Lenovo V130-15IKB (81HN) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20TE)

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Lenovo V130-15IKB (81HN)
Lenovo V130-15IKB (81HN)

Our Rating: 72 %

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo V130-15IKB (81HN) and Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20TE). 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 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 ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20TE) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20TE) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

good security features

decent battery life

affordable price point

average display quality

modest graphics performance

no thunderbolt support

heavier design

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo V130-15IKB (81HN) and Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20TE)
72 % - Design
63 % - Display
65 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
83 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo V130-15IKB (81HN) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20TE) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo V130-15IKB (81HN) Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20TE)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 37.5 cm x 25.3 cm x 2.23 cm 36.5 cm x 24 cm x 1.89 cm
Weight 1.8 kg 1.7 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS Aluminium (top), polycarbonate ABS (bottom)
Colour Iron grey Black
DISPLAY Lenovo V130-15IKB (81HN) Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20TE)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - TN 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 220 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, 90° viewing angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo V130-15IKB (81HN) Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20TE)
CPU Intel Celeron 3867U / 1.8 GHz Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 4.2 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 2 MB 8 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo V130-15IKB (81HN) Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20TE)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 12 GB 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2133 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 2133 MHz 3200 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 ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20TE)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x4 - Samsung
Optical Drive DVD-Writer - tray -
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo V130-15IKB (81HN) Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20TE)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 610 NVIDIA GeForce MX450 / Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 2 external monitor(s)
Video Memory - 2 GB GDDR5 SDRAM
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, fixed focus
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards Dolby Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features - Harman audio technology
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo V130-15IKB (81HN) Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20TE)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller M.2 Card Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 - M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Realtek RTL8111H-CG
Features - Wake-on-LAN (WOL), dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo V130-15IKB (81HN) Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20TE)
Technology 2-cell Lithium Ion 3-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 30 Wh 45 Wh
Battery Life Up to 6 hours Up to 10.8 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo V130-15IKB (81HN) Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20TE)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo V130-15IKB (81HN) Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20TE)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo V130-15IKB (81HN) Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20TE)
Slots - 1 x M.2 (PCI Express 3.0 x4) (1 free)
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.0
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 2.0
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo V130-15IKB (81HN) Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20TE)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - Danish / English / Finnish / Norwegian / Swedish Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
Software Included Lenovo Companion, Lenovo Settings, McAfee LiveSafe (30 days trial) -
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo V130-15IKB (81HN) Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20TE)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C 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-810H tested, self-healing BIOS
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certification, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TCG Certified
SAR Value 0.443 W/kg (body), 0.443 W/kg (limb) -
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 Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return -
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