Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MW) vs. Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MW) and Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8). 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 ThinkPad A285 (20MW) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MW) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

impressive security features

portable design

reliable performance

average battery life

limited storage capacity

no thunderbolt support

dim display

Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

rugged design

compact and lightweight

decent battery life

efficient for basic tasks

limited storage capacity

low-resolution display

modest performance

fewer connectivity options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MW) and Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8)
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
74 % - Design
64 % - Display
45 % - Performance
65 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MW) vs. Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MW) Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30.77 cm x 20.98 cm x 1.78 cm 29 cm x 20.4 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.13 kg 1.13 kg
Case Material Carbon fibre, magnesium-aluminum alloy Polycarbonate ABS
Colour Black Black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MW) Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8)
Screen Size (Type) 12.5" - IPS 11.6"
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 250 cd/m²
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MW) Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8)
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 Pro 2500U / 2 GHz Intel Celeron N4000 / 1.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.6 GHz 2.6 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache L2 - 4 MB 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MW) Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 2133 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 2400 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MW) Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe) 64 GB eMMC
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MW) Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Vega 8 Intel UHD Graphics 600
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features ThinkShutter camera privacy -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium -
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MW) Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller Realtek RTL8822BE - M.2 Card Intel Wireless-AC 9560 - M.2 Card
Features Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MW) Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8)
Technology Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 48 Wh 42 Wh
Battery Life Up to 10.55 hours Up to 10 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MW) Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 45 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MW) Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Spill-resistant
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MW) Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 2
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2
HDMI
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock
USB-C 3.0 (Power Delivery)
USB 3.0
USB 3.0 (Always On)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MW) Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Pro National Academic
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MW) Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington mini 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-810G tested Administrator password, power-on password
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS
SAR Value - 0.08 W/kg (body), 0.08 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
TCO Certified - TCO Certified Notebooks 8
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Limited warranty - battery - 1 year
Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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