LG gram 14Z90Q vs. Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H1)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of LG gram 14Z90Q and Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H1). Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

LG gram 14Z90Q Review

Advantages and disadvantages of LG gram 14Z90Q based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

ultra-lightweight design

long-lasting battery

high-resolution display

fast processing speed

robust build quality

limited graphics performance

higher price point

fewer ports available

no dedicated GPU

Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H1) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H1) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

good battery life

reliable performance

adequate port selection

mediocre display quality

heavier than competitors

limited graphics power

pricey base model

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between LG gram 14Z90Q and Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H1)
83 % - Design
86 % - Display
84 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
81 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

LG gram 14Z90Q vs. Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H1) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS LG gram 14Z90Q Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H1)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.2 cm x 21.39 cm x 1.68 cm 32.54 cm x 21.7 cm x 1.983 cm
Weight 999 g 1.4 kg
Case Material - Polycarbonate ABS (bottom), polycarbonate ABS (top)
Colour Obsidian black Thunder black
DISPLAY LG gram 14Z90Q Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H1)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 14" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:9
Image Brightness 350 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 99% DCI-P3 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare
PROCESSOR LG gram 14Z90Q Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H1)
CPU Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1240P / 1.7 GHz Intel Core i5 (13th Gen) 1335U / 1.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.4 GHz 4.6 GHz
Number of Cores 12-core 10-core
Cache L3 - 12 MB 12 MB
Platform Technology Intel Evo -
Features Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost) Integrated memory controller
MEMORY LG gram 14Z90Q Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H1)
RAM 8 GB 16 GB (1 x 16 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 64 GB
RAM Type LPDDR5 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 5200 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed - 3200 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 2
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE LG gram 14Z90Q Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H1)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO LG gram 14Z90Q Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H1)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe 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 - Full HD Yes - 1080p
Camera Features Face recognition, IR camera Privacy shutter, Windows Hello, fixed focus, hybrid FHD/IR camera
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards DTS:X Ultra High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features - Input: Dolby Voice, far-field
COMMUNICATIONS LG gram 14Z90Q Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H1)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 211 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 LG gram 14Z90Q Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H1)
Technology Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 72 Wh 57 Wh
AC ADAPTER LG gram 14Z90Q Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H1)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT LG gram 14Z90Q Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H1)
Type Touchpad, 80 keys keyboard Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Gesture function, precision touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS LG gram 14Z90Q Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H1)
Interfaces Headphone output
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
2 x USB4 Gen 3x2 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
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 Yes (microSD) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE LG gram 14Z90Q Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H1)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Windows 11 Pro - English
Software Included LG Recovery Center, McAfee LiveSafe (30 days trial), CyberLink Power Media Player, LG Update Center, CyberLink PhotoDirector LE, PowerDirector LE, Microsoft Office 2016 (30 days trial), Alexa, DTS:X Ultra, Glance by Mirametrix, Virtoo, CyberLink ColorDirector LE, Audio Director LE, LG Smart Assistant, PCmover Professional -
MISCELLANEOUS LG gram 14Z90Q Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H1)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Secure mode, Mega cooling 4.0 Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password
Compliant Standards MIL-STD 810G 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 - parts and labour - 1 year Base warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Extended warranty - 1 year - on-site - response time: next business day
Model Number K.AR52A1 -
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