Lenovo ThinkPad T480s vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G2 ITL (20VE)

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Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G2 ITL (20VE)
Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G2 ITL (20VE)

Our Rating: 78 %

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad T480s and Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G2 ITL (20VE). 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 T480s Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T480s 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

reliable performance

mediocre display quality

limited graphics power

heavier than competitors

noisy under load

Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G2 ITL (20VE) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G2 ITL (20VE) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

efficient intel processors

affordable price point

ample connectivity options

decent battery life

average display quality

modest graphics performance

heavier design

limited upgradeability

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad T480s and Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G2 ITL (20VE)
81 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
78 % - Battery
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad T480s vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G2 ITL (20VE) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T480s Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G2 ITL (20VE)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) - 35.7 cm x 23.5 cm x 1.89 cm
Weight - 1.7 kg
Case Material - Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS
Colour - Dual tone mineral grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad T480s Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G2 ITL (20VE)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 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 - 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features - Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad T480s Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G2 ITL (20VE)
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) Intel Core i3 (11th Gen) 1115G4 / 3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 4.1 GHz
Number of Cores - Dual-Core
Cache - 6 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad T480s Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G2 ITL (20VE)
RAM 8 GB 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported - 36 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 3200 MHz
Rated Speed - 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad T480s Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G2 ITL (20VE)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad T480s Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G2 ITL (20VE)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics Intel UHD Graphics
Camera Yes Yes - 720p
Camera Features - Fixed focus, ThinkShutter camera privacy
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T480s Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G2 ITL (20VE)
Wireless Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller - Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 - M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad T480s Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G2 ITL (20VE)
Technology - Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) - 45 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 6 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad T480s Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G2 ITL (20VE)
Input - AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad T480s Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G2 ITL (20VE)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features - Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T480s Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G2 ITL (20VE)
Slots - 2 x M.2 Card (1 free)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
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
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad T480s Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G2 ITL (20VE)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - German
Software Included - Microsoft Office (30 days trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad T480s Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G2 ITL (20VE)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, 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, hard drive password, power-on password, Rapid Charge Pro
Compliant Standards ISO 9001, ISO 14001, MIL-STD 810G, BS 8887, ISO 45001, ISO 8887 RoHS, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certification, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
SAR Value - 0.29 W/kg (body), 0.29 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Silver
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - replacement - 1 year Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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