Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G4 IAP (21DJ) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 16IHU6 (82L9)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G4 IAP (21DJ) and Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 16IHU6 (82L9). 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 G4 IAP (21DJ) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G4 IAP (21DJ) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust aluminum design

efficient multitasking performance

comprehensive connectivity options

fast charging support

competitive pricing

average display quality

modest battery life

limited graphics performance

noisy under load

Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 16IHU6 (82L9) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 16IHU6 (82L9) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

high-resolution display

powerful processor performance

solid build quality

comfortable keyboard layout

good thermal management

average battery life

limited port selection

heavier than competitors

no touchscreen option

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G4 IAP (21DJ) and Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 16IHU6 (82L9)
81 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
76 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G4 IAP (21DJ) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 16IHU6 (82L9) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G4 IAP (21DJ) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 16IHU6 (82L9)
Product Type Notebook - 180-degree hinge design Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.7 cm x 23.5 cm x 1.89 cm 35.6 cm x 25.1 cm x 1.84 cm
Weight 1.7 kg 1.9 kg
Case Material Aluminium (top), polycarbonate ABS (bottom) Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom)
Colour Dual tone mineral grey Storm grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G4 IAP (21DJ) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 16IHU6 (82L9)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 16" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 350 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle Anti-glare, 175° viewing angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G4 IAP (21DJ) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 16IHU6 (82L9)
CPU Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1235U / 1.3 GHz Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 11300H / 3.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.4 GHz 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores 10-core Quad-Core
Cache 12 MB 8 MB
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G4 IAP (21DJ) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 16IHU6 (82L9)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 40 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 3200 MHz 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G4 IAP (21DJ) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 16IHU6 (82L9)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G4 IAP (21DJ) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 16IHU6 (82L9)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics NVIDIA GeForce MX450 / Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported 3 external monitor(s) 2 external monitor(s)
Video Memory - 2 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes - 720p
Camera Features Privacy shutter, fixed focus IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus, ToF sensor
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G4 IAP (21DJ) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 16IHU6 (82L9)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller M.2 Card M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Ethernet Controller Intel I219-V -
Features Wake-on-LAN (WOL), dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G4 IAP (21DJ) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 16IHU6 (82L9)
Technology Lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 45 Wh 75 Wh
Battery Life Up to 8 hours Up to 18 hours
Battery Run Time Local video (1080p) playback time (150 nits): up to 8 hours Local video (1080p) playback time (150 nits): up to 18 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G4 IAP (21DJ) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 16IHU6 (82L9)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 95 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G4 IAP (21DJ) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 16IHU6 (82L9)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G4 IAP (21DJ) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 16IHU6 (82L9)
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
USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
USB-C 2.0 (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
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 G4 IAP (21DJ) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 16IHU6 (82L9)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro - English Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English
Software Included Microsoft Office (Trial) Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G4 IAP (21DJ) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 16IHU6 (82L9)
Included Accessories USB-C slim wall mount power adapter USB-C 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 -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, MIL-STD-810H tested, Rapid Charge Pro Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, Rapid Charge Express
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Software Solution) RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TUV Eyesafe Display Certification, TUV Hardware Low Blue Light Certification
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating 8 - 95% 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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