Lenovo ThinkBook 15p G2 ITH (21B1) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ADA6 (82KR)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkBook 15p G2 ITH (21B1) and Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ADA6 (82KR). 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 15p G2 ITH (21B1) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkBook 15p G2 ITH (21B1) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

high-resolution display

powerful processor performance

solid build quality

adequate storage options

good thermal management

heavier than competitors

average battery life

limited port selection

higher price point

Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ADA6 (82KR) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ADA6 (82KR) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

adequate performance

solid build quality

decent battery life

average display quality

limited storage capacity

no backlit keyboard

mediocre graphics performance

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkBook 15p G2 ITH (21B1) and Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ADA6 (82KR)
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
74 % - Design
65 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkBook 15p G2 ITH (21B1) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ADA6 (82KR) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 15p G2 ITH (21B1) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ADA6 (82KR)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.9 cm x 24.95 cm x 1.99 cm 35.92 cm x 23.65 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.9 kg 1.65 kg
Case Material Aluminum Polycarbonate ABS
Colour Dual tone mineral grey Arctic grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkBook 15p G2 ITH (21B1) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ADA6 (82KR)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 15.6" - TN
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 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 45% NTSC
Features 170° viewing angle Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkBook 15p G2 ITH (21B1) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ADA6 (82KR)
CPU Intel Core i7 (11th Gen) 11800H / 2.3 GHz AMD Ryzen 3 3250U / 2.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.6 GHz 3.5 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core Dual-Core
Cache 24 MB L3 - 4 MB
Chipset Intel HM570 -
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkBook 15p G2 ITH (21B1) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ADA6 (82KR)
RAM 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered))
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 12 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC 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 2 1
Empty Slots 0 0
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkBook 15p G2 ITH (21B1) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ADA6 (82KR)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
RAID Level RAID 0, RAID 1 -
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkBook 15p G2 ITH (21B1) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ADA6 (82KR)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 / Intel UHD Graphics AMD Radeon Graphics
Memory Allocation Technology - Shared Video Memory (UMA)
Max Monitors Supported 2 external monitor(s) 1 external monitor(s)
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM -
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes - 720p
Camera Features Privacy shutter, fixed focus Privacy shutter, fixed focus
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features Harman-branded -
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 15p G2 ITH (21B1) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ADA6 (82KR)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller M.2 Card M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkBook 15p G2 ITH (21B1) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ADA6 (82KR)
Technology Lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 57 Wh 45 Wh
Battery Life Up to 7.5 hours Up to 10 hours
Battery Run Time Local video (1080p) playback time: up to 7.5 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkBook 15p G2 ITH (21B1) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ADA6 (82KR)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 135 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkBook 15p G2 ITH (21B1) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ADA6 (82KR)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 15p G2 ITH (21B1) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ADA6 (82KR)
Slots 1 x M.2 (PCI Express 3.0 x4) (0 free)
1 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0 x4) (1 free)
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Interfaces USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 2
USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
USB 2.0
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 15p G2 ITH (21B1) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ADA6 (82KR)
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 15p G2 ITH (21B1) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ADA6 (82KR)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter, wall mount 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 security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Software Solution) RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
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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