Lenovo ThinkPad X390 (20Q1) vs. Lenovo 14w (81MQ)

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Lenovo ThinkPad X390 (20Q1)
Lenovo ThinkPad X390 (20Q1)

Our Rating: 85 %

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X390 (20Q1) and Lenovo 14w (81MQ). 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 X390 (20Q1) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X390 (20Q1) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

compact and durable

excellent keyboard comfort

robust security features

impressive battery life

solid performance

limited storage capacity

no dedicated GPU

average display brightness

higher price point

Lenovo 14w (81MQ) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo 14w (81MQ) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

robust build quality

compact and portable

decent battery life

includes windows 10 pro

modest processor performance

limited storage capacity

no backlit keyboard

average display resolution

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X390 (20Q1) and Lenovo 14w (81MQ)
86 % - Design
72 % - Display
78 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
78 % - Battery
69 % - Design
65 % - Display
45 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X390 (20Q1) vs. Lenovo 14w (81MQ) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X390 (20Q1) Lenovo 14w (81MQ)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.2 cm x 21.72 cm x 1.69 cm 32.8 cm x 22.5 cm x 1.77 cm
Weight 1.33 kg 1.54 kg
Case Material Magnesium-aluminum alloy, polyphenylene sulfide Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS
Colour Black Mineral grey | Black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X390 (20Q1) Lenovo 14w (81MQ)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - TN 14"
Touchscreen - Yes (10-point multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 220 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% -
Features Anti-glare, 90° viewing angle Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X390 (20Q1) Lenovo 14w (81MQ)
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8265U / 1.6 GHz AMD A6 9220C / 1.8 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.9 GHz 2.7 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache 6 MB L2 - 1 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X390 (20Q1) Lenovo 14w (81MQ)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 1666 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz 1666 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X390 (20Q1) Lenovo 14w (81MQ)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe) - Toshiba 64 GB eMMC - eMMC 5.1
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X390 (20Q1) Lenovo 14w (81MQ)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 AMD Radeon R5
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features ThinkShutter camera privacy Fixed focus
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 DA7219
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium -
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X390 (20Q1) Lenovo 14w (81MQ)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2
Wireless Controller Intel Wireless-AC 9560 Qualcomm QCA6174A - M.2 Card
Features Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X390 (20Q1) Lenovo 14w (81MQ)
Technology 6-cell Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 48 Wh 57 Wh
Battery Life Up to 17.6 hours Up to 12 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X390 (20Q1) Lenovo 14w (81MQ)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 15 / 20 V 45 Watt, 5 / 9 / 15 / 20 V
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X390 (20Q1) Lenovo 14w (81MQ)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Spill-resistant, anti-pry key caps
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X390 (20Q1) Lenovo 14w (81MQ)
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
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X390 (20Q1) Lenovo 14w (81MQ)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition No operating system
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X390 (20Q1) Lenovo 14w (81MQ)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, smart card reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington 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 Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS
SAR Value - 0.38 W/kg (body), 0.38 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold EPEAT Silver
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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