Lenovo ThinkPad T540p vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15AMN7 (82VG)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad T540p and Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15AMN7 (82VG). 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 T540p Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T540p based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

good performance levels

reliable security features

decent battery life

heavy and bulky

outdated design

mediocre display quality

limited graphics performance

Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15AMN7 (82VG) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15AMN7 (82VG) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

decent battery life

solid build quality

adequate connectivity options

average display quality

modest performance

limited storage capacity

no backlit keyboard

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad T540p and Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15AMN7 (82VG)
75 % - Design
63 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
74 % - Design
66 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad T540p vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15AMN7 (82VG) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T540p Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15AMN7 (82VG)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 37.6 cm x 24.8 cm x 2.77 cm 36.02 cm x 23.6 cm x 1.79 cm
Weight 2.49 kg 1.58 kg
Case Material Glass-fibre reinforced plastic Polycarbonate ABS (bottom), polycarbonate ABS (top)
Colour Black Abyss blue | Cloud grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad T540p Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15AMN7 (82VG)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 15.6" - TN
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness - 220 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad T540p Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15AMN7 (82VG)
CPU Intel Core i5 (4th Gen) 4300U / 1.9 GHz AMD Ryzen 5 7520U / 2.8 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.9 GHz 4.3 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 3 MB L3 - 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, integrated memory controller, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad T540p Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15AMN7 (82VG)
RAM 8 GB 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 16 GB -
RAM Type DDR3L SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed - 5500 MHz
Rated Speed - 5500 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 204-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad T540p Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15AMN7 (82VG)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 240 GB SSD 512 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
Optical Drive DVD-Writer removable -
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad T540p Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15AMN7 (82VG)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 4400 AMD Radeon 610M
Max Monitors Supported - 1 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, fixed focus
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3232 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Home Theater v4 High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features - Input: noise-cancellation technology
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T540p Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15AMN7 (82VG)
Wireless Bluetooth, Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller - M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation WWAN upgradable -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad T540p Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15AMN7 (82VG)
Technology Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) - 42 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 17.35 hours
Battery Run Time - Local video (1080p) playback time (150 nits): up to 17.35 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad T540p Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15AMN7 (82VG)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad T540p Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15AMN7 (82VG)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T540p Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15AMN7 (82VG)
Slots 1 x ExpressCard/34 (1 free)
M.2 Card
-
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.0
2 x USB 2.0
VGA
Mini DisplayPort
LAN
Dock
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 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) Yes (SD Card)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad T540p Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15AMN7 (82VG)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 11 Home in S mode - English
Software Included - Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad T540p Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15AMN7 (82VG)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, ThinkPad Roll Cage, 1 USB 2.0 (Always On) Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, Rapid Charge Boost, self-healing BIOS
Compliant Standards ISO 9001, ISO 14001, RoHS, ISO 27001 RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Carbon Footprint - 309 kg carbon emissions
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in
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