Lenovo V340-17IWL (Lenovo V340) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 (21HD)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo V340-17IWL (Lenovo V340) and Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 (21HD). 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 V340-17IWL (Lenovo V340) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo V340-17IWL (Lenovo V340) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

large display

affordable price

adequate connectivity options

solid build quality

decent processor performance

heavyweight design

average battery life

limited graphics performance

slow HDD storage

Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 (21HD) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 (21HD) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

impressive security features

good battery life

efficient performance

heavier than competitors

average display brightness

limited color options

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo V340-17IWL (Lenovo V340) and Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 (21HD)
75 % - Design
64 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
82 % - Design
85 % - Display
84 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo V340-17IWL (Lenovo V340) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 (21HD) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo V340-17IWL (Lenovo V340) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 (21HD)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 41.3 cm x 28.46 cm x 2.43 cm 31.77 cm x 22.69 cm x 1.79 cm
Weight 2.8 kg 1.36 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS Carbon fibre hybrid (top), polyphenylene sulfide (bottom)
Colour Iron grey Thunder black
DISPLAY Lenovo V340-17IWL (Lenovo V340) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 (21HD)
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" - IPS 14" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo V340-17IWL (Lenovo V340) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 (21HD)
CPU Intel Core i3 (8th Gen) 8145U / 2.1 GHz Intel Core i5 (13th Gen) 1335U / 1.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.9 GHz 4.6 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 10-core
Cache 4 MB 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo V340-17IWL (Lenovo V340) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 (21HD)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 16 GB 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 5200 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 5200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty 1 1
Empty Slots 0 1
STORAGE Lenovo V340-17IWL (Lenovo V340) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 (21HD)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe)
Optical Drive DVD-Writer - tray -
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo V340-17IWL (Lenovo V340) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 (21HD)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 3 external monitor(s)
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera - Yes - 1080p
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, Windows Hello, fixed focus, hybrid FHD/IR camera
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features - Input: Dolby Voice, 360° far-field
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo V340-17IWL (Lenovo V340) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 (21HD)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller M.2 Card Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Intel I219-V
Features - Wake-on-LAN (WOL), dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation - 4G upgradable
BATTERY Lenovo V340-17IWL (Lenovo V340) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 (21HD)
Technology Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 36 Wh 52.5 Wh
Battery Life Up to 6.5 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo V340-17IWL (Lenovo V340) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 (21HD)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo V340-17IWL (Lenovo V340) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 (21HD)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features - Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo V340-17IWL (Lenovo V340) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 (21HD)
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI (4K support)
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
SOFTWARE Lenovo V340-17IWL (Lenovo V340) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 (21HD)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 11 Pro - English
Software Included - Glance by Mirametrix
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo V340-17IWL (Lenovo V340) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 (21HD)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader
Security Slot Type Kensington mini security slot Kensington nano 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 Administrator password, system password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, NVMe password, Firmware Resiliency 3.0, certificate based BIOS authentication, FIDO (Fast Identity Online) authentication
Compliant Standards RoHS, ERP RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 6, TCG Certified, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 26, TCO Certified 9.0
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 Base warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Base warranty - battery - 1 year
Extended warranty - 1 year - on-site - response time: next business day
Model Number 17IWL 81RG -
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