Lenovo Yoga S740-14IIL (81RS) vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 IRL (21KH)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo Yoga S740-14IIL (81RS) and Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 IRL (21KH). 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 Yoga S740-14IIL (81RS) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo Yoga S740-14IIL (81RS) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

impressive 4k display

sleek aluminum design

fast intel core performance

good battery life

thunderbolt 3 support

limited port variety

no dedicated gpu

higher price range

average speaker quality

Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 IRL (21KH) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 IRL (21KH) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful intel processor

high-resolution display

solid build quality

good battery life

fast ssd storage

heavier than competitors

limited color options

noisy under load

expensive base model

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo Yoga S740-14IIL (81RS) and Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 IRL (21KH)
81 % - Design
84 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
72 % - Battery
85 % - Design
86 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo Yoga S740-14IIL (81RS) vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 IRL (21KH) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo Yoga S740-14IIL (81RS) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 IRL (21KH)
Product Type Notebook - 180-degree hinge design Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.235 cm x 21.2 cm x 1.815 cm 35.6 cm x 25.35 cm x 1.75 cm
Weight 1.4 kg 1.7 kg
Case Material Aluminum Aluminium (top), polycarbonate ABS (bottom)
Colour Iron grey Dual tone arctic grey
DISPLAY Lenovo Yoga S740-14IIL (81RS) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 IRL (21KH)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 16" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 400 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 72% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features Glossy, Wide Viewing Angle, glass cover, Dolby Vision, 72% NTSC colour gamut Anti-glare, Low Blue Light technology
PROCESSOR Lenovo Yoga S740-14IIL (81RS) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 IRL (21KH)
CPU Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 1035G4 / 1.1 GHz Intel Core i5 (13th Gen) 1335U / 1.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.7 GHz 4.6 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 10-core
Cache 6 MB 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo Yoga S740-14IIL (81RS) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 IRL (21KH)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 64 GB
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 3733 MHz 5200 MHz
Rated Speed 3733 MHz 5200 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty - 2
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE Lenovo Yoga S740-14IIL (81RS) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 IRL (21KH)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo Yoga S740-14IIL (81RS) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 IRL (21KH)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Plus 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 - 720p Yes - 1080p
Camera Features IR camera, ToF sensor Privacy shutter, Windows Hello, fixed focus, hybrid FHD/IR camera
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features - Input: noise-cancellation technology
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo Yoga S740-14IIL (81RS) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 IRL (21KH)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller M.2 Card M.2 Card
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Intel I219-V
Features Dual stream (2x2) Wake-on-LAN (WOL), dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo Yoga S740-14IIL (81RS) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 IRL (21KH)
Technology Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 62 Wh 45 Wh
Battery Life Up to 19 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo Yoga S740-14IIL (81RS) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 IRL (21KH)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo Yoga S740-14IIL (81RS) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 IRL (21KH)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo Yoga S740-14IIL (81RS) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 IRL (21KH)
Slots - 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0 x4) (1 free)
Interfaces USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.1 Gen 1
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)
SOFTWARE Lenovo Yoga S740-14IIL (81RS) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 IRL (21KH)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English Windows 11 Pro - English
Software Included Microsoft Office (Trial) Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo Yoga S740-14IIL (81RS) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 IRL (21KH)
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 nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, MIL-STD-810H tested, Rapid Charge Pro, self-healing BIOS
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 6, FSC, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 26, TCO Certified 9.0
SAR Value 0.439 W/kg (body), 0.439 W/kg (limb) -
Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) 0.439 W/kg (body)
0.439 W/kg (limb)
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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 Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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