Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G2 ITL (20V9) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15IIL05 (81YK)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G2 ITL (20V9) and Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15IIL05 (81YK). Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

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

Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15IIL05 (81YK) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15IIL05 (81YK) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

sleek modern design

solid build quality

decent battery life

good processor performance

average display quality

limited graphics capabilities

no thunderbolt support

modest storage options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G2 ITL (20V9) and Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15IIL05 (81YK)
81 % - Design
82 % - Display
78 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
86 % - Design
75 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G2 ITL (20V9) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15IIL05 (81YK) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G2 ITL (20V9) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15IIL05 (81YK)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 29.9 cm x 21 cm x 1.49 cm 35.667 cm x 23.313 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.26 kg 1.66 kg
Case Material Aluminum Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS
Colour Mineral grey Graphite grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G2 ITL (20V9) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15IIL05 (81YK)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - IPS 15.6" - TN
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:9
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle, Dolby Vision Anti-glare, Wide Viewing Angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G2 ITL (20V9) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15IIL05 (81YK)
CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz Intel Core i3 (10th Gen) 1005G1 / 1.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 3.4 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache 8 MB 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G2 ITL (20V9) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15IIL05 (81YK)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 4266 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 4266 MHz 3200 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G2 ITL (20V9) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15IIL05 (81YK)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G2 ITL (20V9) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15IIL05 (81YK)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel UHD Graphics
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Resolution - 1 Megapixel
Camera Features ThinkShutter camera privacy Privacy shutter
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 ThinkBook 13s G2 ITL (20V9) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15IIL05 (81YK)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 - M.2 Card M.2 Card
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G2 ITL (20V9) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15IIL05 (81YK)
Technology Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 56 Wh 70 Wh
Battery Life Up to 16 hours Up to 15 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G2 ITL (20V9) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15IIL05 (81YK)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G2 ITL (20V9) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15IIL05 (81YK)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G2 ITL (20V9) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15IIL05 (81YK)
Interfaces 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
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 3.0)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G2 ITL (20V9) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15IIL05 (81YK)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Home in S mode - English
Software Included Microsoft Office (30 days trial) Microsoft Office (30 days trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G2 ITL (20V9) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15IIL05 (81YK)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge
Compliant Standards RoHS, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certification, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
SAR Value - 0.441 W/kg (body), 0.441 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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