Lenovo ThinkPad E590 (20NC) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad E590 (20NC) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

comfortable keyboard design

adequate performance level

reasonable price point

solid security features

mediocre battery life

average display quality

limited graphics power

heavier than competitors

LG gram 14Z90R Review

Advantages and disadvantages of LG gram 14Z90R based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

ultra-lightweight design

long-lasting battery

high-resolution display

robust processing power

fast ssd storage

higher price range

limited gaming performance

no dedicated gpu

fewer ports available

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad E590 (20NC) and LG gram 14Z90R
73 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
85 % - Design
83 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad E590 (20NC) vs. LG gram 14Z90R Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad E590 (20NC) LG gram 14Z90R
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.9 cm x 25.25 cm x 1.99 cm 21.1 cm x 21.39 cm x 1.68 cm
Weight 2.12 kg 999 g
Case Material Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS Polycarbonate ABS, magnesium alloy
Colour Black Obsidian black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad E590 (20NC) LG gram 14Z90R
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - TN 14" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 220 cd/m² 350 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 90% 99% DCI-P3, 95% DCI-P3
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, 60 Hz refresh rate
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad E590 (20NC) LG gram 14Z90R
CPU Intel Core i3 (8th Gen) 8145U / 2.1 GHz Intel Core i7 (13th Gen) 1360P / 2.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.9 GHz 5 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 12-core
Cache 4 MB 18 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Platform Technology - Intel Evo
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad E590 (20NC) LG gram 14Z90R
RAM 4 GB (1 x 4 GB) 16 GB
Max RAM Supported 32 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 6000 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad E590 (20NC) LG gram 14Z90R
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe) - Toshiba 1 TB SSD M.2 2280 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad E590 (20NC) LG gram 14Z90R
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - Full HD
Camera Features - Face recognition, IR camera
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, two microphones
Codec Conexant CX11880 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Advanced Audio Dolby Atmos
Audio Features - Output: Smart Amp
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad E590 (20NC) LG gram 14Z90R
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 9260 - M.2 Card -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Ethernet Controller Realtek R8111GUS -
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad E590 (20NC) LG gram 14Z90R
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion -
Battery Capacity (Size) 45 Wh 80 Wh
Battery Life Up to 11 hours Up to 28.5 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad E590 (20NC) LG gram 14Z90R
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad E590 (20NC) LG gram 14Z90R
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Touchpad, 101 keys keyboard
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Precision touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad E590 (20NC) LG gram 14Z90R
Slots - 2 x SSD (1 free)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 2.0
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Headphone/microphone combo jack (mini-phone 3.5 mm)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2x1 (supports DisplayPort)
2 x USB4 Gen 3x2 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad E590 (20NC) LG gram 14Z90R
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 11 Home
Software Included - Microsoft 365 (30 days trial), McAfee LiveSafe (30 days trial), LG On Screen Display 3, Alexa, Intel Connectivity Performance Suite, PCmover Professional, LG PC Manuals, LG Update & Recovery, LG Glance by Mirametrix, New Wallpaper, Intel Unison, Dolby Atmos sound, LG Lively Theme, LG Display Extension, LG Security Guard, Sync on Mobile, LG Smart Assistant 2.0
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad E590 (20NC) LG gram 14Z90R
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter 65W USB-C power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) 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-810G tested LED indicator
Compliant Standards RoHS MIL-STD 810H
SAR Value 0.436 W/kg (body), 0.436 W/kg (limb) -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Silver -
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year
Model Number - K.AA78A1
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