Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 3 (20YD) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T490

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 3 (20YD) and Lenovo ThinkPad T490. 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 3 (20YD) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 3 (20YD) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

efficient performance

comfortable keyboard

good value pricing

decent battery life

average display quality

limited graphics power

no thunderbolt support

modest storage capacity

Lenovo ThinkPad T490 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T490 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

impressive battery life

good security features

reliable performance

average display quality

limited graphics power

noisy under load

heavier than competitors

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 3 (20YD) and Lenovo ThinkPad T490
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
80 % - Performance
84 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 3 (20YD) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T490 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 3 (20YD) Lenovo ThinkPad T490
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.4 cm x 22.07 cm x 1.79 cm -
Weight 1.64 kg -
Case Material Aluminum -
Colour Black -
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 3 (20YD) Lenovo ThinkPad T490
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 14"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 -
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² -
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle -
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 3 (20YD) Lenovo ThinkPad T490
CPU AMD Ryzen 7 5700U / 1.8 GHz Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8365U / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.3 GHz 4.1 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core Quad-Core
Cache L3 - 8 MB 6 MB
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 3 (20YD) Lenovo ThinkPad T490
RAM 16 GB (1 x 8 GB + 8 GB (soldered)) 8 GB
Max RAM Supported 24 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM -
Speed 3200 MHz -
Rated Speed 3200 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 3 (20YD) Lenovo ThinkPad T490
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x4 - Samsung 256 GB SSD
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 3 (20YD) Lenovo ThinkPad T490
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Graphics Intel UHD Graphics
Max Monitors Supported 2 external monitor(s) -
Camera Yes - 720p -
Camera Features Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone -
Codec Realtek ALC3287 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio -
Audio Features Harman audio technology -
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 3 (20YD) Lenovo ThinkPad T490
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 -
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 200 - M.2 Card -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Ethernet Controller Realtek RTL8111GUS -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 3 (20YD) Lenovo ThinkPad T490
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer -
Battery Capacity (Size) 57 Wh -
Battery Life Up to 15.8 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 3 (20YD) Lenovo ThinkPad T490
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 65 Watt -
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 3 (20YD) Lenovo ThinkPad T490
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 3 (20YD) Lenovo ThinkPad T490
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 3.0)
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 3 (20YD) Lenovo ThinkPad T490
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro Windows 10 Pro
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 3 (20YD) Lenovo ThinkPad T490
Dockable - Yes
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Security Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader -
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password -
Compliant Standards RoHS, GREENGUARD, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TCG Certified ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001, GDPR
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% -
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