Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) vs. Lenovo 14w Gen 2 (82N8)

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Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN)
Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN)

Our Rating: 85 %

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) and Lenovo 14w Gen 2 (82N8). With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare dimensions, performance, storage, functions, but also other key features of both laptops and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the laptop that best fits your needs and expectations.

Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

impressive battery life

strong security features

lightweight design

average display brightness

limited graphics performance

no HDMI port

higher price point

Lenovo 14w Gen 2 (82N8) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo 14w Gen 2 (82N8) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

robust build quality

efficient AMD processor

lightweight design

decent battery life

limited storage capacity

mediocre display resolution

no backlit keyboard

fewer USB ports

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) and Lenovo 14w Gen 2 (82N8)
82 % - Design
83 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
72 % - Design
64 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) vs. Lenovo 14w Gen 2 (82N8) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) Lenovo 14w Gen 2 (82N8)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.75 cm x 22.44 cm x 1.681 cm 32.5 cm x 22.3 cm x 1.77 cm
Weight 1.36 kg 1.45 kg
Case Material Aluminum, magnesium alloy, carbon fibre hybrid Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS
Colour Villi black Black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) Lenovo 14w Gen 2 (82N8)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 14" - TN
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) -
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1366 x 768 (HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 220 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, on-cell touch technology, 170° viewing angle Anti-glare, 90° viewing angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) Lenovo 14w Gen 2 (82N8)
CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz AMD 3000 Series 3015e / 1.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 2.3 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache 8 MB L3 - 4 MB
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) Lenovo 14w Gen 2 (82N8)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 4266 MHz 1600 MHz
Rated Speed 4266 MHz 1600 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) Lenovo 14w Gen 2 (82N8)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption, NVM Express (NVMe) - Samsung 64 GB eMMC - eMMC 5.01
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) Lenovo 14w Gen 2 (82N8)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics AMD Radeon Graphics
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) Shared Video Memory (UMA)
Max Monitors Supported 3 external monitor(s) 2 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features Privacy shutter, fixed focus 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 -
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) Lenovo 14w Gen 2 (82N8)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 200 - M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter Dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation 4G -
Technology LTE -
Controller Quectel EM120R-GL - M.2 Card -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) Lenovo 14w Gen 2 (82N8)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 57 Wh 57 Wh
Battery Life Up to 23.6 hours Up to 13.5 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) Lenovo 14w Gen 2 (82N8)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) Lenovo 14w Gen 2 (82N8)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
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-pry key caps
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) Lenovo 14w Gen 2 (82N8)
Slots 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free) -
Interfaces USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock (combined dual USB-C and ethernet side connection)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort 1.2 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) Lenovo 14w Gen 2 (82N8)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English
Software Included - Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) Lenovo 14w Gen 2 (82N8)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington nano 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, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password Administrator password, power-on password, MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold EPEAT Silver
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% -
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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