Lenovo ThinkPad L470 (20JV) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad L490 (20Q6)

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Lenovo ThinkPad L470 (20JV)
Lenovo ThinkPad L470 (20JV)
Lenovo ThinkPad L490 (20Q6)
Lenovo ThinkPad L490 (20Q6)

Our Rating: 72 %

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad L470 (20JV) and Lenovo ThinkPad L490 (20Q6). 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 L490 (20Q6) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad L490 (20Q6) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

good security features

decent battery life

reliable performance

average display quality

modest graphics power

heavier design

limited storage options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad L470 (20JV) and Lenovo ThinkPad L490 (20Q6)
76 % - Design
66 % - Display
72 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad L470 (20JV) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad L490 (20Q6) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L470 (20JV) Lenovo ThinkPad L490 (20Q6)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 33.9 cm x 23.5 cm x 2.39 cm 33.5 cm x 23.5 cm x 2.25 cm
Weight 1.87 kg 1.69 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS Polycarbonate ABS
Colour Black Black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad L470 (20JV) Lenovo ThinkPad L490 (20Q6)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 14" - TN
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1366 x 768 (HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 220 cd/m² 220 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45%
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, 90° viewing angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad L470 (20JV) Lenovo ThinkPad L490 (20Q6)
CPU Intel Core i3 (6th Gen) 6100U / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i3 (8th Gen) 8145U / 2.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 3.9 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache 3 MB 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad L470 (20JV) Lenovo ThinkPad L490 (20Q6)
RAM 4 GB (1 x 4 GB) 4 GB (1 x 4 GB)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2133 MHz 2400 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 2666 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 1 1
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad L470 (20JV) Lenovo ThinkPad L490 (20Q6)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD 2.5" (7 mm) SATA 6Gb/s 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - TCG Opal Encryption - Toshiba
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad L470 (20JV) Lenovo ThinkPad L490 (20Q6)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 520 Intel UHD Graphics 620
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features - ThinkShutter camera privacy
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3268 Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Advanced Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L470 (20JV) Lenovo ThinkPad L490 (20Q6)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8260 - M.2 Card Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 9260 - M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad L470 (20JV) Lenovo ThinkPad L490 (20Q6)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 23 Wh 45 Wh
Battery Life Up to 7.24 hours Up to 12 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad L470 (20JV) Lenovo ThinkPad L490 (20Q6)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 20 V 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad L470 (20JV) Lenovo ThinkPad L490 (20Q6)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L470 (20JV) Lenovo ThinkPad L490 (20Q6)
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1/USB 3.0
VGA
Mini DisplayPort
LAN
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 1/USB 3.0 (Always On)
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock
USB 3.1 Gen 1
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad L470 (20JV) Lenovo ThinkPad L490 (20Q6)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad L470 (20JV) Lenovo ThinkPad L490 (20Q6)
Dockable Yes Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
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, MIL-STD-810G tested Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Silver
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