Lenovo ThinkPad T480s vs. Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 4 (21FG)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad T480s and Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 4 (21FG). With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare dimensions, performance, storage, functions, but also other key features of both laptops and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the laptop that best fits your needs and expectations.

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 ThinkPad L13 Gen 4 (21FG) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 4 (21FG) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

good battery life

reliable performance

compact and portable

average display brightness

limited graphics power

no thunderbolt support

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad T480s and Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 4 (21FG)
81 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
78 % - Battery
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad T480s vs. Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 4 (21FG) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T480s Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 4 (21FG)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) - 30.5 cm x 21.8 cm x 1.723 cm
Weight - 1.26 kg
Case Material - Aluminium (top), glass-fibre reinforced plastic (bottom)
Colour - Thunder black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad T480s Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 4 (21FG)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 13.3" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness - 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features - Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad T480s Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 4 (21FG)
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) Intel Core i5 (13th Gen) 1335U / 1.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 4.6 GHz
Number of Cores - 10-core
Cache - 12 MB
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad T480s Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 4 (21FG)
RAM 8 GB 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed - 4800 MHz
Rated Speed - 4800 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad T480s Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 4 (21FG)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad T480s Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 4 (21FG)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 3 external monitor(s)
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes Yes - 1080p
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, Windows Hello, fixed focus, hybrid FHD/IR camera
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium
Audio Features - Input: Dolby Voice
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T480s Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 4 (21FG)
Wireless Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller - Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation - 4G upgradable
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad T480s Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 4 (21FG)
Technology - Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) - 46 Wh
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad T480s Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 4 (21FG)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad T480s Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 4 (21FG)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features - Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T480s Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 4 (21FG)
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 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI (4K support)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad T480s Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 4 (21FG)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro Windows 11 Pro - English
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad T480s Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 4 (21FG)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader
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
Compliant Standards ISO 9001, ISO 14001, MIL-STD 810G, BS 8887, ISO 45001, ISO 8887 RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 6, TCG Certified, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 26, TCO Certified 9.0
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - replacement - 1 year Base warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Extended warranty - 1 year - on-site - response time: next business day
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