Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21BS) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 16IAH7 (82SK)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21BS) and Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 16IAH7 (82SK). 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 3 (21BS) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21BS) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

impressive battery life

powerful processor options

bright display

higher price point

limited graphics performance

no OLED option

heavier than competitors

Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 16IAH7 (82SK) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 16IAH7 (82SK) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

sharp display resolution

powerful processor performance

sleek aluminum design

comfortable keyboard layout

efficient thermal management

average battery life

limited port selection

no dedicated graphics

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21BS) and Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 16IAH7 (82SK)
83 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
82 % - Design
82 % - Display
86 % - Performance
84 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21BS) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 16IAH7 (82SK) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21BS) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 16IAH7 (82SK)
Product Type Notebook - 180-degree hinge design Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.75 cm x 22.69 cm x 1.66 cm 35.6 cm x 25.1 cm x 1.69 cm
Weight 1.21 kg 1.95 kg
Case Material Aluminium (bottom), carbon fibre hybrid (top) Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom)
Colour Thunder black Storm grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21BS) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 16IAH7 (82SK)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 16" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) 2560 x 1600 (2.5K)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 120 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:10
Image Brightness 400 cd/m² 350 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle, Eyesafe technology Anti-glare, Low Blue Light technology, 170° viewing angle, DC dimming, T-CON colour calibration
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21BS) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 16IAH7 (82SK)
CPU Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 1265U / 1.8 GHz Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 12700H / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.8 GHz 4.7 GHz
Number of Cores 10-core 14-core
Cache 12 MB 24 MB
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21BS) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 16IAH7 (82SK)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR5 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 4800 MHz 4800 MHz
Rated Speed 6400 MHz 4800 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21BS) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 16IAH7 (82SK)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Union Memory 1 TB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21BS) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 16IAH7 (82SK)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel Arc A370M / Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported 3 external monitor(s) 2 external monitor(s)
Video Memory - 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - Direct X 12 Ultimate
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes - 1080p
Camera Features Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus Windows Hello, fixed focus, ToF sensor, hybrid FHD/IR camera
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio, Dolby Voice High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
Audio Features - Noise-cancellation technology
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21BS) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 16IAH7 (82SK)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 M.2 Card
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21BS) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 16IAH7 (82SK)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 57 Wh 75 Wh
Battery Life Up to 24 hours Up to 13.34 hours
Battery Run Time - Local video (1080p) playback time (150 nits): up to 13.34 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21BS) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 16IAH7 (82SK)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 5 / 9 / 15 / 20 V 135 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21BS) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 16IAH7 (82SK)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
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 T14s Gen 3 (21BS) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 16IAH7 (82SK)
Interfaces USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 2.0 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
Thunderbolt 4 (supports DisplayPort 1.4) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21BS) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 16IAH7 (82SK)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro) + Windows 11 Pro Licence Windows 11 Home - English
Software Included - Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21BS) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 16IAH7 (82SK)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Integrated Options - Hall sensor
Security Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip 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, NVMe password, USB FIDO (Fast Identity Online) device integration, Firmware Resiliency 3.0, certificate based BIOS authentication Administrator password, hard drive password, Rapid Charge Express, self-healing BIOS, Amazon Alexa Voice Assistant, Lenovo Voice Assistant (LVA)
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TCG Certified RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Hardware Solution)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
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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