Lenovo ThinkPad T15g Gen 1 (20UR) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15IIL05 (81YK)

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Lenovo ThinkPad T15g Gen 1 (20UR)
Lenovo ThinkPad T15g Gen 1 (20UR)

Our Rating: 85 %

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad T15g Gen 1 (20UR) and Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15IIL05 (81YK). 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 T15g Gen 1 (20UR) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T15g Gen 1 (20UR) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful graphics capabilities

robust build quality

high-resolution display

advanced security features

good thermal management

heavy and bulky

expensive price point

average battery life

limited color accuracy

Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15IIL05 (81YK) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15IIL05 (81YK) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

sleek modern design

solid build quality

decent battery life

good processor performance

average display quality

limited graphics capabilities

no thunderbolt support

modest storage options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad T15g Gen 1 (20UR) and Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15IIL05 (81YK)
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
86 % - Design
75 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad T15g Gen 1 (20UR) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15IIL05 (81YK) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T15g Gen 1 (20UR) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15IIL05 (81YK)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 37.54 cm x 25.23 cm x 3.145 cm 35.667 cm x 23.313 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 2.74 kg 1.66 kg
Case Material Glass-fibre, glass-fibre reinforced plastic, polyphenylene sulfide Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS
Colour Black Graphite grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad T15g Gen 1 (20UR) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15IIL05 (81YK)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 15.6" - TN
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 500 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 72% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, HDR (high dynamic range), 160° viewing angle, Dolby Vision Anti-glare, Wide Viewing Angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad T15g Gen 1 (20UR) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15IIL05 (81YK)
CPU Intel Core i7 (10th Gen) 10750H / 2.6 GHz Intel Core i3 (10th Gen) 1005G1 / 1.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 5 GHz 3.4 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core Dual-Core
Cache 12 MB 4 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
Chipset Mobile Intel WM490 -
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad T15g Gen 1 (20UR) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15IIL05 (81YK)
RAM 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 128 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2933 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 2933 MHz 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 4 -
Empty Slots 2 -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad T15g Gen 1 (20UR) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15IIL05 (81YK)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - TCG Opal Encryption, NVM Express (NVMe) 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe)
RAID Level RAID 0, RAID 1 -
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad T15g Gen 1 (20UR) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15IIL05 (81YK)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER / Intel UHD Graphics Intel UHD Graphics
Max Monitors Supported 4 external monitor(s) -
Video Memory 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM -
Video System Features Max-Q design -
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Resolution - 1 Megapixel
Camera Features IR camera, fixed focus, ThinkShutter camera privacy Privacy shutter
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3286 -
Compliant Standards Dolby Atmos High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T15g Gen 1 (20UR) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15IIL05 (81YK)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Ethernet Controller Intel I219-V -
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation 4G upgradable -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad T15g Gen 1 (20UR) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15IIL05 (81YK)
Technology Lithium polymer Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 94 Wh 70 Wh
Battery Life Up to 17.4 hours Up to 15 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad T15g Gen 1 (20UR) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15IIL05 (81YK)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 230 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad T15g Gen 1 (20UR) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15IIL05 (81YK)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T15g Gen 1 (20UR) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15IIL05 (81YK)
Interfaces USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort 1.2 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card) 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad T15g Gen 1 (20UR) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15IIL05 (81YK)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Home in S mode - English
Software Included - Microsoft Office (30 days trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad T15g Gen 1 (20UR) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15IIL05 (81YK)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection 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
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
SAR Value - 0.441 W/kg (body), 0.441 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
TCO Certified TCO Certified Notebooks 8 -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 8 - 95% -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Limited warranty - battery - 1 year
Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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