Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XL) vs. Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra

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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 Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra. 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

Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

high-resolution display

powerful processor performance

lightweight design

ample storage capacity

advanced graphics capabilities

higher price point

limited port selection

average battery life

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XL) and Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
82 % - Design
86 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XL) vs. Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XL) Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.9 cm x 22.7 cm x 1.79 cm 35.54 cm x 25.04 cm x 1.65 cm
Weight 1.55 kg 1.79 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS, glass-fibre, magnesium alloy, polyphenylene sulfide, polyamide, Talc15 Aluminum
Colour Black Graphite
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XL) Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 16" - AMOLED
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 2880 x 1800 (WQXGA+)
Pixel Density (ppi) - 212
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 120 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 500 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 120% DCI-P3
Colour Support - 16 million colours
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle HDR 500 True Black, 0.2 ms response rate, Eye Caring, gaming performance
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XL) Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 Pro 5650U / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i7 (13th Gen) 13700H / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 5 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core 14-core
Cache 16 MB L3 - 24 MB
Platform Technology - Intel Evo
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost)
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XL) Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 40 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 6000 MHz
Rated Speed 3200 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XL) Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption, NVM Express (NVMe) - Samsung 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XL) Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) -
Max Monitors Supported 3 external monitor(s) -
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 1080p
Camera Features Privacy shutter Auto framing
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone AKG stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Dolby Atmos
Audio Features - Output: Smart Amp
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XL) Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Realtek RTL8852AE -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Ethernet Controller Realtek RTL8111H-CG -
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XL) Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer -
Battery Capacity (Size) 50 Wh 76 Wh
Battery Life Up to 16.9 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XL) Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 65 Watt 100 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XL) Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, ClickPad
Keyboard Name - Pro keyboard
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls Backlit
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XL) Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra
Slots - SSD (1 free)
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
HDMI
USB 3.2
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x Thunderbolt 4
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XL) Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 11 Home
Software Included - Samsung Recovery Solution, Samsung Update, Samsung Settings, Samsung Gallery, Studio Plus, Samsung Flow, Live Wallpaper, Quick Search, Samsung Notes, Screen Recorder, Galaxy Book Smart Switch, Quick Share, Samsung Pass, Second Screen, Private Share, Galaxy Book Experience
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XL) Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter 100W USB-C power adapter
Integrated Options - Ambient light sensor
Security Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington 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 -
Compliant Standards RoHS, TCG Certified IEC 61960
SAR Value - 0.232 W/kg (limb), 0.232 W/kg (body)
ENERGY STAR Certified 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 - Limited warranty - 2 years
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