Lenovo ThinkPad L490 (20Q5) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14ABA7 (82SE)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad L490 (20Q5) and Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14ABA7 (82SE). 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 L490 (20Q5) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad L490 (20Q5) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

good security features

decent battery life

solid performance

average display quality

heavier design

limited graphics power

no thunderbolt support

Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14ABA7 (82SE) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14ABA7 (82SE) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

efficient amd processor

sleek modern design

lightweight and portable

affordable price point

decent battery life

average display quality

limited upgradeability

no thunderbolt support

modest graphics performance

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad L490 (20Q5) and Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14ABA7 (82SE)
74 % - Design
65 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad L490 (20Q5) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14ABA7 (82SE) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L490 (20Q5) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14ABA7 (82SE)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 33.5 cm x 23.5 cm x 2.25 cm 32.169 cm x 21.184 cm x 1.79 cm
Weight 1.69 kg 1.38 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS Aluminium (top), polycarbonate ABS (bottom)
Colour Black Abyss blue | Storm grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad L490 (20Q5) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14ABA7 (82SE)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 14" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology 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% 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad L490 (20Q5) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14ABA7 (82SE)
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8265U / 1.6 GHz AMD Ryzen 5 5625U / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.9 GHz 4.3 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 6-core
Cache 6 MB L3 - 16 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad L490 (20Q5) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14ABA7 (82SE)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad L490 (20Q5) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14ABA7 (82SE)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x2 - TCG Opal Encryption - Samsung 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad L490 (20Q5) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14ABA7 (82SE)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 AMD Radeon Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 2 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 1080p
Camera Features 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 Advanced Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features - Input: noise-cancellation technology
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L490 (20Q5) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14ABA7 (82SE)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 9260 - M.2 Card M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation 4G -
Technology LTE -
Controller FIBOCOM L830-EB - M.2 Card -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad L490 (20Q5) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14ABA7 (82SE)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 45 Wh 56.5 Wh
Battery Life Up to 12 hours Up to 15.1 hours
Battery Run Time - Local video (1080p) playback time (150 nits): up to 15.1 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad L490 (20Q5) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14ABA7 (82SE)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad L490 (20Q5) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14ABA7 (82SE)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L490 (20Q5) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14ABA7 (82SE)
Slots 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free) -
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort 1.2 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad L490 (20Q5) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14ABA7 (82SE)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 11 Home - English
Software Included - Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad L490 (20Q5) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14ABA7 (82SE)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter USB-C power adapter
Integrated Options - Hall sensor
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint 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-810G tested Administrator password, hard drive password, MIL-STD-810H tested, Rapid Charge Boost, self-healing BIOS
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 6, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 26
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Silver -
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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