Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 4 (21H7) vs. Lenovo 100w Gen 4 (82VK)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 4 (21H7) and Lenovo 100w Gen 4 (82VK). 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 4 (21H7) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 4 (21H7) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

good battery life

solid performance

adequate connectivity options

mediocre display quality

heavier than competitors

limited graphics performance

higher price point

Lenovo 100w Gen 4 (82VK) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo 100w Gen 4 (82VK) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

compact design

durable build quality

efficient battery life

suitable for basic tasks

limited storage capacity

mediocre display resolution

underpowered for gaming

fewer connectivity options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 4 (21H7) and Lenovo 100w Gen 4 (82VK)
81 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
74 % - Design
66 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 4 (21H7) vs. Lenovo 100w Gen 4 (82VK) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 4 (21H7) Lenovo 100w Gen 4 (82VK)
Product Type Notebook - 180-degree hinge design Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.02 cm x 23.7 cm x 1.993 cm 28.7 cm x 20 cm x 1.975 cm
Weight 1.77 kg 1.16 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS (bottom), polycarbonate ABS (top) Polycarbonate ABS (bottom), polycarbonate ABS (top)
Colour Thunder black Slate grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 4 (21H7) Lenovo 100w Gen 4 (82VK)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 11.6" - TN
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1366 x 768 (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 Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 4 (21H7) Lenovo 100w Gen 4 (82VK)
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 Pro 7530U / 2 GHz Intel N-series N100 / 800 MHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.5 GHz 3.4 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core Quad-Core
Cache L3 - 16 MB 6 MB
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 4 (21H7) Lenovo 100w Gen 4 (82VK)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 4800 MHz
Rated Speed 3200 MHz 4800 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 4 (21H7) Lenovo 100w Gen 4 (82VK)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe) 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 4 (21H7) Lenovo 100w Gen 4 (82VK)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Graphics Intel UHD Graphics
Max Monitors Supported 3 external monitor(s) 2 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes - 720p
Camera Features Privacy shutter, Windows Hello, fixed focus, hybrid FHD/IR camera Privacy shutter, fixed focus
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features Input: Dolby Voice, far-field -
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 4 (21H7) Lenovo 100w Gen 4 (82VK)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller AMD RZ616 - M.2 Card Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 - M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Ethernet Controller Realtek RTL8111EPV -
Compliant Standards DASH -
Features Wake-on-LAN (WOL), dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation 4G upgradable -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 4 (21H7) Lenovo 100w Gen 4 (82VK)
Technology Lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 57 Wh 47 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 12.3 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 4 (21H7) Lenovo 100w Gen 4 (82VK)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 4 (21H7) Lenovo 100w Gen 4 (82VK)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad, anti-pick proof key caps, full-skirt design key caps
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 4 (21H7) Lenovo 100w Gen 4 (82VK)
Interfaces USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI (4K support)
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 4 (21H7) Lenovo 100w Gen 4 (82VK)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro - English Windows 11 Pro - English
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 4 (21H7) Lenovo 100w Gen 4 (82VK)
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 Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot Kensington NanoSaver security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, MIL-STD-810H tested, secure wipe
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 6, TCG Certified, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 26, TCO Certified 9.0 RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 6, ASTM F963, TCG Certified, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 26, TCO Certified 9.0
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 - response time: next business day
Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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