Lenovo ThinkPad A485 (20MV) vs. Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad A485 (20MV) 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 A485 (20MV) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad A485 (20MV) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

reliable security features

solid processor performance

good value proposition

mediocre battery life

dim display brightness

limited storage capacity

no thunderbolt support

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 A485 (20MV) and Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8)
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
74 % - Design
64 % - Display
45 % - Performance
65 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad A485 (20MV) vs. Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad A485 (20MV) Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 33.66 cm x 23.25 cm x 1.995 cm 29 cm x 20.4 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.85 kg 1.13 kg
Case Material Glass-fibre reinforced plastic, polyphenylene sulfide Polycarbonate ABS
Colour Black Black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad A485 (20MV) Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - 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 250 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad A485 (20MV) Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8)
CPU AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 2700U / 2.2 GHz Intel Celeron N4000 / 1.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.8 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 A485 (20MV) Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 2133 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz 2400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad A485 (20MV) Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - TCG Opal Encryption - Samsung 64 GB eMMC
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad A485 (20MV) Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Vega 10 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 A485 (20MV) Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller Realtek RTL8822BE - M.2 Card Intel Wireless-AC 9560 - M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Ethernet Controller Realtek RTL8111GUL -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad A485 (20MV) Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8)
Technology Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Installed Qty 2 -
Battery Capacity (Size) - 42 Wh
Battery Life Up to 16.4 hours Up to 10 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad A485 (20MV) Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 20 V, 3.25 A 45 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad A485 (20MV) 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 A485 (20MV) Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.1 Gen 2
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2
HDMI
LAN
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 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card, SDXC UHS Card) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad A485 (20MV) Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Pro National Academic
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad A485 (20MV) 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 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, 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 - 1 year - pick-up and return
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