Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 1 (20U8) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T15 Gen 2 (20W5)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 1 (20U8)
Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 1 (20U8)

Our Rating: 72 %

Lenovo ThinkPad T15 Gen 2 (20W5)
Lenovo ThinkPad T15 Gen 2 (20W5)

Our Rating: 85 %

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 1 (20U8) and Lenovo ThinkPad T15 Gen 2 (20W5). 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.

Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 1 (20U8) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 1 (20U8) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

good battery life

solid performance

adequate port selection

heavy chassis

modest display quality

limited graphics power

higher price point

Lenovo ThinkPad T15 Gen 2 (20W5) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T15 Gen 2 (20W5) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

good battery life

reliable performance

advanced security features

heavier than competitors

average display brightness

limited color options

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 1 (20U8) and Lenovo ThinkPad T15 Gen 2 (20W5)
75 % - Design
65 % - Display
72 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
85 % - Performance
84 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 1 (20U8) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T15 Gen 2 (20W5) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 1 (20U8) Lenovo ThinkPad T15 Gen 2 (20W5)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.65 cm x 25 cm x 2.1 cm 36.58 cm x 24.8 cm x 1.91 cm
Weight 1.98 kg 1.82 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS Polycarbonate ABS, glass-fibre, magnesium alloy, polyphenylene sulfide, polyamide, Talc15
Colour Black Black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 1 (20U8) Lenovo ThinkPad T15 Gen 2 (20W5)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 15.6" - IPS
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 - 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 1 (20U8) Lenovo ThinkPad T15 Gen 2 (20W5)
CPU No CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz
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 T15 Gen 2 (20W5)
RAM 0 GB 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 40 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 1
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 1 (20U8) Lenovo ThinkPad T15 Gen 2 (20W5)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) - 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - Kioxia
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 1 (20U8) Lenovo ThinkPad T15 Gen 2 (20W5)
Graphics Processor (GPU) - Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Memory Allocation Technology - Shared Video Memory (UMA)
Max Monitors Supported - 3 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features ThinkShutter camera privacy 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 High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 1 (20U8) Lenovo ThinkPad T15 Gen 2 (20W5)
Wireless - 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2
Wireless Controller - Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Intel I219-LM
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 1 (20U8) Lenovo ThinkPad T15 Gen 2 (20W5)
Technology Lithium Ion 3-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 45 Wh 57 Wh
Battery Life Up to 13.78 hours Up to 16.8 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 1 (20U8) Lenovo ThinkPad T15 Gen 2 (20W5)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 1 (20U8) Lenovo ThinkPad T15 Gen 2 (20W5)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
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, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 1 (20U8) Lenovo ThinkPad T15 Gen 2 (20W5)
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
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 1 (20U8) Lenovo ThinkPad T15 Gen 2 (20W5)
Operating System (OS) No operating system Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 1 (20U8) Lenovo ThinkPad T15 Gen 2 (20W5)
Dockable Yes Yes
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security - Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, 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 Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS, TCG Certified
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%
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