LG gram 14Z90Q vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 4 (21F9)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of LG gram 14Z90Q and Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 4 (21F9). 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 T14s Gen 4 (21F9) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 4 (21F9) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

impressive battery life

powerful processor options

bright display

higher price point

limited graphics performance

no OLED option

heavier than competitors

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between LG gram 14Z90Q and Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 4 (21F9)
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86 % - Display
84 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
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86 % - Design
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Laptop Specifications Comparison

LG gram 14Z90Q vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 4 (21F9) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS LG gram 14Z90Q Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 4 (21F9)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.2 cm x 21.39 cm x 1.68 cm 31.75 cm x 22.69 cm x 1.69 cm
Weight 999 g 1.26 kg
Case Material - Aluminium (bottom), carbon fibre hybrid (top)
Colour Obsidian black Deep black
DISPLAY LG gram 14Z90Q Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 4 (21F9)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 14" - IPS
Touchscreen - Yes (10-point multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:10
Image Brightness 350 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 99% DCI-P3 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, on-cell touch technology
PROCESSOR LG gram 14Z90Q Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 4 (21F9)
CPU Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1240P / 1.7 GHz AMD Ryzen 5 Pro 7540U / 3.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.4 GHz 4.9 GHz
Number of Cores 12-core 6-core
Cache L3 - 12 MB L3 - 16 MB
Platform Technology Intel Evo -
Features Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost) Integrated memory controller
MEMORY LG gram 14Z90Q Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 4 (21F9)
RAM 8 GB 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR5 SDRAM LPDDR5X SDRAM
Speed 5200 MHz 6400 MHz
Rated Speed - 7500 MHz
STORAGE LG gram 14Z90Q Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 4 (21F9)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Kioxia
AUDIO & VIDEO LG gram 14Z90Q Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 4 (21F9)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics AMD Radeon 740M
Max Monitors Supported - 3 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes - Full HD Yes
Resolution - 5 Megapixel
Camera Features Face recognition, IR camera Privacy shutter, Windows Hello, fixed focus, Discrete IR, Ultrasonic Human Presence Detection
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, 360° far-field
COMMUNICATIONS LG gram 14Z90Q Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 4 (21F9)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 211 Qualcomm NFA725A
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features Dual stream (2x2) -
BATTERY LG gram 14Z90Q Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 4 (21F9)
Technology Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 72 Wh 57 Wh
AC ADAPTER LG gram 14Z90Q Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 4 (21F9)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT LG gram 14Z90Q Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 4 (21F9)
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 T14s Gen 4 (21F9)
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 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB4 (supports DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI (4K support)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN (on supplied adapter)
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE LG gram 14Z90Q Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 4 (21F9)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro) + Windows 11 Pro Licence
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 Glance by Mirametrix
MISCELLANEOUS LG gram 14Z90Q Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 4 (21F9)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter USB-C power adapter, Lenovo USB-C to Ethernet Adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip with Microsoft Pluton, fingerprint 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, system password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, NVMe password, certificate based BIOS authentication, FIDO (Fast Identity Online) authentication
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 -
Model Number K.AR52A1 -
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