Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C7) vs. Lenovo Yoga Slim 6 14IAP8 (82WU)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C7) and Lenovo Yoga Slim 6 14IAP8 (82WU). 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 3 (21C7) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C7) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

good battery life

adequate performance level

reliable security features

average display quality

limited graphics power

heavier than competitors

no thunderbolt support

Lenovo Yoga Slim 6 14IAP8 (82WU) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo Yoga Slim 6 14IAP8 (82WU) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

impressive battery life

lightweight and portable

vivid display quality

fast charging support

competitive price point

limited port selection

average speaker quality

no dedicated GPU

modest storage capacity

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C7) and Lenovo Yoga Slim 6 14IAP8 (82WU)
86 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
82 % - Design
83 % - Display
84 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C7) vs. Lenovo Yoga Slim 6 14IAP8 (82WU) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C7) Lenovo Yoga Slim 6 14IAP8 (82WU)
Product Type Notebook - 180-degree hinge design Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.02 cm x 23.7 cm x 1.993 cm 31.2 cm x 22.1 cm x 1.49 cm
Weight 1.76 kg 1.35 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS (bottom), polycarbonate ABS (top) Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom)
Colour Thunder black Storm grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C7) Lenovo Yoga Slim 6 14IAP8 (82WU)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 14" - IPS
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 2240 x 1400 (2.2K)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, Eyesafe technology, Dolby Vision, 85° viewing angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C7) Lenovo Yoga Slim 6 14IAP8 (82WU)
CPU AMD Ryzen 3 Pro 5475U / 2.7 GHz Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1240P / 1.7 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.1 GHz 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 12-core
Cache L3 - 8 MB 12 MB
Platform Technology - Intel Evo
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C7) Lenovo Yoga Slim 6 14IAP8 (82WU)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 8 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 L15 Gen 3 (21C7) Lenovo Yoga Slim 6 14IAP8 (82WU)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C7) Lenovo Yoga Slim 6 14IAP8 (82WU)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported 3 external monitor(s) 2 external monitor(s)
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes - 720p
Camera Features Privacy shutter, Windows Hello, fixed focus, hybrid FHD/IR camera Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus, ToF sensor
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
Audio Features Input: Dolby Voice, far-field Input: noise-cancellation technology
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C7) Lenovo Yoga Slim 6 14IAP8 (82WU)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller AMD RZ616 - M.2 Card M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Ethernet Controller Realtek RTL8111EPV -
Compliant Standards DASH -
Features Wake-on-LAN (WOL), dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C7) Lenovo Yoga Slim 6 14IAP8 (82WU)
Technology Lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 57 Wh 65 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 14.7 hours
Battery Run Time - Local video (1080p) playback time (150 nits): up to 14.7 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C7) Lenovo Yoga Slim 6 14IAP8 (82WU)
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 3 (21C7) Lenovo Yoga Slim 6 14IAP8 (82WU)
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, glass touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C7) Lenovo Yoga Slim 6 14IAP8 (82WU)
Interfaces USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
HDMI (4K support)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI (4K support)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C7) Lenovo Yoga Slim 6 14IAP8 (82WU)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro) + Windows 11 Pro Licence - English / Portuguese Windows 11 Home - English
Software Included Glance by Mirametrix Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C7) Lenovo Yoga Slim 6 14IAP8 (82WU)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter USB-C power adapter
Integrated Options - Ambient light sensor, hall sensor
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 nano security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password Administrator password, hard drive password, MIL-STD-810H tested, Rapid Charge Express, self-healing BIOS
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TCG Certified RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 6, TUV Rheinland Flicker Free Certification, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 26, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Hardware Solution)
Carbon Footprint 236 kg carbon emissions -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating 8 - 95% 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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