Lenovo ThinkPad L460 vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 520S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 520S)

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Lenovo IdeaPad 520S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 520S)
Lenovo IdeaPad 520S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 520S)

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad L460 and Lenovo IdeaPad 520S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 520S). 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 L460 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad L460 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

durable build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

good battery life

solid performance stability

effective security features

average display quality

heavier design

limited graphics power

no USB-C port

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Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad L460 and Lenovo IdeaPad 520S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 520S)
76 % - Design
64 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad L460 vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 520S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 520S) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L460 Lenovo IdeaPad 520S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 520S)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 33.9 cm x 23.5 cm x 2.43 cm 32.74 cm x 23.65 cm x 1.93 cm
Weight 2.02 kg 1.7 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS
Colour - Mineral grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad L460 Lenovo IdeaPad 520S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 520S)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 14" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness - 220 cd/m²
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad L460 Lenovo IdeaPad 520S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 520S)
CPU Intel Core i5 (6th Gen) 6200U / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i3 (7th Gen) 7130U / 2.7 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.8 GHz -
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache 3 MB 3 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad L460 Lenovo IdeaPad 520S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 520S)
RAM 4 GB 4 GB (1 x 4 GB)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 8 GB
RAM Type DDR3L SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 2133 MHz
Rated Speed - 2400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 204-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 1
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad L460 Lenovo IdeaPad 520S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 520S)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 500 GB HDD 256 GB SSD 2.5" SATA 6Gb/s - Samsung
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad L460 Lenovo IdeaPad 520S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 520S)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 520 Intel HD Graphics 620
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3245 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features - Harman audio technology
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L460 Lenovo IdeaPad 520S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 520S)
Wireless Bluetooth, Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller - Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 3165 - M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad L460 Lenovo IdeaPad 520S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 520S)
Technology Lithium Ion 2-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) - 30 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 7 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad L460 Lenovo IdeaPad 520S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 520S)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt 45 Watt, 20 V, 2.25 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad L460 Lenovo IdeaPad 520S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 520S)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Multi-touch touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L460 Lenovo IdeaPad 520S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 520S)
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.0
USB 3.0 (Always On)
Mini DisplayPort
VGA
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock
USB 2.0 (Always On)
USB 3.1 Gen 1/USB 3.0
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad L460 Lenovo IdeaPad 520S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 520S)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR)) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad L460 Lenovo IdeaPad 520S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 520S)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) Security Chip -
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
Compliant Standards ISO 9001, ISO 14001, RoHS, GREENGUARD RoHS
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return
Model Number - 14IKB 80X2
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