20U3) and Lenovo Yoga S940-14IIL (Lenovo Yoga S940)
75 % - Design
65 % - Display
72 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
86 % - Design
85 % - Display
72 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 1 (20U3) vs. Lenovo Yoga S940-14IIL (Lenovo Yoga S940) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 1 (20U3) Lenovo Yoga S940-14IIL (Lenovo Yoga S940)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.65 cm x 25 cm x 2.1 cm 31.93 cm x 19.74 cm x 1.51 cm
Weight 1.98 kg 1.25 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS Aluminum
Colour Black Iron grey | Mica
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 1 (20U3) Lenovo Yoga S940-14IIL (Lenovo Yoga S940)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 14" - IPS
Touchscreen - Yes (10-point multi-touch)
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 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 72% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle Glossy, on-cell touch technology, Dolby Vision
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 1 (20U3) Lenovo Yoga S940-14IIL (Lenovo Yoga S940)
CPU Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 10210U / 1.6 GHz Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 1035G4 / 1.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 3.7 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 6 MB 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 1 (20U3) Lenovo Yoga S940-14IIL (Lenovo Yoga S940)
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 2666 MHz 3733 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz 3733 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 1 (20U3) Lenovo Yoga S940-14IIL (Lenovo Yoga S940)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 - TCG Opal Encryption, NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 1 (20U3) Lenovo Yoga S940-14IIL (Lenovo Yoga S940)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics Intel Iris Plus Graphics
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) Shared Video Memory (UMA)
Max Monitors Supported 2 external monitor(s) -
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features IR camera, fixed focus, ThinkShutter camera privacy IR camera, ToF sensor
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Four speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 Realtek ALC3268
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Advanced Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
Audio Features - WoV (Wake-on-Voice)
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 1 (20U3) Lenovo Yoga S940-14IIL (Lenovo Yoga S940)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Wireless Controller Realtek RTL8852AE - M.2 Card -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Ethernet Controller Intel I219-V -
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation 4G upgradable -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 1 (20U3) Lenovo Yoga S940-14IIL (Lenovo Yoga S940)
Technology Lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 45 Wh 52 Wh
Battery Life Up to 11.6 hours Up to 16 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 1 (20U3) Lenovo Yoga S940-14IIL (Lenovo Yoga S940)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 1 (20U3) Lenovo Yoga S940-14IIL (Lenovo Yoga S940)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, glass touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 1 (20U3) Lenovo Yoga S940-14IIL (Lenovo Yoga S940)
Interfaces USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort 1.2 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.2 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 1 (20U3) Lenovo Yoga S940-14IIL (Lenovo Yoga S940)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English
Software Included - Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 1 (20U3) Lenovo Yoga S940-14IIL (Lenovo Yoga S940)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter USB-C power adapter
Integrated Options - Time of Flight (ToF)
Security Discrete 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 Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS
SAR Value - 1.09 W/kg (body), 1.09 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
TCO Certified TCO Certified Notebooks 8 -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 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
Model Number - 14IIL 81Q8
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