Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 310-15ISK (80SM)

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In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) and Lenovo IdeaPad 310-15ISK (80SM). 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 Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

excellent build quality

powerful AMD processor

high-resolution display

sustainable materials used

compact and lightweight

higher price point

no HDMI port

limited upgradeability

average battery life

Lenovo IdeaPad 310-15ISK (80SM) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 310-15ISK (80SM) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

decent processor speed

ample connectivity options

responsive touchpad

lightweight design

average battery life

mediocre display quality

limited graphics performance

standard storage capacity

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) and Lenovo IdeaPad 310-15ISK (80SM)
82 % - Design
83 % - Display
85 % - Performance
84 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
69 % - Design
64 % - Display
65 % - Performance
71 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 310-15ISK (80SM) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) Lenovo IdeaPad 310-15ISK (80SM)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 29.94 cm x 19.96 cm x 1.399 cm 37.9 cm x 26 cm x 2.29 cm
Weight 1.19 kg 2.2 kg
Case Material Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom) Polycarbonate ABS
Colour Black (bottom), arctic grey (top) Ebony black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) Lenovo IdeaPad 310-15ISK (80SM)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - IPS 15.6" - TN
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) 1366 x 768 (HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:9
Image Brightness 400 cd/m² 200 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB -
Features Anti-glare, 178° viewing angle, Low Power, 91.6% screen-to-body ratio Glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) Lenovo IdeaPad 310-15ISK (80SM)
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 Pro 6650U / 2.9 GHz Intel Core i3 (6th Gen) 6100U / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.5 GHz -
Number of Cores 6-core Dual-Core
Cache 16 MB 3 MB
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) Lenovo IdeaPad 310-15ISK (80SM)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported - 12 GB
RAM Type LPDDR5 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 6400 MHz 2133 MHz
Rated Speed 6400 MHz 2133 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) Lenovo IdeaPad 310-15ISK (80SM)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe) 128 GB SSD 2.5" SATA - SK Hynix
Optical Drive - DVD-Writer
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) Lenovo IdeaPad 310-15ISK (80SM)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon 660M Intel HD Graphics 520
Max Monitors Supported 2 external monitor(s) -
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes
Resolution - 0.3 Megapixel
Camera Features IR camera, Windows Hello, e-camera shutter Fixed focus
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3306 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos High Definition Audio, Dolby Advanced Audio v2
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) Lenovo IdeaPad 310-15ISK (80SM)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 Bluetooth 4.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac
Wireless Controller Qualcomm NFA725A Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 3165 - M.2 Card
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Compliant Standards DASH -
Features Dual stream (2x2) -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) Lenovo IdeaPad 310-15ISK (80SM)
Technology Lithium polymer 2-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 51.5 Wh 30 Wh
Battery Life Up to 22.8 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) Lenovo IdeaPad 310-15ISK (80SM)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 45 Watt, 20 V, 2.25 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) Lenovo IdeaPad 310-15ISK (80SM)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, haptic feedback, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls, glass touchpad Multi-touch touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) Lenovo IdeaPad 310-15ISK (80SM)
Interfaces 2 x USB4 (supports DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.0
2 x USB 2.0
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
VGA
Memory Card Reader - 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) Lenovo IdeaPad 310-15ISK (80SM)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro - English Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English
Software Included Glance by Mirametrix -
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) Lenovo IdeaPad 310-15ISK (80SM)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Security Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip with Microsoft Pluton, fingerprint reader -
Security Slot Type - Kensington 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, USB FIDO (Fast Identity Online) device integration, pen upgradable, certificate based BIOS authentication Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password
Compliant Standards RoHS, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certification, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TCG Certified RoHS
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 8 - 95% -
Manufacturer Warranty Base warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Extended warranty - 3 years - on-site - response time: next business day
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