Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-14AST-05 (Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-14AST) vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IIL (Lenovo ThinkBook 14)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-14AST-05 (Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-14AST) and Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IIL (Lenovo ThinkBook 14). 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 Slim 1-14AST-05 (Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-14AST) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-14AST-05 (Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-14AST) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

decent battery life

solid build quality

quiet operation

modest performance

limited storage capacity

basic display quality

few connectivity options

Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IIL (Lenovo ThinkBook 14) Review

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

solid build quality

affordable price point

decent battery life

good processor performance

adequate storage options

average display quality

no thunderbolt support

limited graphics power

mediocre speaker output

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-14AST-05 (Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-14AST) and Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IIL (Lenovo ThinkBook 14)
69 % - Design
63 % - Display
45 % - Performance
65 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
86 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-14AST-05 (Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-14AST) vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IIL (Lenovo ThinkBook 14) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-14AST-05 (Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-14AST) Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IIL (Lenovo ThinkBook 14)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.71 cm x 23.5 cm x 2.09 cm 32.6 cm x 23 cm x 1.79 cm
Weight 1.4 kg 1.5 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS Aluminum
Colour Platinum grey | Flame orange | Ice blue Mineral grey
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-14AST-05 (Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-14AST) Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IIL (Lenovo ThinkBook 14)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - TN 14" - 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
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-14AST-05 (Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-14AST) Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IIL (Lenovo ThinkBook 14)
CPU AMD A4 9120e / 1.5 GHz Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 1035G1 / 1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.2 GHz 3.6 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache L2 - 1 MB 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-14AST-05 (Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-14AST) Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IIL (Lenovo ThinkBook 14)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 16 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 1866 MHz 2666 MHz
Rated Speed 1866 MHz 2666 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-14AST-05 (Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-14AST) Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IIL (Lenovo ThinkBook 14)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 64 GB eMMC - eMMC 5.1 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-14AST-05 (Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-14AST) Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IIL (Lenovo ThinkBook 14)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon R3 Intel UHD Graphics
Camera Yes Yes - 720p
Resolution 0.3 Megapixel -
Camera Features 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
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-14AST-05 (Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-14AST) Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IIL (Lenovo ThinkBook 14)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Wireless Controller M.2 Card M.2 Card
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features Single stream (1x1) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-14AST-05 (Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-14AST) Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IIL (Lenovo ThinkBook 14)
Technology Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 35 Wh 45 Wh
Battery Life Up to 8 hours Up to 9 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-14AST-05 (Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-14AST) Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IIL (Lenovo ThinkBook 14)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-14AST-05 (Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-14AST) Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IIL (Lenovo ThinkBook 14)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-14AST-05 (Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-14AST) Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IIL (Lenovo ThinkBook 14)
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 2.0 (hidden)
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-14AST-05 (Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-14AST) Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IIL (Lenovo ThinkBook 14)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home in S mode - English Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English
Software Included Microsoft 365 Personal Microsoft Office (30 days trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-14AST-05 (Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 1-14AST) Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IIL (Lenovo ThinkBook 14)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Firmware 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, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Silver
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number 05 81VS IIL 20SL
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