Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TB) vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G2 ITL (20VE)

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Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G2 ITL (20VE)
Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G2 ITL (20VE)

Our Rating: 78 %

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TB) and Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G2 ITL (20VE). 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 (20TB) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TB) 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 ThinkBook 15 G2 ITL (20VE) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G2 ITL (20VE) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

efficient intel processors

affordable price point

ample connectivity options

decent battery life

average display quality

modest graphics performance

heavier design

limited upgradeability

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TB) and Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G2 ITL (20VE)
86 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TB) vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G2 ITL (20VE) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TB) Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G2 ITL (20VE)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.4 cm x 22 cm x 1.89 cm 35.7 cm x 23.5 cm x 1.89 cm
Weight 1.59 kg 1.7 kg
Case Material Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS
Colour Black Dual tone mineral grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TB) Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G2 ITL (20VE)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - TN 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 220 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, 90° viewing angle Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TB) Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G2 ITL (20VE)
CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz Intel Core i3 (11th Gen) 1115G4 / 3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 4.1 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache 8 MB 6 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TB) Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G2 ITL (20VE)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 36 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 3200 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 Gen 2 (20TB) Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G2 ITL (20VE)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) - Samsung 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TB) Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G2 ITL (20VE)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel UHD Graphics
Max Monitors Supported 2 external monitor(s) -
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features ThinkShutter camera privacy Fixed focus, 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 High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features Harman/kardon stereo speakers -
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TB) Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G2 ITL (20VE)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 - M.2 Card Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 - M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Realtek RTL8111H-CG -
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TB) Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G2 ITL (20VE)
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 45 Wh 45 Wh
Battery Life Up to 11.9 hours Up to 6 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TB) Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G2 ITL (20VE)
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 (20TB) Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G2 ITL (20VE)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TB) Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G2 ITL (20VE)
Slots 1 x M.2 Card (1 free) 2 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-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TB) Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G2 ITL (20VE)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - German
Software Included - Microsoft Office (30 days trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TB) Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G2 ITL (20VE)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington nano 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 Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, Rapid Charge Pro
Compliant Standards RoHS, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certification, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 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) 0.29 W/kg (body), 0.29 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold EPEAT Silver
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
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