Lenovo IdeaPad 5G 14Q8X05 (82KF) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21CR)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad 5G 14Q8X05 (82KF) and Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21CR). 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 5G 14Q8X05 (82KF) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 5G 14Q8X05 (82KF) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

long-lasting battery

lightweight design

5g connectivity

comfortable keyboard

efficient cooling system

limited storage capacity

no thunderbolt support

average display quality

higher price point

Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21CR) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21CR) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight and portable

robust security features

excellent keyboard comfort

impressive battery life

fast processor performance

limited graphics capabilities

higher price point

no OLED option

fewer color choices

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad 5G 14Q8X05 (82KF) and Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21CR)
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
84 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad 5G 14Q8X05 (82KF) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21CR) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 5G 14Q8X05 (82KF) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21CR)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.17 cm x 20.7 cm x 1.49 cm 31.75 cm x 22.69 cm x 1.66 cm
Weight 1.2 kg 1.23 kg
Case Material Aluminum, polycarbonate, ABS plastic Aluminium (bottom), carbon fibre hybrid (top)
Colour Light silver Thunder black
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad 5G 14Q8X05 (82KF) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21CR)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 14" - IPS
Touchscreen - Yes (10-point multi-touch)
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 300 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, on-cell touch technology, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad 5G 14Q8X05 (82KF) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21CR)
CPU Qualcomm Snapdragon 8cx Kryo 495 AMD Ryzen 5 Pro 6650U / 2.9 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.84 GHz 4.5 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core 6-core
Cache - L3 - 16 MB
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad 5G 14Q8X05 (82KF) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21CR)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 1866 MHz 6400 MHz
Rated Speed 1866 MHz 6400 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad 5G 14Q8X05 (82KF) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21CR)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Kioxia
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad 5G 14Q8X05 (82KF) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21CR)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Qualcomm Adreno 680 AMD Radeon 660M
Max Monitors Supported 2 external monitor(s) 3 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 1080p
Camera Features IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, 360° quad array microphone
Codec Qualcomm WCD9341 Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio, Dolby Voice
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 5G 14Q8X05 (82KF) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21CR)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller M.2 Card Qualcomm NFA725A
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features Dual stream (2x2) -
WWAN
Generation 5G -
Controller Foxconn T99W175 - M.2 Card -
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad 5G 14Q8X05 (82KF) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21CR)
Technology Lithium polymer 4-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 51 Wh 57 Wh
Battery Life Up to 20 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad 5G 14Q8X05 (82KF) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21CR)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 15 / 20 V
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad 5G 14Q8X05 (82KF) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21CR)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 5G 14Q8X05 (82KF) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21CR)
Slots 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free) -
Interfaces 2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB4 (supports DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN (on supplied adapter)
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad 5G 14Q8X05 (82KF) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21CR)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home (on ARM) - English Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro) + Windows 11 Pro Licence
Software Included Microsoft Office (Trial) -
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad 5G 14Q8X05 (82KF) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21CR)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter USB-C power adapter, Lenovo USB-C to Ethernet Adapter
Integrated Options Proximity sensor -
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip with Microsoft Pluton, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type - Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password, USB FIDO (Fast Identity Online) device integration
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TCG Certified
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Gold
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 -
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