Lenovo V130-15IKB (81HN) vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (20SM)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
Lenovo V130-15IKB (81HN)
Lenovo V130-15IKB (81HN)

Our Rating: 72 %

Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (20SM)
Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (20SM)

Our Rating: 75 %

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo V130-15IKB (81HN) and Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (20SM). 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 V130-15IKB (81HN) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo V130-15IKB (81HN) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

decent processor performance

anti-glare display

180-degree hinge design

adequate connectivity options

average battery life

basic graphics capability

no backlit keyboard

limited storage capacity

Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (20SM) Review

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

affordable price point

solid build quality

decent battery life

good processor performance

adequate storage options

average display quality

limited graphics capability

no thunderbolt support

heavier design

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo V130-15IKB (81HN) and Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (20SM)
72 % - Design
63 % - Display
65 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
78 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
78 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo V130-15IKB (81HN) vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (20SM) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo V130-15IKB (81HN) Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (20SM)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 37.5 cm x 25.3 cm x 2.23 cm 36.4 cm x 24.5 cm x 1.89 cm
Weight 1.8 kg 1.8 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS
Colour Iron grey Mineral grey
DISPLAY Lenovo V130-15IKB (81HN) Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (20SM)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - TN 15.6" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight 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 250 cd/m²
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo V130-15IKB (81HN) Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (20SM)
CPU Intel Celeron 3867U / 1.8 GHz Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 1035G1 / 1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 3.6 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 2 MB 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo V130-15IKB (81HN) Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (20SM)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 12 GB 16 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2133 MHz 2666 MHz
Rated Speed 2133 MHz 2666 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 1
Empty Slots 1 0
STORAGE Lenovo V130-15IKB (81HN) Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (20SM)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe)
Optical Drive DVD-Writer - tray -
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo V130-15IKB (81HN) Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (20SM)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 610 Intel UHD Graphics
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features - ThinkShutter camera privacy
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards Dolby Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo V130-15IKB (81HN) Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (20SM)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Wireless Controller M.2 Card M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo V130-15IKB (81HN) Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (20SM)
Technology 2-cell Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 30 Wh 45 Wh
Battery Life Up to 6 hours Up to 9 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo V130-15IKB (81HN) Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (20SM)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo V130-15IKB (81HN) Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (20SM)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo V130-15IKB (81HN) Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (20SM)
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.0
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 2.0
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE Lenovo V130-15IKB (81HN) Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (20SM)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - Danish / English / Finnish / Norwegian / Swedish Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - French
Software Included Lenovo Companion, Lenovo Settings, McAfee LiveSafe (30 days trial) Microsoft Office (30 days trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo V130-15IKB (81HN) Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (20SM)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington mini 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 Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
SAR Value 0.443 W/kg (body), 0.443 W/kg (limb) -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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