Lenovo ThinkPad L390 (20NR) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX)

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Lenovo ThinkPad L390 (20NR)
Lenovo ThinkPad L390 (20NR)

Our Rating: 75 %

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad L390 (20NR) and Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX). 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 L390 (20NR) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad L390 (20NR) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

good battery life

solid performance

reliable security features

heavier than competitors

average display quality

limited graphics power

no thunderbolt support

Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

compact and portable

strong security features

decent processor performance

average battery life

limited storage capacity

no thunderbolt support

dim display brightness

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad L390 (20NR) and Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX)
83 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
84 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
86 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad L390 (20NR) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L390 (20NR) Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.18 cm x 22.42 cm x 1.88 cm 30.77 cm x 20.98 cm x 1.74 cm
Weight 1.46 kg 1.27 kg
Case Material Aluminum, glass-fibre reinforced plastic Magnesium-aluminum alloy, polyphenylene sulfide
Colour Black Black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad L390 (20NR) Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - IPS 12.5" - IPS
Touchscreen - Yes (10-point multi-touch)
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 300 cd/m²
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad L390 (20NR) Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX)
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8265U / 1.6 GHz AMD Ryzen 5 Pro 2500U / 2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.9 GHz 3.6 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 6 MB L2 - 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad L390 (20NR) Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 2400 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz 2400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad L390 (20NR) Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - TCG Opal Encryption, NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - TCG Opal Encryption, NVM Express (NVMe) - Samsung
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad L390 (20NR) Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 AMD Radeon Vega 8
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features - 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 Premium High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L390 (20NR) Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2
Wireless Controller Intel Wireless-AC 9560 - M.2 Card Realtek RTL8822BE - M.2 Card
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad L390 (20NR) Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX)
Technology Lithium Ion 6-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 45 Wh 48 Wh
Battery Life Up to 14.61 hours Up to 10.55 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad L390 (20NR) Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt, 20 V, 3.25 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad L390 (20NR) Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L390 (20NR) Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
USB 3.1 Gen 2
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2
HDMI
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock
LAN (on supplied cable)
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad L390 (20NR) Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad L390 (20NR) Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX)
Dockable - Yes
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington mini 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-810G tested
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS
SAR Value 0.995 W/kg (limb), 0.995 W/kg (body) -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
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