Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad L590 (20Q8)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4)
Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4)

Our Rating: 78 %

Lenovo ThinkPad L590 (20Q8)
Lenovo ThinkPad L590 (20Q8)

Our Rating: 75 %

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) and Lenovo ThinkPad L590 (20Q8). 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 T590 (20N4) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

impressive battery life

solid performance

good security features

heavier than competitors

average display brightness

limited graphics power

noisy under load

Lenovo ThinkPad L590 (20Q8) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad L590 (20Q8) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

good battery life

adequate performance level

reliable security features

mediocre display quality

heavy and bulky

limited graphics capability

no thunderbolt support

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) and Lenovo ThinkPad L590 (20Q8)
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
74 % - Design
66 % - Display
72 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad L590 (20Q8) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) Lenovo ThinkPad L590 (20Q8)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.58 cm x 24.8 cm x 1.91 cm 37.65 cm x 25.45 cm x 2.295 cm
Weight 1.75 kg 2.03 kg
Case Material Glass-fibre, polyphenylene sulfide, polyamide Polycarbonate ABS
Colour Black Black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) Lenovo ThinkPad L590 (20Q8)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 15.6" - TN
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution - 1366 x 768 (HD)
Widescreen - Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:9
Image Brightness - 220 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45%
Features - Anti-glare, 90° viewing angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) Lenovo ThinkPad L590 (20Q8)
CPU No CPU Intel Core i3 (8th Gen) 8145U / 2.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 3.9 GHz
Number of Cores - Dual-Core
Cache - 4 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) Lenovo ThinkPad L590 (20Q8)
RAM 0 GB 4 GB (1 x 4 GB)
Max RAM Supported 48 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 2400 MHz
Rated Speed - 2666 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 2
Empty Slots 1 1
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) Lenovo ThinkPad L590 (20Q8)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) - 128 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - Toshiba
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) Lenovo ThinkPad L590 (20Q8)
Graphics Processor (GPU) - Intel UHD Graphics 620
Camera - Yes - 720p
Camera Features - ThinkShutter camera privacy
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium High Definition Audio, Dolby Advanced Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) Lenovo ThinkPad L590 (20Q8)
Wireless - 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller - Intel Wireless-AC 9260 - M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) Lenovo ThinkPad L590 (20Q8)
Technology Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 57 Wh 45 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 12 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) Lenovo ThinkPad L590 (20Q8)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) Lenovo ThinkPad L590 (20Q8)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) Lenovo ThinkPad L590 (20Q8)
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)
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock
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 DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock
USB 3.1 Gen 1
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) Lenovo ThinkPad L590 (20Q8)
Operating System (OS) No operating system Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) Lenovo ThinkPad L590 (20Q8)
Dockable Yes Yes
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold EPEAT Silver
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