Lenovo ThinkPad L13 (20R3) vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s)

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Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad L13 (20R3) and Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s). 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.

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Lenovo ThinkPad L13 (20R3) vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L13 (20R3) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.15 cm x 21.9 cm x 1.76 cm 30.76 cm x 21.64 cm x 1.59 cm
Weight 1.38 kg 1.32 kg
Case Material Aluminum, glass-fibre reinforced plastic Aluminum
Colour Silver | Black Mineral grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad L13 (20R3) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - IPS 13.3" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) -
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 300 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Features Anti-glare, on-cell touch technology, 170° viewing angle Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle, Dolby Vision
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad L13 (20R3) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s)
CPU Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 10210U / 1.6 GHz Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 10210U / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 4.2 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 6 MB 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad L13 (20R3) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 16 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz 2666 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz 2666 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad L13 (20R3) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Samsung 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad L13 (20R3) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics Intel UHD Graphics
Max Monitors Supported 2 external monitor(s) -
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features ThinkShutter camera privacy ThinkShutter camera privacy
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Conexant CX11880 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio X3
Audio Features - Harman audio technology
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L13 (20R3) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller Intel Wireless-AC 9560 - M.2 Card M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Ethernet Controller Intel I219-V -
Features Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad L13 (20R3) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 46 Wh 45 Wh
Battery Life Up to 14.1 hours Up to 11 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad L13 (20R3) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad L13 (20R3) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L13 (20R3) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad L13 (20R3) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English
Software Included - Microsoft Office (30 days trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad L13 (20R3) Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader 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, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
SAR Value 0.98 W/kg (body), 0.98 W/kg (limb) 0.568 W/kg (body), 0.568 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 - 3 years - pick-up and return
Model Number - IML 20RR
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