In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X230 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.
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Lenovo ThinkPad X230 | Lenovo V15 G4 IAH (83FS) |
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Product Type | Notebook | Notebook |
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Dimensions (WxDxH) | 30.5 cm x 20.65 cm x 2.66 cm | 35.92 cm x 23.58 cm x 1.99 cm |
Weight | 1.34 kg | 1.67 kg |
Case Material | Polycarbonate ABS, magnesium alloy | Polycarbonate ABS (bottom), polycarbonate ABS (top) |
Colour | - | Business black |
DISPLAY | Lenovo ThinkPad X230 | Lenovo V15 G4 IAH (83FS) |
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Screen Size (Type) | 12.5" - IPS | 15.6" - TN |
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LCD Backlight Technology | LED backlight | - |
Screen Resolution | 1366 x 768 (HD) | 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 | - | 250 cd/m² |
Colour Gamut | - | 45% NTSC |
Features | Premium | Anti-glare, Low Blue Light technology |
PROCESSOR | Lenovo ThinkPad X230 | Lenovo V15 G4 IAH (83FS) |
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CPU | Intel Core i5 (3rd Gen) 3320M / 2.6 GHz | Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 12500H / 2.5 GHz |
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Max Turbo Speed | 3.3 GHz | 4.5 GHz |
Number of Cores | Dual-Core | 12-core |
Cache | 3 MB | 18 MB |
64-bit Computing | Yes | - |
Chipset | Mobile Intel QM77 Express | - |
Features | Hyper-Threading Technology, integrated memory controller, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 | Integrated memory controller |
MEMORY | Lenovo ThinkPad X230 | Lenovo V15 G4 IAH (83FS) |
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RAM | 2 GB (1 x 2 GB) | 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) |
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Max RAM Supported | 16 GB | 16 GB |
RAM Type | DDR3 SDRAM | DDR4 SDRAM |
Speed | 1600 MHz / PC3-12800 | 3200 MHz |
Rated Speed | 1600 MHz | 3200 MHz |
Form Factor | SO-DIMM 204-pin | SO-DIMM 260-pin |
Slots Qty | 2 | 1 |
Empty Slots | 1 | 1 |
STORAGE | Lenovo ThinkPad X230 | Lenovo V15 G4 IAH (83FS) |
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Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) | 320 GB HDD SATA 3Gb/s / 5400 rpm | 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) |
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AUDIO & VIDEO | Lenovo ThinkPad X230 | Lenovo V15 G4 IAH (83FS) |
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Graphics Processor (GPU) | Intel HD Graphics 4000 | Intel Iris Xe Graphics |
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Max Monitors Supported | - | 2 external monitor(s) |
Video System Features | - | Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory) |
Camera | - | Yes - 720p |
Camera Features | - | Privacy shutter, fixed focus |
Sound | Stereo speakers, stereo microphone | Stereo speakers, dual array microphone |
Codec | Realtek ALC3202 | Realtek ALC3287 |
Compliant Standards | High Definition Audio | High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio |
Audio Features | - | Input: noise-cancellation technology |
COMMUNICATIONS | Lenovo ThinkPad X230 | Lenovo V15 G4 IAH (83FS) |
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Wireless | 802.11a/b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.0 | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 |
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Wireless Controller | Intel Centrino Advanced-N 6205 | M.2 Card |
Network Interface | Gigabit Ethernet | Gigabit Ethernet |
Ethernet Controller | Intel 82579LM | - |
Features | - | Dual stream (2x2) |
BATTERY | Lenovo ThinkPad X230 | Lenovo V15 G4 IAH (83FS) |
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Technology | Lithium Ion | Lithium polymer |
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Installed Qty | 1 | - |
Max Supported Qty | 2 | - |
Battery Capacity (Size) | - | 38 Wh |
Battery Life | - | Up to 9.1 hours |
Battery Run Time | - | Local video (1080p) playback time (150 nits): up to 9.1 hours |
AC ADAPTER | Lenovo ThinkPad X230 | Lenovo V15 G4 IAH (83FS) |
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Input | AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) | AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) |
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Output | 65 Watt | 65 Watt |
INPUT | Lenovo ThinkPad X230 | Lenovo V15 G4 IAH (83FS) |
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Type | Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav | Keyboard, touchpad |
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Numeric Keypad | - | Yes |
Features | Volume control, spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad | Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad, SMB Service hot key |
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS | Lenovo ThinkPad X230 | Lenovo V15 G4 IAH (83FS) |
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Slots | 1 x ExpressCard/54 (1 free) | - |
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Interfaces | Dock Headphone/microphone combo jack LAN Mini DisplayPort PoweredUSB 2.0 VGA 2 x USB 3.0 |
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 | 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) | - |
SOFTWARE | Lenovo ThinkPad X230 | Lenovo V15 G4 IAH (83FS) |
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Operating System (OS) | Microsoft Windows 7 Professional 64-bit Edition - English | Windows 11 Pro - English |
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Software Included | - | Microsoft Office (Trial) |
MISCELLANEOUS | Lenovo ThinkPad X230 | Lenovo V15 G4 IAH (83FS) |
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Dockable | Yes | - |
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Included Accessories | Power adapter | Power adapter |
Integrated Options | ThinkLight | - |
Security | Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) Security Chip | Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip |
Security Slot Type | - | Kensington nano security slot |
Theft/Intrusion Protection | - | Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) |
Features | Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately), administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, ThinkVantage Active Protection System | Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS |
Compliant Standards | RoHS, GREENGUARD, Nordic Ecolabel | RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 6, FSC, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Software Solution) |
ENERGY STAR Certified | Yes | - |
EPEAT Compliant | EPEAT Gold | - |
Max Operating Temperature | - | 35 °C |
Min Operating Temperature | - | 5 °C |
Humidity Range Operating | - | 8 - 95% |
Manufacturer Warranty | Limited warranty - 3 years - on-site Limited warranty - battery - 1 year |
Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return |