Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 (21AB) vs. Lenovo V15 G4 IAH (83FS)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 (21AB) and Lenovo V15 G4 IAH (83FS). 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 L13 Gen 2 (21AB) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 (21AB) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

good battery life

reliable performance

compact and portable

average display quality

limited graphics power

no thunderbolt support

higher price segment

Lenovo V15 G4 IAH (83FS) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo V15 G4 IAH (83FS) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price point

solid build quality

decent processor performance

sufficient connectivity options

lightweight design

average display quality

limited graphics power

modest battery life

no backlit keyboard

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 (21AB) and Lenovo V15 G4 IAH (83FS)
83 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
75 % - Design
65 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 (21AB) vs. Lenovo V15 G4 IAH (83FS) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 (21AB) Lenovo V15 G4 IAH (83FS)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.15 cm x 21.9 cm x 1.76 cm 35.92 cm x 23.58 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.39 kg 1.67 kg
Case Material Aluminum, glass-fibre reinforced plastic Polycarbonate ABS (bottom), polycarbonate ABS (top)
Colour Black Business black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 (21AB) Lenovo V15 G4 IAH (83FS)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - IPS 15.6" - TN
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle Anti-glare, Low Blue Light technology
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 (21AB) Lenovo V15 G4 IAH (83FS)
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 Pro 5650U / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 12500H / 2.5 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 4.5 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core 12-core
Cache L3 - 16 MB 18 MB
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 (21AB) Lenovo V15 G4 IAH (83FS)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported - 16 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 3200 MHz 3200 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 (21AB) Lenovo V15 G4 IAH (83FS)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 (21AB) Lenovo V15 G4 IAH (83FS)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) -
Max Monitors Supported 3 external monitor(s) 2 external monitor(s)
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features Privacy shutter, IR camera, fixed focus Privacy shutter, fixed focus
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features - Input: noise-cancellation technology
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 (21AB) Lenovo V15 G4 IAH (83FS)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller Realtek RTL8852AE - M.2 Card M.2 Card
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Compliant Standards DASH -
Features Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter, dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 (21AB) Lenovo V15 G4 IAH (83FS)
Technology Lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 46 Wh 38 Wh
Battery Life Up to 12.492 hours Up to 9.1 hours
Battery Run Time - Local video (1080p) playback time (150 nits): up to 9.1 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 (21AB) Lenovo V15 G4 IAH (83FS)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 (21AB) Lenovo V15 G4 IAH (83FS)
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, SMB Service hot key
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 (21AB) Lenovo V15 G4 IAH (83FS)
Interfaces USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock (combined dual USB-C and ethernet side connection)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort 1.2 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI 1.4b
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 2.0
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 (21AB) Lenovo V15 G4 IAH (83FS)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 11 Pro - English
Software Included - Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 (21AB) Lenovo V15 G4 IAH (83FS)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Security Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
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, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 6, FSC, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Software Solution)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
TCO Certified TCO Certified Notebooks 8 -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating 8 - 95% 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty Base warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Extended warranty - 1 year - on-site
Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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