Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IIL (81W6) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14IAL7 (82SD)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IIL (81W6)
Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IIL (81W6)

Our Rating: 72 %

Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14IAL7 (82SD)
Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14IAL7 (82SD)

Our Rating: 85 %

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IIL (81W6) and Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14IAL7 (82SD). 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 S145-14IIL (81W6) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IIL (81W6) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

solid build quality

decent processor performance

adequate connectivity options

average display quality

limited battery life

modest graphics capability

no backlit keyboard

Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14IAL7 (82SD) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14IAL7 (82SD) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

efficient intel processor

lightweight and portable

affordable price point

crisp full hd display

robust build quality

average battery life

limited graphics performance

no thunderbolt support

minimal port variety

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IIL (81W6) and Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14IAL7 (82SD)
69 % - Design
64 % - Display
65 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
86 % - Design
72 % - Display
69 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IIL (81W6) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14IAL7 (82SD) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IIL (81W6) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14IAL7 (82SD)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.71 cm x 24.1 cm x 1.99 cm 32.169 cm x 21.184 cm x 1.79 cm
Weight 1.6 kg 1.44 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS (bottom), polycarbonate ABS (top) Aluminium (top), polycarbonate ABS (bottom)
Colour Platinum grey | Granite black Abyss blue | Cloud grey
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IIL (81W6) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14IAL7 (82SD)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - TN 14" - IPS
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 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IIL (81W6) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14IAL7 (82SD)
CPU Intel Core i3 (10th Gen) 1005G1 / 1.2 GHz Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1235U / 1.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.4 GHz 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 10-core
Cache 4 MB 12 MB
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IIL (81W6) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14IAL7 (82SD)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 12 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IIL (81W6) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14IAL7 (82SD)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IIL (81W6) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14IAL7 (82SD)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 3 external monitor(s)
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes Yes - 1080p
Resolution 0.3 Megapixel -
Camera Features Fixed focus Privacy shutter, fixed focus
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features - Input: noise-cancellation technology
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IIL (81W6) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14IAL7 (82SD)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller M.2 Card M.2 Card
Features Single stream (1x1) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IIL (81W6) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14IAL7 (82SD)
Technology Lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 30 Wh 56.5 Wh
Battery Life Up to 5.5 hours Up to 9.7 hours
Battery Run Time - Local video (1080p) playback time (150 nits): up to 9.7 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IIL (81W6) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14IAL7 (82SD)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 100 Watt
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IIL (81W6) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14IAL7 (82SD)
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 S145-14IIL (81W6) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14IAL7 (82SD)
Interfaces USB 2.0
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI 1.4b
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort 1.2 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IIL (81W6) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14IAL7 (82SD)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home in S mode - English Windows 11 Home in S mode - English
Software Included Microsoft Office (Trial) Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IIL (81W6) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14IAL7 (82SD)
Included Accessories Wall mount power adapter USB-C slim power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password Administrator password, hard drive password, MIL-STD-810H tested, Rapid Charge Boost, self-healing BIOS
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 6, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 26
Carbon Footprint 293 kg carbon emissions -
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 Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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