Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L6) vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G2 ITL (20VE)

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Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L6)
Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L6)
Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G2 ITL (20VE)
Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G2 ITL (20VE)

Our Rating: 78 %

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L6) and Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G2 ITL (20VE). 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 ThinkBook 15 G2 ITL (20VE) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G2 ITL (20VE) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

efficient intel processors

affordable price point

ample connectivity options

decent battery life

average display quality

modest graphics performance

heavier design

limited upgradeability

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L6) and Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G2 ITL (20VE)
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L6) vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G2 ITL (20VE) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L6) Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G2 ITL (20VE)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 33.66 cm x 23.25 cm x 1.995 cm 35.7 cm x 23.5 cm x 1.89 cm
Weight 1.58 kg 1.7 kg
Case Material Glass-fibre reinforced plastic Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS
Colour Black Dual tone mineral grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L6) Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G2 ITL (20VE)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 15.6" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution - 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness - 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L6) Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G2 ITL (20VE)
CPU No CPU Intel Core i3 (11th Gen) 1115G4 / 3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 4.1 GHz
Number of Cores - Dual-Core
Cache - 6 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L6) Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G2 ITL (20VE)
RAM 0 GB 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 36 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 1
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L6) Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G2 ITL (20VE)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) - 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L6) Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G2 ITL (20VE)
Graphics Processor (GPU) - Intel UHD Graphics
Camera - Yes - 720p
Camera Features - Fixed focus, ThinkShutter camera privacy
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L6) Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G2 ITL (20VE)
Wireless - 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 Gigabit Ethernet
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L6) Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G2 ITL (20VE)
Technology - Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) - 45 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 6 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L6) Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G2 ITL (20VE)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L6) Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G2 ITL (20VE)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L6) Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G2 ITL (20VE)
Slots - 2 x M.2 Card (1 free)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3)
HDMI
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
LAN
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 T480 (20L6) Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G2 ITL (20VE)
Operating System (OS) No operating system Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - German
Software Included - Microsoft Office (30 days trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L6) Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G2 ITL (20VE)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip 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, MIL-STD-810G tested Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, Rapid Charge Pro
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certification, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
SAR Value - 0.29 W/kg (body), 0.29 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Silver
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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