Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14ARE05 (81YM) vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G2 ITL (20V9)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14ARE05 (81YM) and Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G2 ITL (20V9). 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 IdeaPad 5 14ARE05 (81YM) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14ARE05 (81YM) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

efficient ryzen performance

solid build quality

comfortable keyboard layout

reasonable price point

adequate battery life

dim display brightness

limited storage capacity

no thunderbolt support

average graphics card

Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G2 ITL (20V9) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G2 ITL (20V9) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

slim lightweight design

sharp 13.3" display

solid build quality

good battery life

efficient thermal management

limited port selection

average graphics performance

no touchscreen option

higher price segment

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14ARE05 (81YM) and Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G2 ITL (20V9)
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
78 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
81 % - Design
82 % - Display
78 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14ARE05 (81YM) vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G2 ITL (20V9) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14ARE05 (81YM) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G2 ITL (20V9)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.157 cm x 21.159 cm x 1.79 cm 29.9 cm x 21 cm x 1.49 cm
Weight 1.39 kg 1.26 kg
Case Material Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS Aluminum
Colour Graphite grey | Platinum grey Mineral grey
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14ARE05 (81YM) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G2 ITL (20V9)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - TN 13.3" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle, Dolby Vision
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14ARE05 (81YM) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G2 ITL (20V9)
CPU AMD Ryzen 3 4300U / 2.7 GHz Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.7 GHz 4.2 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache L3 - 4 MB 8 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14ARE05 (81YM) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G2 ITL (20V9)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR4X SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 4266 MHz
Rated Speed 3200 MHz 4266 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14ARE05 (81YM) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G2 ITL (20V9)
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 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14ARE05 (81YM) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G2 ITL (20V9)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Resolution 1 Megapixel -
Camera Features Privacy shutter ThinkShutter camera privacy
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3306
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features - Harman audio technology
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14ARE05 (81YM) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G2 ITL (20V9)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller M.2 Card Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 - M.2 Card
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14ARE05 (81YM) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G2 ITL (20V9)
Technology Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 44.5 Wh 56 Wh
Battery Life Up to 11.5 hours Up to 16 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14ARE05 (81YM) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G2 ITL (20V9)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14ARE05 (81YM) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G2 ITL (20V9)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14ARE05 (81YM) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G2 ITL (20V9)
Interfaces USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort 1.2 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14ARE05 (81YM) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G2 ITL (20V9)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home in S mode - English Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English
Software Included Microsoft Office (Trial) Microsoft Office (30 days trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14ARE05 (81YM) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G2 ITL (20V9)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 RoHS, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certification, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
SAR Value 1.27 W/kg (body), 1.27 W/kg (limb) -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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