Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 1 (21CJ) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15ABA7 (82SG)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 1 (21CJ) and Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15ABA7 (82SG). 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 T16 Gen 1 (21CJ) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 1 (21CJ) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

impressive battery life

good security features

solid processor performance

heavier than competitors

limited color accuracy

basic graphics power

premium price tag

Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15ABA7 (82SG) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15ABA7 (82SG) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

efficient amd processor

solid build quality

comfortable keyboard layout

affordable price point

decent battery life

average display quality

limited upgradeability

no thunderbolt support

mediocre speaker performance

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 1 (21CJ) and Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15ABA7 (82SG)
86 % - Design
85 % - Display
84 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
76 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 1 (21CJ) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15ABA7 (82SG) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 1 (21CJ) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15ABA7 (82SG)
Product Type Notebook - 180-degree hinge design Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.19 cm x 25.55 cm x 2.05 cm 35.667 cm x 23.313 cm x 1.69 cm
Weight 1.81 kg 1.85 kg
Case Material Carbon fibre (top), glass-fibre (top), polycarbonate (top), polyphenylene sulfide (bottom) Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom)
Colour Thunder black Abyss blue | Cloud grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 1 (21CJ) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15ABA7 (82SG)
Screen Size (Type) 16" - IPS 15.6" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:9
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, on-cell touch technology, 85° viewing angle Anti-glare, ±85° horizontal viewing angle, ±85° vertical viewing angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 1 (21CJ) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15ABA7 (82SG)
CPU AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 6850U / 2.7 GHz AMD Ryzen 5 5625U / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.7 GHz 4.3 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core 6-core
Cache L3 - 16 MB L3 - 16 MB
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 1 (21CJ) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15ABA7 (82SG)
RAM 32 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR5 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 6400 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 6400 MHz 3200 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 1 (21CJ) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15ABA7 (82SG)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption, Performance - Samsung 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 1 (21CJ) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15ABA7 (82SG)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon 680M AMD Radeon Graphics
Max Monitors Supported 3 external monitor(s) 2 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes - 1080p
Camera Features Privacy shutter, Windows Hello, fixed focus, hybrid FHD/IR camera Privacy shutter, fixed focus
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 Input: Dolby Voice, far-field Input: noise-cancellation technology
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 1 (21CJ) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15ABA7 (82SG)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller Qualcomm NFA725A M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features Wake-on-LAN (WOL) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 1 (21CJ) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15ABA7 (82SG)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 52.5 Wh 76 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 16.7 hours
Battery Run Time - Local video (1080p) playback time (150 nits): up to 16.7 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 1 (21CJ) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15ABA7 (82SG)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 1 (21CJ) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15ABA7 (82SG)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes 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 T16 Gen 1 (21CJ) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15ABA7 (82SG)
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 (4K support)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort 1.2 Alt Mode) (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 T16 Gen 1 (21CJ) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15ABA7 (82SG)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro Windows 11 Pro - English
Software Included - Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 1 (21CJ) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15ABA7 (82SG)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter USB-C power adapter
Integrated Options - Hall sensor
Security Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip with Microsoft Pluton, fingerprint reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features Administrator password, system password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password, certificate based BIOS authentication, FIDO (Fast Identity Online) authentication Administrator password, hard drive password, MIL-STD-810H tested, Rapid Charge Boost, self-healing BIOS
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TCG Certified, TCO Certified 9.0 RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Software Solution)
Carbon Footprint 233 kg carbon emissions (EU) -
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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