Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 1 (20T0) vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 15p IMH (20V3)

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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 ThinkBook 15p IMH (20V3). 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 ThinkBook 15p IMH (20V3) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkBook 15p IMH (20V3) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful i7 processor

vivid 4K display

robust aluminum chassis

ample connectivity options

decent thermal management

heavier than competitors

average battery life

limited upgradeability

premium price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 1 (20T0) and Lenovo ThinkBook 15p IMH (20V3)
85 % - Design
78 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
81 % - Design
84 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 1 (20T0) vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 15p IMH (20V3) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 1 (20T0) Lenovo ThinkBook 15p IMH (20V3)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 33.88 cm x 22.58 cm x 1.61 cm 35.9 cm x 24.95 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.27 kg 1.9 kg
Case Material Magnesium alloy, carbon fibre reinforced plastic Aluminum
Colour Black Mineral grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 1 (20T0) Lenovo ThinkBook 15p IMH (20V3)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 15.6" - 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 400 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 72% 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle, Low Power Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 1 (20T0) Lenovo ThinkBook 15p IMH (20V3)
CPU Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 10210U / 1.6 GHz Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 10300H / 2.5 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 4.5 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 6 MB 8 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Chipset - Intel HM470
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 1 (20T0) Lenovo ThinkBook 15p IMH (20V3)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz 2933 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz 2933 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 2
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 1 (20T0) Lenovo ThinkBook 15p IMH (20V3)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 1 (20T0) Lenovo ThinkBook 15p IMH (20V3)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 / Intel UHD Graphics
Video Memory - 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - Max-Q design
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features IR camera, ThinkShutter camera privacy 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 T14s Gen 1 (20T0) Lenovo ThinkBook 15p IMH (20V3)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 - M.2 Card
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Intel I219-V -
Features Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter, dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation 4G -
Technology LTE Advanced -
Controller FIBOCOM L850-GL - M.2 Card -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 1 (20T0) Lenovo ThinkBook 15p IMH (20V3)
Technology Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 57 Wh 57 Wh
Battery Life Up to 21 hours Up to 10.9 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 1 (20T0) Lenovo ThinkBook 15p IMH (20V3)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 135 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 1 (20T0) Lenovo ThinkBook 15p IMH (20V3)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 1 (20T0) Lenovo ThinkBook 15p IMH (20V3)
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-C 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
LAN
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 ThinkBook 15p IMH (20V3)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English
Software Included - Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 1 (20T0) Lenovo ThinkBook 15p IMH (20V3)
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, fingerprint reader
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 Hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge
Compliant Standards RoHS 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 -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Limited warranty - battery - 1 year
Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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