Lenovo ThinkPad E14 (20RB) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 4 (21E6)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad E14 (20RB) and Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 4 (21E6). Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

Lenovo ThinkPad E14 (20RB) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad E14 (20RB) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

good battery life

reliable performance

affordable price

average display quality

limited graphics power

no thunderbolt support

heavier design

Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 4 (21E6) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 4 (21E6) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

efficient performance

comfortable keyboard

good security features

reasonable price

average display quality

moderate battery life

limited graphics capability

no thunderbolt support

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad E14 (20RB) and Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 4 (21E6)
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad E14 (20RB) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 4 (21E6) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad E14 (20RB) Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 4 (21E6)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.5 cm x 23.2 cm x 1.79 cm 36.5 cm x 24 cm x 1.89 cm
Weight 1.73 kg 1.7 kg
Case Material Aluminum Aluminium (top), polycarbonate ABS (bottom)
Colour Black Black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad E14 (20RB) Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 4 (21E6)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 15.6" - IPS
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
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad E14 (20RB) Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 4 (21E6)
CPU Intel Core i3 (10th Gen) 10110U / 2.1 GHz Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1235U / 1.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.1 GHz 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 10-core
Cache 4 MB 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad E14 (20RB) Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 4 (21E6)
RAM 4 GB (1 x 4 GB) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 16 GB 40 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 1
Empty Slots 0 1
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad E14 (20RB) Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 4 (21E6)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - SK Hynix 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad E14 (20RB) Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 4 (21E6)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 2 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 1080p
Camera Features ThinkShutter camera privacy Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Conexant CX11880 Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Advanced Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features - Harman-branded
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad E14 (20RB) Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 4 (21E6)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2
Wireless Controller Intel Wireless-AC 9560 - M.2 Card M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Realtek R8111GUS Intel I219-V
Features - Wake-on-LAN (WOL), dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad E14 (20RB) Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 4 (21E6)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 45 Wh 57 Wh
Battery Life Up to 12.8 hours Up to 15.6 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad E14 (20RB) Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 4 (21E6)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad E14 (20RB) Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 4 (21E6)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad E14 (20RB) Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 4 (21E6)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 2.0
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
LAN
USB 2.0
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad E14 (20RB) Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 4 (21E6)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 11 Pro - English
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad E14 (20RB) Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 4 (21E6)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
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-810G tested Administrator password, power-on password, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TCG Certified, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Software Solution)
SAR Value 0.469 W/kg (body), 0.469 W/kg (limb) -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Silver EPEAT Gold
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty - Base warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Extended warranty - 1 year - on-site
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