Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XL) vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G3 ACN (20YA)

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

Our Rating: 85 %

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XL) and Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G3 ACN (20YA). 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 T14 Gen 2 (20XL) Review

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

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

impressive security features

good battery life

solid performance

heavier than competitors

modest display brightness

limited graphics power

higher price point

Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G3 ACN (20YA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G3 ACN (20YA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight design

fast ssd storage

sharp display resolution

good battery life

affordable price

average graphics performance

limited port selection

no touchscreen option

modest speaker quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XL) and Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G3 ACN (20YA)
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
82 % - Design
84 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XL) vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G3 ACN (20YA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XL) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G3 ACN (20YA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.9 cm x 22.7 cm x 1.79 cm 29.9 cm x 21 cm x 1.49 cm
Weight 1.55 kg 1.26 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS, glass-fibre, magnesium alloy, polyphenylene sulfide, polyamide, Talc15 Aluminum
Colour Black Dual tone mineral grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XL) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G3 ACN (20YA)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 13.3" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle, Dolby Vision
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XL) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G3 ACN (20YA)
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 Pro 5650U / 2.3 GHz AMD Ryzen 5 5600U / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 4.2 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core 6-core
Cache 16 MB L3 - 16 MB
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XL) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G3 ACN (20YA)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 40 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR4X SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 4266 MHz
Rated Speed 3200 MHz 4266 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XL) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G3 ACN (20YA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption, NVM Express (NVMe) - Samsung 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XL) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G3 ACN (20YA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Graphics AMD Radeon Graphics
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) Shared Video Memory (UMA)
Max Monitors Supported 3 external monitor(s) 2 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features Privacy shutter Fixed focus, 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 High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features - Harman audio technology
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XL) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G3 ACN (20YA)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2
Wireless Controller Realtek RTL8852AE M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Ethernet Controller Realtek RTL8111H-CG -
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XL) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G3 ACN (20YA)
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 50 Wh 56 Wh
Battery Life Up to 16.9 hours Up to 12.3 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XL) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G3 ACN (20YA)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XL) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G3 ACN (20YA)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XL) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G3 ACN (20YA)
Interfaces USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XL) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G3 ACN (20YA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English
Software Included - Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XL) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G3 ACN (20YA)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington nano 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, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge
Compliant Standards RoHS, TCG Certified RoHS, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certification, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
TCO Certified 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 - Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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