Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TA) vs. AORUS 7 SA (7UK1131SH)

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Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TA)
Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TA)

Our Rating: 78 %

AORUS 7 SA (7UK1131SH)
AORUS 7 SA (7UK1131SH)

Our Rating: 78 %

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TA) and AORUS 7 SA (7UK1131SH). 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 E14 Gen 2 (20TA) Review

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

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

good security features

decent battery life

affordable price point

average display quality

moderate graphics performance

no thunderbolt support

limited color options

AORUS 7 SA (7UK1131SH) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of AORUS 7 SA (7UK1131SH) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

high refresh rate display

powerful gaming performance

expandable storage options

decent thermal management

RGB backlit keyboard

heavy build

average battery life

noisy under load

limited port selection

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TA) and AORUS 7 SA (7UK1131SH)
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TA) vs. AORUS 7 SA (7UK1131SH) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TA) AORUS 7 SA (7UK1131SH)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.4 cm x 22 cm x 1.79 cm 39.9 cm x 28.2 cm x 2.92 cm
Weight 1.64 kg 2.5 kg
Case Material Aluminum -
Colour Black -
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TA) AORUS 7 SA (7UK1131SH)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 17.3" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 144 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 -
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC -
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TA) AORUS 7 SA (7UK1131SH)
CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz Intel Core i7 (9th Gen) 9750H / 2.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 4.5 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 6-core
Cache 8 MB -
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Chipset - Intel HM470
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Platform Trust Technology (PTT)
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TA) AORUS 7 SA (7UK1131SH)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 2666 MHz
Rated Speed 3200 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 2
Empty Slots 0 0
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TA) AORUS 7 SA (7UK1131SH)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
Secondary Storage - 1 TB HDD
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TA) AORUS 7 SA (7UK1131SH)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti / Intel UHD Graphics 630
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) -
Max Monitors Supported 2 external monitor(s) -
Video Memory - 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - NVIDIA Optimus
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - HD
Camera Features IR camera, ThinkShutter camera privacy -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio -
Audio Features Harman/kardon stereo speakers Nahimic 3 sound technology
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TA) AORUS 7 SA (7UK1131SH)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 - M.2 Card Killer Wireless-AC 1550
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Realtek RTL8111H-CG -
Features Dual stream (2x2) -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TA) AORUS 7 SA (7UK1131SH)
Technology Lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 45 Wh 48.96 Wh
Battery Life Up to 11.9 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TA) AORUS 7 SA (7UK1131SH)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 65 Watt 180 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TA) AORUS 7 SA (7UK1131SH)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes (RGB)
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TA) AORUS 7 SA (7UK1131SH)
Slots 1 x M.2 Card (1 free) -
Interfaces 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
LAN
USB 2.0
USB 3.1 Gen 2
USB 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.3 Alt Mode)
Headphone output
Microphone input
Mini DisplayPort 1.2
Memory Card Reader - Yes (SD Card)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TA) AORUS 7 SA (7UK1131SH)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro - English Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TA) AORUS 7 SA (7UK1131SH)
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) Security Chip
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-810H tested, self-healing BIOS -
Compliant Standards RoHS, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certification, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 -
SAR Value 0.84 W/kg (body), 0.84 W/kg (limb) -
ENERGY STAR Certified 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 - 2 years
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