Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 2 (21K7) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14IGL7 (82V6)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 2 (21K7) and Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14IGL7 (82V6). 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 T16 Gen 2 (21K7) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 2 (21K7) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

powerful processor options

good battery life

reliable security features

heavier than competitors

limited color accuracy

expensive base model

noisy under load

Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14IGL7 (82V6) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14IGL7 (82V6) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

compact design

decent battery life

lightweight for portability

simple user interface

limited storage capacity

average display quality

modest processing power

fewer connectivity options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 2 (21K7) and Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14IGL7 (82V6)
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
75 % - Design
65 % - Display
45 % - Performance
65 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 2 (21K7) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14IGL7 (82V6) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 2 (21K7) Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14IGL7 (82V6)
Product Type Notebook - 180-degree hinge design Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.19 cm x 25.55 cm x 2.05 cm 32.53 cm x 21.65 cm x 1.79 cm
Weight 1.82 kg 1.3 kg
Case Material Carbon fibre hybrid (top), polyphenylene sulfide (bottom) Polycarbonate ABS (bottom), polycarbonate ABS (top)
Colour Thunder black Abyss blue
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 2 (21K7) Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14IGL7 (82V6)
Screen Size (Type) 16" - IPS 14" - TN
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 220 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 2 (21K7) Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14IGL7 (82V6)
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 Pro 7540U / 3.2 GHz Intel Celeron N4020 / 1.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.9 GHz 2.8 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core Dual-Core
Cache L3 - 16 MB 4 MB
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 2 (21K7) Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14IGL7 (82V6)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR5X SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 6400 MHz 2400 MHz
Rated Speed 6400 MHz 2400 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 2 (21K7) Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14IGL7 (82V6)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe) 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 2 (21K7) Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14IGL7 (82V6)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon 740M Intel UHD Graphics 600
Max Monitors Supported 3 external monitor(s) 1 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes - 720p
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 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features Input: Dolby Voice, 360° far-field -
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 2 (21K7) Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14IGL7 (82V6)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller AMD RZ616 M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Ethernet Controller Realtek RTL8111EPV -
Compliant Standards DASH -
Features Wake-on-LAN (WOL), dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation 4G upgradable -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 2 (21K7) Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14IGL7 (82V6)
Technology Lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 86 Wh 42 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 11 hours
Battery Run Time - Local video (1080p) playback time (150 nits): up to 11 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 2 (21K7) Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14IGL7 (82V6)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 45 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 2 (21K7) Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14IGL7 (82V6)
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 T16 Gen 2 (21K7) Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14IGL7 (82V6)
Interfaces USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
USB4 (supports DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI (4K support)
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 2.0
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (data only)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - Yes (SD Card)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 2 (21K7) Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14IGL7 (82V6)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro - English Windows 11 Home in S mode - English
Software Included Glance by Mirametrix Microsoft 365 Personal
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 2 (21K7) Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14IGL7 (82V6)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Security Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip with Microsoft Pluton, fingerprint reader, smart card 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, system password, power-on password, MIL-STD-810H tested, NVMe password, Firmware Resiliency 3.0, certificate based BIOS authentication, FIDO (Fast Identity Online) authentication Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, Rapid Charge Boost
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 6, TCG Certified, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 26, TCO Certified 9.0 RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
Carbon Footprint - 250 kg carbon emissions
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating 8 - 95% 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty Base warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Base warranty - battery - 1 year
Extended warranty - 1 year - on-site - response time: next business day
Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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