Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15ADA7 (82R1)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) and Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15ADA7 (82R1). 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 Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

excellent build quality

powerful AMD processor

high-resolution display

sustainable materials used

compact and lightweight

higher price point

no HDMI port

limited upgradeability

average battery life

Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15ADA7 (82R1) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15ADA7 (82R1) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

decent battery life

solid build quality

adequate connectivity options

modest performance

basic display quality

limited storage capacity

no backlit keyboard

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) and Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15ADA7 (82R1)
82 % - Design
83 % - Display
85 % - Performance
84 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
75 % - Design
64 % - Display
65 % - Performance
71 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15ADA7 (82R1) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15ADA7 (82R1)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 29.94 cm x 19.96 cm x 1.399 cm 36.02 cm x 23.6 cm x 1.79 cm
Weight 1.19 kg 1.6 kg
Case Material Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom) Polycarbonate ABS (bottom), polycarbonate ABS (top)
Colour Black (bottom), arctic grey (top) Cloud grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15ADA7 (82R1)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - IPS 15.6" - TN
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:9
Image Brightness 400 cd/m² 220 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, 178° viewing angle, Low Power, 91.6% screen-to-body ratio Anti-glare, 90° viewing angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15ADA7 (82R1)
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 Pro 6650U / 2.9 GHz AMD Ryzen 3 3250U / 2.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.5 GHz 3.5 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core Dual-Core
Cache 16 MB L3 - 4 MB
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15ADA7 (82R1)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported - 12 GB
RAM Type LPDDR5 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 6400 MHz 2400 MHz
Rated Speed 6400 MHz 2400 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15ADA7 (82R1)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe) 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15ADA7 (82R1)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon 660M AMD Radeon Graphics
Max Monitors Supported 2 external monitor(s) 1 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes - 720p
Camera Features IR camera, Windows Hello, e-camera shutter Privacy shutter, fixed focus
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3306 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15ADA7 (82R1)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller Qualcomm NFA725A M.2 Card
Compliant Standards DASH -
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15ADA7 (82R1)
Technology Lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 51.5 Wh 42 Wh
Battery Life Up to 22.8 hours Up to 9.5 hours
Battery Run Time - Local video (1080p) playback time (150 nits): up to 9.5 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15ADA7 (82R1)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15ADA7 (82R1)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, haptic feedback, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls, glass touchpad Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15ADA7 (82R1)
Interfaces 2 x USB4 (supports DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 2.0
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (data only)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15ADA7 (82R1)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro - English Windows 11 Home in S mode - English
Software Included Glance by Mirametrix Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15ADA7 (82R1)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Security Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip with Microsoft Pluton, fingerprint reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Features Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password, USB FIDO (Fast Identity Online) device integration, pen upgradable, certificate based BIOS authentication Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, Rapid Charge Boost
Compliant Standards RoHS, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certification, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TCG Certified RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes 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 Base warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Extended warranty - 3 years - on-site - response time: next business day
Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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