In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 1 (20U8) and Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20TD). Compare sizes, performance, storage capacities, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right laptop for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the laptop that will best fit your needs.
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 1 (20U8) | Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20TD) |
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Product Type | Notebook | Notebook |
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Dimensions (WxDxH) | 36.65 cm x 25 cm x 2.1 cm | 36.5 cm x 24 cm x 1.89 cm |
Weight | 1.98 kg | 1.7 kg |
Case Material | Polycarbonate ABS | Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS |
Colour | Black | Black |
DISPLAY | Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 1 (20U8) | Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20TD) |
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Screen Size (Type) | 15.6" | 15.6" - IPS |
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LCD Backlight Technology | LED backlight | LED backlight |
Screen Resolution | - | 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) |
Widescreen | Yes | Yes |
Image Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
Image Brightness | - | 250 cd/m² |
Colour Gamut | 45% | 45% NTSC |
Features | Anti-glare | Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle |
PROCESSOR | Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 1 (20U8) | Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20TD) |
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CPU | No CPU | Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz |
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Max Turbo Speed | - | 4.2 GHz |
Number of Cores | - | Quad-Core |
Cache | - | 8 MB |
64-bit Computing | - | Yes |
Features | - | Integrated memory controller |
MEMORY | Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 1 (20U8) | Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20TD) |
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RAM | 0 GB | 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) |
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Max RAM Supported | 64 GB | 32 GB |
RAM Type | DDR4 SDRAM | DDR4 SDRAM |
Speed | 3200 MHz | 3200 MHz |
Rated Speed | - | 3200 MHz |
Form Factor | SO-DIMM 260-pin | SO-DIMM 260-pin |
Slots Qty | 2 | 1 |
Empty Slots | 2 | 0 |
STORAGE | Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 1 (20U8) | Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20TD) |
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Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) | - | 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) |
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AUDIO & VIDEO | Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 1 (20U8) | Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20TD) |
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Graphics Processor (GPU) | - | Intel Iris Xe Graphics |
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Memory Allocation Technology | - | Shared Video Memory (UMA) |
Max Monitors Supported | - | 2 external monitor(s) |
Camera | Yes - 720p | Yes - 720p |
Camera Features | 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 |
Audio Features | - | Harman/kardon stereo speakers |
COMMUNICATIONS | Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 1 (20U8) | Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20TD) |
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Wireless | - | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 |
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Wireless Controller | - | Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 - M.2 Card |
Network Interface | Gigabit Ethernet | Gigabit Ethernet |
Ethernet Controller | - | Realtek RTL8111H-CG |
Features | - | Dual stream (2x2) |
BATTERY | Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 1 (20U8) | Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20TD) |
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Technology | Lithium Ion | Lithium polymer |
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Battery Capacity (Size) | 45 Wh | 45 Wh |
Battery Life | Up to 13.78 hours | Up to 10.8 hours |
AC ADAPTER | Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 1 (20U8) | Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20TD) |
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Input | AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) | AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) |
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Output | - | 65 Watt |
INPUT | Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 1 (20U8) | Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20TD) |
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Type | Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav | Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav |
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Numeric Keypad | Yes | 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, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls |
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS | Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 1 (20U8) | Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20TD) |
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Slots | - | 1 x M.2 Card (1 free) |
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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 2.0 USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0) HDMI LAN Headphone/microphone combo jack |
Memory Card Reader | Yes (microSD) | - |
SOFTWARE | Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 1 (20U8) | Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20TD) |
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Operating System (OS) | No operating system | Windows 11 Pro - English |
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MISCELLANEOUS | Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 1 (20U8) | Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20TD) |
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Dockable | Yes | - |
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Included Accessories | USB-C power adapter | USB-C power adapter |
Security | - | Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint 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 | Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested |
Compliant Standards | RoHS | RoHS, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certification, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 |
SAR Value | - | 0.438 W/kg (body), 0.438 W/kg (limb) |
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 | - | Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return |