Lenovo ThinkPad T15p Gen 2 (21A7) vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G2 ACH (20YM)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad T15p Gen 2 (21A7) and Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G2 ACH (20YM). 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 T15p Gen 2 (21A7) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T15p Gen 2 (21A7) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

powerful processor performance

comfortable keyboard layout

ample connectivity options

efficient thermal management

heavier than competitors

average battery life

premium price point

limited display brightness

Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G2 ACH (20YM) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G2 ACH (20YM) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful amd processor

high-resolution display

robust aluminum chassis

good thermal management

decent battery life

heavier than competitors

no biometric features

limited port selection

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad T15p Gen 2 (21A7) and Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G2 ACH (20YM)
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
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85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad T15p Gen 2 (21A7) vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G2 ACH (20YM) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T15p Gen 2 (21A7) Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G2 ACH (20YM)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.65 cm x 25 cm x 2.27 cm 35.6 cm x 25.2 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 2.07 kg 1.99 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS Aluminum
Colour Black Dual tone mineral grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad T15p Gen 2 (21A7) Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G2 ACH (20YM)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 16" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle Auto Brightness Control, anti-glare, 170° viewing angle, X-Rite Pantone factory color calibration, Dolby Vision
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad T15p Gen 2 (21A7) Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G2 ACH (20YM)
CPU Intel Core i7 (11th Gen) 11800H / 2.3 GHz AMD Ryzen 7 5800H / 3.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.6 GHz 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core 8-core
Cache 24 MB L3 - 16 MB
Chipset Intel WM590 -
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad T15p Gen 2 (21A7) Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G2 ACH (20YM)
RAM 16 GB (1 x 16 GB) 16 GB (1 x 8 GB + 8 GB (soldered))
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 24 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 3200 MHz 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 1
Empty Slots 1 0
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad T15p Gen 2 (21A7) Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G2 ACH (20YM)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - Western Digital
RAID Level RAID 0, RAID 1 -
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad T15p Gen 2 (21A7) Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G2 ACH (20YM)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 / Intel UHD Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 / AMD Radeon Graphics
Max Monitors Supported 2 external monitor(s) 2 external monitor(s)
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - Max-Q design, NVIDIA Resizable BAR, Dynamic Boost 2.0
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 1080p
Camera Features Privacy shutter, IR camera, fixed focus Privacy shutter, fixed focus
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 Realtek ALC3306
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio High Definition Audio
Audio Features - Harman-branded
VR Ready - Yes
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T15p Gen 2 (21A7) Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G2 ACH (20YM)
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 M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features Wake-on-LAN (WOL), dual stream (2x2) -
WWAN
Generation 4G upgradable -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad T15p Gen 2 (21A7) Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G2 ACH (20YM)
Technology Lithium polymer 4-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 68 Wh 71 Wh
Battery Life Up to 10.6 hours Up to 6.9 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad T15p Gen 2 (21A7) Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G2 ACH (20YM)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 135 Watt 230 Watt, 20 V
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad T15p Gen 2 (21A7) Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G2 ACH (20YM)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T15p Gen 2 (21A7) Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G2 ACH (20YM)
Slots 2 x M.2 Card (0 free) 2 x M.2 Card (1 free)
Interfaces USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 2
USB 3.2 Gen 2 (Always On)
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card) 4 in 1
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad T15p Gen 2 (21A7) Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G2 ACH (20YM)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 11 Pro - English
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad T15p Gen 2 (21A7) Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G2 ACH (20YM)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Integrated Options - Ambient light sensor
Security Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington nano 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-810H tested, self-healing BIOS Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, Rapid Charge Pro
Compliant Standards RoHS, TCG Certified RoHS, FSC, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TUV Eyesafe Display Certification
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
TCO Certified TCO Certified Notebooks 8 -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating 8 - 95% 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty Base warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Base warranty - battery - 1 year
Extended warranty - 3 years - on-site
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