Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D3) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14IAL7 (82SD)

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Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14IAL7 (82SD)
Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14IAL7 (82SD)

Our Rating: 85 %

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D3) and Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14IAL7 (82SD). With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare dimensions, performance, storage, functions, but also other key features of both laptops and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the laptop that best fits your needs and expectations.

Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D3) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D3) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

excellent build quality

powerful amd processor

bright oled display

eco-friendly materials

solid security features

higher price point

limited port selection

no dedicated gpu

average battery life

Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14IAL7 (82SD) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14IAL7 (82SD) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

efficient intel processor

lightweight and portable

affordable price point

crisp full hd display

robust build quality

average battery life

limited graphics performance

no thunderbolt support

minimal port variety

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D3) and Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14IAL7 (82SD)
81 % - Design
84 % - Display
80 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
86 % - Design
72 % - Display
69 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D3) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14IAL7 (82SD) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D3) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14IAL7 (82SD)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 29.44 cm x 19.96 cm x 1.399 cm 32.169 cm x 21.184 cm x 1.79 cm
Weight 1.26 kg 1.44 kg
Case Material Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom) Aluminium (top), polycarbonate ABS (bottom)
Colour Black (bottom), arctic grey (top) Abyss blue | Cloud grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D3) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14IAL7 (82SD)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" OLED 14" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) -
Screen Resolution 2880 x 1800 (2.8K) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:9
Image Brightness 500 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% DCI-P3 45% NTSC
Features Anti-reflective, One Glass Solution, anti-smudge, on-cell touch technology, Low Blue Light technology, Dolby Vision, 91.6% screen-to-body ratio Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D3) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14IAL7 (82SD)
CPU AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 6850U / 2.7 GHz Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1235U / 1.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.7 GHz 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core 10-core
Cache L3 - 16 MB 12 MB
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D3) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14IAL7 (82SD)
RAM 32 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR5 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 6400 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 6400 MHz 3200 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D3) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14IAL7 (82SD)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Union Memory 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D3) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14IAL7 (82SD)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon 680M Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported 2 external monitor(s) 3 external monitor(s)
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes - 1080p
Camera Features Windows Hello, fixed focus, e-camera shutter, Discrete IR Privacy shutter, fixed focus
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3306 Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features Input: Dolby Voice, 360° far-field Input: noise-cancellation technology
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D3) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14IAL7 (82SD)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller Qualcomm NFA725A M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D3) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14IAL7 (82SD)
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 51.5 Wh 56.5 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 9.7 hours
Battery Run Time - Local video (1080p) playback time (150 nits): up to 9.7 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D3) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14IAL7 (82SD)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 100 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D3) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14IAL7 (82SD)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, edge-to-edge backlit keyboard, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls, glass touchpad, Haptic ForcePad Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D3) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14IAL7 (82SD)
Interfaces 2 x USB4 (supports DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN (on supplied adapter)
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort 1.2 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D3) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14IAL7 (82SD)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro) + Windows 11 Pro Licence Windows 11 Home in S mode - English
Software Included - Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D3) Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14IAL7 (82SD)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter, Lenovo USB-C to Ethernet Adapter USB-C slim 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, system password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password, certificate based BIOS authentication, FIDO (Fast Identity Online) authentication Administrator password, hard drive password, MIL-STD-810H tested, Rapid Charge Boost, self-healing BIOS
Compliant Standards RoHS, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certification, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TCO Certified 9.0 RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 6, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 26
Carbon Footprint 216 kg carbon emissions (EU) -
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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