Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15IJL7 (82LX)

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Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN)
Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN)

Our Rating: 85 %

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) and Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15IJL7 (82LX). Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

impressive battery life

strong security features

lightweight design

average display brightness

limited graphics performance

no HDMI port

higher price point

Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15IJL7 (82LX) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15IJL7 (82LX) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

decent battery life

solid build quality

adequate connectivity options

mediocre display quality

limited storage capacity

basic graphics performance

slower processor speed

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) and Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15IJL7 (82LX)
82 % - Design
83 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
72 % - Design
63 % - Display
65 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15IJL7 (82LX) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15IJL7 (82LX)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.75 cm x 22.44 cm x 1.681 cm 36.02 cm x 23.6 cm x 1.79 cm
Weight 1.36 kg 1.45 kg
Case Material Aluminum, magnesium alloy, carbon fibre hybrid Polycarbonate ABS
Colour Villi black Abyss blue
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15IJL7 (82LX)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 15.6" - TN
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) -
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 300 cd/m² 220 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, on-cell touch technology, 170° viewing angle Anti-glare, 90° viewing angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15IJL7 (82LX)
CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz Intel Celeron N5100 / 1.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 2.8 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 8 MB L3 - 4 MB
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15IJL7 (82LX)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 4266 MHz 2933 MHz
Rated Speed 4266 MHz 2933 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15IJL7 (82LX)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption, NVM Express (NVMe) - Samsung 128 GB eMMC - eMMC 5.1
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15IJL7 (82LX)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel UHD Graphics
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) -
Max Monitors Supported 3 external monitor(s) 1 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features Privacy shutter, fixed focus Privacy shutter, fixed focus
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15IJL7 (82LX)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 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 -
Features Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter -
WWAN
Generation 4G -
Technology LTE -
Controller Quectel EM120R-GL - M.2 Card -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15IJL7 (82LX)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer 3-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 57 Wh 42 Wh
Battery Life Up to 23.6 hours Up to 11 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15IJL7 (82LX)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 45 Watt, 20 V, 2.25 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15IJL7 (82LX)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15IJL7 (82LX)
Slots 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free) -
Interfaces USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock (combined dual USB-C and ethernet side connection)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (data only)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 2.0
USB 3.2 Gen 1
Memory Card Reader - 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15IJL7 (82LX)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 11 Home in S mode - English
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15IJL7 (82LX)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Security Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington nano 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 Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, Rapid Charge Boost
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 -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating 8 - 95% 8 - 95%
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