Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20T6) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20T6) and Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad S145). 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 E14 Gen 2 (20T6) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20T6) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

good battery life

decent performance levels

affordable price point

average display quality

limited graphics power

no thunderbolt support

heavier design

Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

decent battery life

solid build quality

simple aesthetic

mediocre display quality

limited storage capacity

average performance

no backlit keyboard

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20T6) and Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
72 % - Design
63 % - Display
45 % - Performance
65 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20T6) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20T6) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.4 cm x 22 cm x 1.79 cm 32.71 cm x 24.1 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.64 kg 1.6 kg
Case Material Aluminum Polycarbonate ABS
Colour Black Platinum grey IMR
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20T6) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 14" - TN
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 220 cd/m²
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20T6) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 4500U / 2.3 GHz Intel Pentium Silver N5000 / 1.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4 GHz 2.7 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core Quad-Core
Cache L3 - 8 MB 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20T6) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (1 x 4 GB)
Max RAM Supported 24 GB 8 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM 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 1 1
Empty Slots 1 0
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20T6) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20T6) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Graphics Intel UHD Graphics 605
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) -
Max Monitors Supported 2 external monitor(s) -
Camera Yes - 720p Yes
Resolution - 0.3 Megapixel
Camera Features Privacy shutter, IR camera, fixed focus -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features Harman/kardon stereo speakers -
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20T6) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
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 -
Ethernet Controller Realtek R8111GUS -
Features Dual stream (2x2) Single stream (1x1)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20T6) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Technology Lithium polymer Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 45 Wh 30 Wh
Battery Life Up to 13 hours Up to 5.5 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20T6) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 45 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20T6) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20T6) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Slots 1 x M.2 Card (1 free) -
Interfaces USB 2.0
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort 1.2 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
USB 2.0
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20T6) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Home in S mode - English
Software Included - Microsoft Office (30 days trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20T6) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Security Discrete 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 -
Theft/Intrusion Protection 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 RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
SAR Value 0.84 W/kg (body), 0.84 W/kg (limb) -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
TCO Certified TCO Certified Notebooks 8 -
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 - 14IGM 81MW
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