Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IWL (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T495s (20QJ)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IWL (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) and Lenovo ThinkPad T495s (20QJ). 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 ThinkBook 13s-IWL (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IWL (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

slim lightweight design

fast ssd storage

good battery life

affordable price point

decent display quality

average cpu performance

no thunderbolt support

limited upgrade options

mediocre speaker quality

Lenovo ThinkPad T495s (20QJ) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T495s (20QJ) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

impressive battery life

efficient thermal management

reliable security features

mediocre display brightness

limited graphics performance

no thunderbolt support

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IWL (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) and Lenovo ThinkPad T495s (20QJ)
81 % - Design
75 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
83 % - Design
75 % - Display
78 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IWL (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T495s (20QJ) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IWL (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) Lenovo ThinkPad T495s (20QJ)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30.76 cm x 21.64 cm x 1.59 cm 32.9 cm x 22.615 cm x 1.67 cm
Weight 1.32 kg 1.33 kg
Case Material Aluminum Carbon fibre reinforced plastic, magnesium-aluminum alloy
Colour Mineral grey Black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IWL (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) Lenovo ThinkPad T495s (20QJ)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - IPS 14" - IPS
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 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 72%
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle Anti-glare, Low Power
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IWL (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) Lenovo ThinkPad T495s (20QJ)
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8265U / 1.6 GHz AMD Ryzen 5 Pro 3500U / 2.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.9 GHz 3.7 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 6 MB L3 - 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IWL (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) Lenovo ThinkPad T495s (20QJ)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 16 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 2400 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 2666 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IWL (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) Lenovo ThinkPad T495s (20QJ)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IWL (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) Lenovo ThinkPad T495s (20QJ)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics AMD Radeon Vega 8
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features ThinkShutter camera privacy IR camera, ThinkShutter camera privacy
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio X3 High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IWL (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) Lenovo ThinkPad T495s (20QJ)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller M.2 Card Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 9260
Compliant Standards - DASH
Features - Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter
WWAN
Generation - WWAN upgradable
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IWL (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) Lenovo ThinkPad T495s (20QJ)
Technology Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 45 Wh 57 Wh
Battery Life Up to 11 hours Up to 16.4 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IWL (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) Lenovo ThinkPad T495s (20QJ)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IWL (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) Lenovo ThinkPad T495s (20QJ)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IWL (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) Lenovo ThinkPad T495s (20QJ)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 2
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IWL (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) Lenovo ThinkPad T495s (20QJ)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English
Software Included Microsoft Office (Trial) -
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IWL (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) Lenovo ThinkPad T495s (20QJ)
Dockable - Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards RoHS, FIDO Certified RoHS
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Limited warranty - battery - 1 year
Model Number IWL 20R9 -
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