Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 1 (20T0) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)

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Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 1 (20T0)
Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 1 (20T0)

Our Rating: 85 %

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 1 (20T0) and Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad S145). 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 T14s Gen 1 (20T0) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 1 (20T0) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

impressive battery life

good security features

lightweight design

average display brightness

limited graphics performance

no HDMI port

higher price point

Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

decent battery life

solid build quality

simple aesthetic

mediocre display quality

limited storage capacity

average performance

no backlit keyboard

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 1 (20T0) and Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
85 % - Design
78 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
72 % - Design
63 % - Display
45 % - Performance
65 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 1 (20T0) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 1 (20T0) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 33.88 cm x 22.58 cm x 1.61 cm 32.71 cm x 24.1 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.27 kg 1.6 kg
Case Material Magnesium alloy, carbon fibre reinforced plastic Polycarbonate ABS
Colour Black Platinum grey IMR
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 1 (20T0) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 14" - TN
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1366 x 768 (HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 400 cd/m² 220 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 72% -
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle, Low Power Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 1 (20T0) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
CPU Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 10210U / 1.6 GHz Intel Pentium Silver N5000 / 1.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 2.7 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 6 MB 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 1 (20T0) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (1 x 4 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 8 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz 2400 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz 2400 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 1 (20T0) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe) 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 1 (20T0) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics Intel UHD Graphics 605
Camera Yes - 720p Yes
Resolution - 0.3 Megapixel
Camera Features IR camera, ThinkShutter camera privacy -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 1 (20T0) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 M.2 Card
Ethernet Controller Intel I219-V -
Features Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter, dual stream (2x2) Single stream (1x1)
WWAN
Generation 4G -
Technology LTE Advanced -
Controller FIBOCOM L850-GL - M.2 Card -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 1 (20T0) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Technology Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 57 Wh 30 Wh
Battery Life Up to 21 hours Up to 5.5 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 1 (20T0) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 45 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 1 (20T0) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 1 (20T0) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Slots 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free) -
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Dock
USB 2.0
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 1 (20T0) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Home in S mode - English
Software Included - Microsoft Office (30 days trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 1 (20T0) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, smart card 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 Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
TCO Certified TCO Certified Notebooks 8 -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Limited warranty - battery - 1 year
Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number - 14IGM 81MW
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