Lenovo ThinkBook 15p G2 ITH (21B1) vs. Lenovo V130-15IGM (Lenovo V130)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkBook 15p G2 ITH (21B1) and Lenovo V130-15IGM (Lenovo V130). 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 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 15p G2 ITH (21B1) and Lenovo V130-15IGM (Lenovo V130)
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
72 % - Design
64 % - Display
45 % - Performance
65 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkBook 15p G2 ITH (21B1) vs. Lenovo V130-15IGM (Lenovo V130) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 15p G2 ITH (21B1) Lenovo V130-15IGM (Lenovo V130)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.9 cm x 24.95 cm x 1.99 cm 37.5 cm x 25.3 cm x 2.23 cm
Weight 1.9 kg 1.85 kg
Case Material Aluminum Polycarbonate ABS
Colour Dual tone mineral grey Iron grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkBook 15p G2 ITH (21B1) 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 170° viewing angle Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkBook 15p G2 ITH (21B1) Lenovo V130-15IGM (Lenovo V130)
CPU Intel Core i7 (11th Gen) 11800H / 2.3 GHz Intel Celeron N4000 / 1.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.6 GHz 2.6 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core Dual-Core
Cache 24 MB 4 MB
Chipset Intel HM570 -
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkBook 15p G2 ITH (21B1) Lenovo V130-15IGM (Lenovo V130)
RAM 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) 4 GB (1 x 4 GB)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 8 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 V130-15IGM (Lenovo V130)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 1 TB HDD SATA 6Gb/s / 5400 rpm
RAID Level RAID 0, RAID 1 -
Optical Drive - DVD-Writer
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkBook 15p G2 ITH (21B1) Lenovo V130-15IGM (Lenovo V130)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 / Intel UHD Graphics Intel UHD Graphics 600
Max Monitors Supported 2 external monitor(s) 1 external monitor(s)
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM -
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes
Resolution - 0.3 Megapixel
Camera Features Privacy shutter, fixed focus Privacy shutter
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Codec 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 V130-15IGM (Lenovo V130)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 802.11a/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 15p G2 ITH (21B1) Lenovo V130-15IGM (Lenovo V130)
Technology Lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 57 Wh 30 Wh
Battery Life Up to 7.5 hours Up to 6 hours
Battery Run Time Local video (1080p) playback time: up to 7.5 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkBook 15p G2 ITH (21B1) Lenovo V130-15IGM (Lenovo V130)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 135 Watt 45 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkBook 15p G2 ITH (21B1) 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 Spill-resistant, multi-touch clickpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 15p G2 ITH (21B1) Lenovo V130-15IGM (Lenovo V130)
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 3.1 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 15p G2 ITH (21B1) Lenovo V130-15IGM (Lenovo V130)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro - English FreeDOS
Software Included Microsoft Office (Trial) -
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkBook 15p G2 ITH (21B1) Lenovo V130-15IGM (Lenovo V130)
Included Accessories 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 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, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Software Solution) RoHS
SAR Value - 0.443 W/kg (body), 0.443 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant - 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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