Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G3 ACL (21A4) vs. Lenovo V130-15IGM (Lenovo V130)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G3 ACL (21A4) and Lenovo V130-15IGM (Lenovo V130). 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 15 G3 ACL (21A4) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G3 ACL (21A4) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

solid build quality

decent processor performance

good keyboard feel

ample connectivity options

average display quality

mediocre battery life

limited graphics power

no thunderbolt support

Lenovo V130-15IGM (Lenovo V130) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo V130-15IGM (Lenovo V130) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

decent build quality

solid keyboard feel

adequate port selection

quiet operation

average display quality

modest battery life

limited performance

minimal storage capacity

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G3 ACL (21A4) and Lenovo V130-15IGM (Lenovo V130)
81 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
72 % - Design
64 % - Display
45 % - Performance
65 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G3 ACL (21A4) vs. Lenovo V130-15IGM (Lenovo V130) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G3 ACL (21A4) Lenovo V130-15IGM (Lenovo V130)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.7 cm x 23.5 cm x 1.89 cm 37.5 cm x 25.3 cm x 2.23 cm
Weight 1.7 kg 1.85 kg
Case Material Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS Polycarbonate ABS
Colour Mineral grey Iron grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G3 ACL (21A4) Lenovo V130-15IGM (Lenovo V130)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1366 x 768 (HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 220 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB -
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G3 ACL (21A4) Lenovo V130-15IGM (Lenovo V130)
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 5500U / 2.1 GHz Intel Celeron N4000 / 1.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4 GHz 2.6 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core Dual-Core
Cache L3 - 8 MB 4 MB
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G3 ACL (21A4) Lenovo V130-15IGM (Lenovo V130)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered)) 4 GB (1 x 4 GB)
Max RAM Supported 36 GB 8 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 2400 MHz
Rated Speed 3200 MHz 2400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 1
Empty Slots 0 0
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G3 ACL (21A4) Lenovo V130-15IGM (Lenovo V130)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 1 TB HDD SATA 6Gb/s / 5400 rpm
Optical Drive - DVD-Writer
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G3 ACL (21A4) Lenovo V130-15IGM (Lenovo V130)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Graphics Intel UHD Graphics 600
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) -
Max Monitors Supported 3 external monitor(s) 1 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes
Resolution - 0.3 Megapixel
Camera Features ThinkShutter camera privacy Privacy shutter
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G3 ACL (21A4) Lenovo V130-15IGM (Lenovo V130)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2
Wireless Controller M.2 Card M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Features Dual stream (2x2) Single stream (1x1)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G3 ACL (21A4) Lenovo V130-15IGM (Lenovo V130)
Technology Lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 45 Wh 30 Wh
Battery Life Up to 7.5 hours Up to 6 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G3 ACL (21A4) Lenovo V130-15IGM (Lenovo V130)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 45 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G3 ACL (21A4) Lenovo V130-15IGM (Lenovo V130)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch clickpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G3 ACL (21A4) Lenovo V130-15IGM (Lenovo V130)
Slots 1 x M.2 (PCI Express 3.0 x2) (1 free) -
Interfaces 2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 2.0
HDMI
LAN
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 ThinkBook 15 G3 ACL (21A4) Lenovo V130-15IGM (Lenovo V130)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English FreeDOS
Software Included Microsoft Office (Trial) -
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G3 ACL (21A4) Lenovo V130-15IGM (Lenovo V130)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, Rapid Charge Pro Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password
Compliant Standards RoHS, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certification, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 RoHS
SAR Value - 0.443 W/kg (body), 0.443 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Silver EPEAT Silver
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
Model Number - 15IGM 81HL
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