Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 3 (20TL) vs. Lenovo V15 G4 IAH (83FS)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 3 (20TL) and Lenovo V15 G4 IAH (83FS). 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 X1 Extreme Gen 3 (20TL) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 3 (20TL) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

powerful processor performance

excellent keyboard feel

high-resolution display

good thermal management

heavier than competitors

short battery life

expensive price point

limited port variety

Lenovo V15 G4 IAH (83FS) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo V15 G4 IAH (83FS) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price point

solid build quality

decent processor performance

sufficient connectivity options

lightweight design

average display quality

limited graphics power

modest battery life

no backlit keyboard

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 3 (20TL) and Lenovo V15 G4 IAH (83FS)
83 % - Design
85 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
75 % - Design
65 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 3 (20TL) vs. Lenovo V15 G4 IAH (83FS) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 3 (20TL) Lenovo V15 G4 IAH (83FS)
Product Type Notebook - 180-degree hinge design Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.18 cm x 24.57 cm x 1.84 cm 35.92 cm x 23.58 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.7 kg 1.67 kg
Case Material Carbon fibre hybrid (top), aluminium alloy (bottom) Polycarbonate ABS (bottom), polycarbonate ABS (top)
Colour Black weave Business black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 3 (20TL) Lenovo V15 G4 IAH (83FS)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 15.6" - TN
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 3840 x 2160 (Ultra HD 4K) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 600 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% Adobe RGB 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, HDR (high dynamic range), 178° viewing angle, Dolby Vision Anti-glare, Low Blue Light technology
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 3 (20TL) Lenovo V15 G4 IAH (83FS)
CPU Intel Core i7 (10th Gen) 10850H / 2.7 GHz Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 12500H / 2.5 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 5.1 GHz 4.5 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core 12-core
Cache 12 MB 18 MB
Chipset Mobile Intel WM490 -
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 3 (20TL) Lenovo V15 G4 IAH (83FS)
RAM 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 16 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2933 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 0 1
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 3 (20TL) Lenovo V15 G4 IAH (83FS)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Western Digital 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 3 (20TL) Lenovo V15 G4 IAH (83FS)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported 3 external monitor(s) 2 external monitor(s)
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus, ThinkShutter camera privacy Privacy shutter, fixed focus
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3286 Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features 3-magnet speakers Input: noise-cancellation technology
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 3 (20TL) Lenovo V15 G4 IAH (83FS)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 M.2 Card
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 3 (20TL) Lenovo V15 G4 IAH (83FS)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 80 Wh 38 Wh
Battery Life Up to 15.6 hours Up to 9.1 hours
Battery Run Time - Local video (1080p) playback time (150 nits): up to 9.1 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 3 (20TL) Lenovo V15 G4 IAH (83FS)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 135 Watt, 20 V 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 3 (20TL) Lenovo V15 G4 IAH (83FS)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad, SMB Service hot key
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 3 (20TL) Lenovo V15 G4 IAH (83FS)
Slots 2 x M.2 Card (1 free) -
Interfaces USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort 1.2 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort 1.2 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI 1.4b
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 2.0
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card, SDXC UHS-II Card) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 3 (20TL) Lenovo V15 G4 IAH (83FS)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 11 Pro - English
Software Included - Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 3 (20TL) Lenovo V15 G4 IAH (83FS)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
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-810G tested, self-healing BIOS Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS
Compliant Standards RoHS, TCG Certified RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 6, FSC, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Software Solution)
SAR Value 2.512 W/kg (body), 0.967 W/kg (limb) -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating 8 - 95% 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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