Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TB)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) and Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TB). 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 S540-14IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

slim aluminum design

full hd display

fast charging support

quiet cooling system

good value for money

average battery life

no dedicated GPU

limited port selection

modest base storage

Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TB) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TB) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

good battery life

reliable performance

affordable price

average display quality

limited graphics power

no thunderbolt support

heavier design

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) and Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TB)
81 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
72 % - Battery
86 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TB) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TB)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.3 cm x 22.7 cm x 1.59 cm 32.4 cm x 22 cm x 1.89 cm
Weight 1.63 kg 1.59 kg
Case Material Aluminum, glass Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS
Colour Mineral grey | Abyss blue | Copper Black
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TB)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 14" - TN
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 220 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 72% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features Glossy, Wide Viewing Angle Anti-glare, 90° viewing angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TB)
CPU Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 10210U / 1.6 GHz Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 4.2 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 6 MB 8 MB
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TB)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered)) 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 12 GB 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 1
Empty Slots 0 0
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TB)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) - Samsung
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TB)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) -
Max Monitors Supported 1 external monitor(s) 2 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Resolution 1 Megapixel -
Camera Features Privacy shutter, fixed focus ThinkShutter camera privacy
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features - Harman/kardon stereo speakers
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TB)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2
Wireless Controller M.2 Card Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 - M.2 Card
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Realtek RTL8111H-CG
Features Dual stream (2x2) -
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TB)
Technology Lithium Ion 3-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 45 Wh 45 Wh
Battery Life Up to 10 hours Up to 11.9 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TB)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TB)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TB)
Slots - 1 x M.2 Card (1 free)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 2.0
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TB)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition
Software Included Microsoft Office (Trial) -
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TB)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS
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 W/kg (body), 1 W/kg (limb) 0.84 W/kg (body), 0.84 W/kg (limb)
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 -
Model Number 14IML 81NF -
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