Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TA) vs. Lenovo V14-ADA (Lenovo V14)

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

Our Rating: 78 %

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TA) and Lenovo V14-ADA (Lenovo V14). 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 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

Lenovo V14-ADA (Lenovo V14) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo V14-ADA (Lenovo V14) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

adequate performance

solid build quality

decent battery life

average display quality

limited storage capacity

no backlit keyboard

basic graphics card

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TA) and Lenovo V14-ADA (Lenovo V14)
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
76 % - Design
63 % - Display
65 % - Performance
65 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TA) vs. Lenovo V14-ADA (Lenovo V14) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TA) Lenovo V14-ADA (Lenovo V14)
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 Iron grey texture
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TA) Lenovo V14-ADA (Lenovo V14)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 14" - TN
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 220 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC -
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TA) Lenovo V14-ADA (Lenovo V14)
CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz AMD Ryzen 3 3250U / 2.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 3.5 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache 8 MB L3 - 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TA) Lenovo V14-ADA (Lenovo V14)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 12 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 0 1
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TA) Lenovo V14-ADA (Lenovo V14)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TA) Lenovo V14-ADA (Lenovo V14)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics AMD Radeon Graphics
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) -
Max Monitors Supported 2 external monitor(s) -
Camera Yes - 720p Yes
Resolution - 0.3 Megapixel
Camera Features IR camera, ThinkShutter camera privacy -
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 (20TA) Lenovo V14-ADA (Lenovo V14)
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 M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Ethernet Controller Realtek RTL8111H-CG -
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TA) Lenovo V14-ADA (Lenovo V14)
Technology Lithium polymer Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 45 Wh 35 Wh
Battery Life Up to 11.9 hours Up to 6 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TA) Lenovo V14-ADA (Lenovo V14)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TA) Lenovo V14-ADA (Lenovo V14)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TA) Lenovo V14-ADA (Lenovo V14)
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
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 (20TA) Lenovo V14-ADA (Lenovo V14)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro - English Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English
Software Included - Microsoft Office (30 days trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TA) Lenovo V14-ADA (Lenovo V14)
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, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certification, 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 - ADA 82C6
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