Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (Lenovo IdeaPad 120S) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 (20VH)

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Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 (20VH)
Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 (20VH)

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In depth comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (Lenovo IdeaPad 120S) and Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 (20VH). 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 IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (Lenovo IdeaPad 120S) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (Lenovo IdeaPad 120S) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

compact design

decent battery life

solid build quality

lightweight for portability

limited storage capacity

mediocre performance

low-resolution display

few connectivity options

Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 (20VH) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 (20VH) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

good security features

decent battery life

competitive price point

average display quality

modest graphics performance

limited storage capacity

noisy under load

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Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (Lenovo IdeaPad 120S) and Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 (20VH)
72 % - Design
65 % - Display
44 % - Performance
65 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
86 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (Lenovo IdeaPad 120S) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 (20VH) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (Lenovo IdeaPad 120S) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 (20VH)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 33.4 cm x 23.5 cm x 1.86 cm 31.15 cm x 21.9 cm x 1.76 cm
Weight 1.44 kg 1.39 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS Aluminum, glass-fibre reinforced plastic
Colour Denim blue | Mineral grey Black
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (Lenovo IdeaPad 120S) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 (20VH)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 13.3" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 220 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (Lenovo IdeaPad 120S) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 (20VH)
CPU Intel Celeron N3350 / 1.1 GHz Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.4 GHz 4.2 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 2 MB 8 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (Lenovo IdeaPad 120S) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 (20VH)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 3200 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (Lenovo IdeaPad 120S) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 (20VH)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 32 GB eMMC 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (Lenovo IdeaPad 120S) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 (20VH)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 500 Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 3 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes Yes - 720p
Resolution 0.3 Megapixel -
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Conexant CX11880
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (Lenovo IdeaPad 120S) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 (20VH)
Wireless Bluetooth 4.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2
Wireless Controller Atheros QCA9377A Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 - M.2 Card
Ethernet Controller - Intel I219-V
Features Single stream (1x1) Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter, dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (Lenovo IdeaPad 120S) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 (20VH)
Technology 2-cell Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 32 Wh 46 Wh
Battery Life Up to 8 hours Up to 12.25 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (Lenovo IdeaPad 120S) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 (20VH)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (Lenovo IdeaPad 120S) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 (20VH)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features - Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (Lenovo IdeaPad 120S) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 (20VH)
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.0
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.2 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (Lenovo IdeaPad 120S) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 (20VH)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 in S mode - English Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro) + Windows 11 Pro Licence - English
Software Included Lenovo Settings, McAfee LiveSafe (30 days trial), Lenovo ID, Lenovo Companion 3.0 -
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (Lenovo IdeaPad 120S) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 (20VH)
Dockable - Yes
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 security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS, TCG Certified
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Gold
TCO Certified - TCO Certified Notebooks 8
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 - 1 year - pick-up and return
Extended warranty - 1 year - on-site
Model Number 14IAP 81A5 -
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