Lenovo 100w Gen 4 (82VK) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 5 (21JK)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo 100w Gen 4 (82VK) and Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 5 (21JK). 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 100w Gen 4 (82VK) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo 100w Gen 4 (82VK) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

compact design

durable build quality

efficient battery life

suitable for basic tasks

limited storage capacity

mediocre display resolution

underpowered for gaming

fewer connectivity options

Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 5 (21JK) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 5 (21JK) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

efficient performance

comfortable keyboard

good battery life

affordable price

average display quality

limited graphics power

no thunderbolt support

modest storage options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo 100w Gen 4 (82VK) and Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 5 (21JK)
74 % - Design
66 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo 100w Gen 4 (82VK) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 5 (21JK) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo 100w Gen 4 (82VK) Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 5 (21JK)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 28.7 cm x 20 cm x 1.975 cm 31.3 cm x 21.93 cm x 1.799 cm
Weight 1.16 kg 1.53 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS (bottom), polycarbonate ABS (top) Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom)
Colour Slate grey Graphite black
DISPLAY Lenovo 100w Gen 4 (82VK) Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 5 (21JK)
Screen Size (Type) 11.6" - TN 14" - IPS
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (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 250 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo 100w Gen 4 (82VK) Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 5 (21JK)
CPU Intel N-series N100 / 800 MHz Intel Core i5 (13th Gen) 1335U / 1.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.4 GHz 4.6 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 10-core
Cache 6 MB 12 MB
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo 100w Gen 4 (82VK) Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 5 (21JK)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported - 40 GB
RAM Type LPDDR5 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 4800 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 4800 MHz 3200 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE Lenovo 100w Gen 4 (82VK) Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 5 (21JK)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo 100w Gen 4 (82VK) Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 5 (21JK)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD 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)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 1080p
Camera Features Privacy shutter, fixed focus Privacy shutter, Windows Hello, fixed focus, hybrid IR camera
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 Synaptic CX11880
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
Audio Features - Input: Dolby Voice
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo 100w Gen 4 (82VK) Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 5 (21JK)
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 201 - 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 100w Gen 4 (82VK) Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 5 (21JK)
Technology Lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 47 Wh 57 Wh
Battery Life Up to 12.3 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo 100w Gen 4 (82VK) Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 5 (21JK)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo 100w Gen 4 (82VK) Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 5 (21JK)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad, anti-pick proof key caps, full-skirt design key caps Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo 100w Gen 4 (82VK) Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 5 (21JK)
Slots - 1 x M.2 (PCI Express 3.0 x4) (1 free)
Interfaces USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 2.0
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
SOFTWARE Lenovo 100w Gen 4 (82VK) Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 5 (21JK)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro - English Windows 11 Pro - English
Software Included - Intel Connectivity Performance Suite
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo 100w Gen 4 (82VK) Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 5 (21JK)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington NanoSaver 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, MIL-STD-810H tested, secure wipe Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 6, ASTM F963, TCG Certified, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 26, TCO Certified 9.0 RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 6, FSC, TCG Certified, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 26, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Software Solution), 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 - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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