Lenovo ThinkPad T490s (20NX) vs. Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 15IMH05 (82AB)

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Lenovo ThinkPad T490s (20NX)
Lenovo ThinkPad T490s (20NX)

Our Rating: 78 %

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad T490s (20NX) and Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 15IMH05 (82AB). 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 T490s (20NX) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T490s (20NX) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

impressive battery life

lightweight design

good security features

average display brightness

limited graphics performance

no HDMI port

higher price point

Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 15IMH05 (82AB) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 15IMH05 (82AB) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

slim, lightweight design

high-resolution display

powerful intel processor

fast ssd storage

good battery life

limited port selection

no dedicated gpu

higher price range

average sound quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad T490s (20NX) and Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 15IMH05 (82AB)
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
86 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad T490s (20NX) vs. Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 15IMH05 (82AB) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T490s (20NX) Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 15IMH05 (82AB)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.9 cm x 22.615 cm x 1.67 cm 35.66 cm x 22.94 cm x 1.72 cm
Weight 1.35 kg 1.95 kg
Case Material Magnesium alloy, carbon fibre reinforced plastic Aluminum
Colour Black Slate grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad T490s (20NX) Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 15IMH05 (82AB)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 15.6"
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) -
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 300 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 72% NTSC 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare, on-cell touch technology, 170° viewing angle, 72% NTSC colour gamut Glossy, Wide Viewing Angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad T490s (20NX) Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 15IMH05 (82AB)
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8265U / 1.6 GHz Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 10300H / 2.5 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.9 GHz 4.5 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 6 MB 8 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Chipset - Intel HM470
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad T490s (20NX) Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 15IMH05 (82AB)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 2933 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz 2933 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad T490s (20NX) Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 15IMH05 (82AB)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Toshiba 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad T490s (20NX) Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 15IMH05 (82AB)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 / Intel UHD Graphics
Video Memory - 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features IR camera, ThinkShutter camera privacy IR camera, ToF sensor
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Three speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 Realtek ALC3306
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
Audio Features - WoV (Wake-on-Voice)
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T490s (20NX) Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 15IMH05 (82AB)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Wireless Controller Intel Wireless-AC 9560 M.2 Card
Features Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad T490s (20NX) Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 15IMH05 (82AB)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 57 Wh 70 Wh
Battery Life Up to 20 hours Up to 12 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad T490s (20NX) Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 15IMH05 (82AB)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 15 / 20 V 135 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad T490s (20NX) Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 15IMH05 (82AB)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, glass touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T490s (20NX) Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 15IMH05 (82AB)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
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 Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (SD Card)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad T490s (20NX) Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 15IMH05 (82AB)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English
Software Included - Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad T490s (20NX) Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 15IMH05 (82AB)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Integrated Options - Ambient light sensor
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
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
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS, ERP
SAR Value - 0.38 W/kg (body), 0.38 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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