Lenovo ThinkPad A485 (20MV) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad A485 (20MV) and Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX). With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare dimensions, performance, storage, functions, but also other key features of both laptops and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the laptop that best fits your needs and expectations.

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 ThinkPad A285 (20MX) Review

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

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

compact and portable

strong security features

decent processor performance

average battery life

limited storage capacity

no thunderbolt support

dim display brightness

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad A485 (20MV) and Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX)
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
86 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad A485 (20MV) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad A485 (20MV) Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 33.66 cm x 23.25 cm x 1.995 cm 30.77 cm x 20.98 cm x 1.74 cm
Weight 1.85 kg 1.27 kg
Case Material Glass-fibre reinforced plastic, polyphenylene sulfide Magnesium-aluminum alloy, polyphenylene sulfide
Colour Black Black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad A485 (20MV) Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 12.5" - IPS
Touchscreen - Yes (10-point multi-touch)
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 250 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad A485 (20MV) Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX)
CPU AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 2700U / 2.2 GHz AMD Ryzen 5 Pro 2500U / 2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.8 GHz 3.6 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache L2 - 4 MB L2 - 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad A485 (20MV) Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 2400 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 ThinkPad A285 (20MX)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - TCG Opal Encryption - Samsung 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - TCG Opal Encryption, NVM Express (NVMe) - Samsung
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad A485 (20MV) Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Vega 10 AMD Radeon Vega 8
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features ThinkShutter camera privacy ThinkShutter camera privacy
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad A485 (20MV) Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2
Wireless Controller Realtek RTL8822BE - M.2 Card Realtek RTL8822BE - M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Realtek RTL8111GUL -
Features - Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad A485 (20MV) Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX)
Technology Lithium Ion 6-cell Lithium Ion
Installed Qty 2 -
Battery Capacity (Size) - 48 Wh
Battery Life Up to 16.4 hours Up to 10.55 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad A485 (20MV) Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 20 V, 3.25 A 65 Watt, 20 V, 3.25 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad A485 (20MV) Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad A485 (20MV) Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX)
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 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
LAN (on supplied cable)
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card, SDXC UHS Card) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad A485 (20MV) Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad A485 (20MV) Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX)
Dockable Yes 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 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington mini security slot Kensington mini 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, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
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