Lenovo V17 G3 IAP (82U1) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 4 (21H3)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo V17 G3 IAP (82U1) and Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 4 (21H3). 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 V17 G3 IAP (82U1) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo V17 G3 IAP (82U1) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price point

large display screen

adequate connectivity options

decent processor performance

solid build quality

average battery life

mediocre graphics card

limited upgradeability

heavier design

Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 4 (21H3) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 4 (21H3) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust connectivity options

supports fast charging

dedicated nvidia gpu

upgradeable ram and storage

solid build quality

average battery capacity

basic 250-nit display

limited cpu performance

no fingerprint reader

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo V17 G3 IAP (82U1) and Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 4 (21H3)
75 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
83 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo V17 G3 IAP (82U1) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 4 (21H3) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo V17 G3 IAP (82U1) Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 4 (21H3)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 39.9 cm x 27.4 cm x 1.99 cm 36.02 cm x 23.7 cm x 1.993 cm
Weight 2.2 kg 1.77 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS (bottom), polycarbonate ABS (top) Polycarbonate ABS (bottom), polycarbonate ABS (top)
Colour Iron grey Thunder black
DISPLAY Lenovo V17 G3 IAP (82U1) Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 4 (21H3)
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" - IPS 15.6" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 72% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo V17 G3 IAP (82U1) Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 4 (21H3)
CPU Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1235U / 1.3 GHz Intel Core i5 (13th Gen) 1335U / 1.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.4 GHz 4.6 GHz
Number of Cores 10-core 10-core
Cache 12 MB 12 MB
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo V17 G3 IAP (82U1) Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 4 (21H3)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (1 x 16 GB)
Max RAM Supported 16 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 3200 MHz 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 2
Empty Slots 1 1
STORAGE Lenovo V17 G3 IAP (82U1) Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 4 (21H3)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo V17 G3 IAP (82U1) Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 4 (21H3)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported 2 external monitor(s) 3 external monitor(s)
Video System Features Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory) Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 1080p
Camera Features Privacy shutter, fixed focus Privacy shutter, Windows Hello, fixed focus, hybrid FHD/IR camera
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features Output: noise-cancellation technology Input: Dolby Voice, far-field
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo V17 G3 IAP (82U1) Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 4 (21H3)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 802.11a/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
Ethernet Controller - Intel I219-V
Features Dual stream (2x2) Wake-on-LAN (WOL), dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation - 4G upgradable
BATTERY Lenovo V17 G3 IAP (82U1) Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 4 (21H3)
Technology Lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 45 Wh 57 Wh
Battery Life Up to 8.1 hours -
Battery Run Time Local video (1080p) playback time (150 nits): up to 8.1 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo V17 G3 IAP (82U1) Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 4 (21H3)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo V17 G3 IAP (82U1) Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 4 (21H3)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo V17 G3 IAP (82U1) Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 4 (21H3)
Interfaces USB 2.0
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort 1.2 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI (4K support)
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo V17 G3 IAP (82U1) Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 4 (21H3)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro - English Windows 11 Pro - English
Software Included Microsoft Office (Trial) -
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo V17 G3 IAP (82U1) Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 4 (21H3)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader
Security Slot Type - Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, self-healing BIOS Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Software Solution) RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 6, TCG Certified, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 26, TCO Certified 9.0
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating 8 - 95% 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in Base warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Extended warranty - 1 year - on-site - response time: next business day
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