Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 1 (20U1) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 1 (20U5)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 1 (20U1) and Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 1 (20U5). With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare dimensions, performance, storage, functions, but also other key features of both laptops and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the laptop that best fits your needs and expectations.

Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 1 (20U1) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 1 (20U1) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

good security features

decent battery life

solid performance

average display quality

heavier than competitors

limited graphics power

noisy under load

Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 1 (20U5) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 1 (20U5) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

good security features

solid performance

reasonable price

average display quality

heavier than competitors

modest battery life

limited graphics performance

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 1 (20U1) and Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 1 (20U5)
76 % - Design
66 % - Display
72 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
69 % - Design
63 % - Display
72 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 1 (20U1) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 1 (20U5) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 1 (20U1) Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 1 (20U5)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 33.1 cm x 23.5 cm x 2.04 cm 33.1 cm x 23.5 cm x 2.04 cm
Weight 1.61 kg 1.61 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS Polycarbonate ABS
Colour Black Black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 1 (20U1) Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 1 (20U5)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 14" - 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 250 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 45%
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 1 (20U1) Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 1 (20U5)
CPU Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 10210U / 1.6 GHz AMD Ryzen 5 4500U / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 4 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 6-core
Cache 6 MB L3 - 8 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 1 (20U1) Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 1 (20U5)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 1 1
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 1 (20U1) Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 1 (20U5)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption, NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 1 (20U1) Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 1 (20U5)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics AMD Radeon Graphics
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) -
Max Monitors Supported 2 external monitor(s) 3 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus, ThinkShutter camera privacy IR camera, 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
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 1 (20U1) Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 1 (20U5)
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 Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 200
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Intel I219-V Realtek RTL8111HN
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation 4G upgradable WWAN upgradable
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 1 (20U1) Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 1 (20U5)
Technology Lithium polymer Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 45 Wh 45 Wh
Battery Life Up to 12.3 hours Up to 14.36 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 1 (20U1) Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 1 (20U5)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 1 (20U1) Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 1 (20U5)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 1 (20U1) Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 1 (20U5)
Slots 1 x M.2 Card (1 free) -
Interfaces USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort 1.2 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.2 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort 1.2 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.2 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 1 (20U1) Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 1 (20U5)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 1 (20U1) Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 1 (20U5)
Dockable Yes Yes
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader
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, self-healing BIOS Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards RoHS, TCG Certified RoHS
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold EPEAT Gold
TCO Certified TCO Certified Notebooks 8 TCO Certified Notebooks 8
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 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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