Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 2 (21A0) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 2 (20YV)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 2 (21A0) and Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 2 (20YV). With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare dimensions, performance, storage, functions, but also other key features of both laptops and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the laptop that best fits your needs and expectations.

Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 2 (21A0) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 2 (21A0) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

good battery life

powerful CPU performance

reliable security features

heavy for portability

average display brightness

limited graphics power

noisy under load

Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 2 (20YV) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 2 (20YV) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful intel processors

high-resolution display

robust build quality

extensive connectivity options

ISV certifications

heavy and bulky

expensive base model

average battery life

loud under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 2 (21A0) and Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 2 (20YV)
81 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
82 % - Design
83 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 2 (21A0) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 2 (20YV) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 2 (21A0) Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 2 (20YV)
Product Type Mobile workstation Mobile workstation
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.9 cm x 22.7 cm x 1.79 cm 41.544 cm x 28.081 cm x 3.245 cm
Weight 1.55 kg 3.564 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS, glass-fibre, magnesium alloy, polyphenylene sulfide, polyamide, Talc15 Glass-fibre, polyphenylene sulfide, polyamide
Colour Black Black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 2 (21A0) Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 2 (20YV)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 17.3" - 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 300 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle, DC dimmer Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 2 (21A0) Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 2 (20YV)
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 Pro 5650U / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i7 (11th Gen) 11850H / 2.5 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 4.8 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core 8-core
Cache L3 - 16 MB 24 MB
Chipset - Intel WM590
Platform Technology AMD PRO -
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 2 (21A0) Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 2 (20YV)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 48 GB 128 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC
Speed 3200 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 3200 MHz 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 4
Empty Slots 1 2
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 2 (21A0) Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 2 (20YV)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Samsung
RAID Level - RAID 0, RAID 1
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 2 (21A0) Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 2 (20YV)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Graphics NVIDIA RTX A2000 / Intel UHD Graphics
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) -
Max Monitors Supported 3 external monitor(s) 4 external monitor(s)
Video Memory - 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features Privacy shutter, Windows Hello, fixed focus Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 Realtek ALC3306
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 2 (21A0) Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 2 (20YV)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller MediaTek MT7921 Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 210 - M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Realtek RTL8111H -
Features Wake-on-LAN (WOL), dual stream (2x2) Wake-on-LAN (WOL)
WWAN
Generation WWAN upgradable -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 2 (21A0) Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 2 (20YV)
Technology Lithium polymer 6-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 50 Wh 94 Wh
Battery Life Up to 15.8 hours Up to 11 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 2 (21A0) Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 2 (20YV)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 170 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 2 (21A0) Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 2 (20YV)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes 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 P14s Gen 2 (21A0) Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 2 (20YV)
Slots - 3 x M.2 Card (2 free)
Interfaces USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
Dock
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (SD Card)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 2 (21A0) Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 2 (20YV)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 2 (21A0) Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 2 (20YV)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Security Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint 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, power-on password, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password Administrator password, power-on password, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS, TCG Certified
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 - 3 years - pick-up and return
Limited warranty - battery - 1 year
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