Lenovo V15-IGL (82C3) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C7)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo V15-IGL (82C3) and Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C7). 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 V15-IGL (82C3) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo V15-IGL (82C3) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

solid build quality

adequate connectivity options

suitable for basic tasks

average battery life

mediocre display quality

limited performance capacity

no backlit keyboard.

Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C7) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C7) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

good battery life

adequate performance level

reliable security features

average display quality

limited graphics power

heavier than competitors

no thunderbolt support

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo V15-IGL (82C3) and Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C7)
72 % - Design
64 % - Display
45 % - Performance
65 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
86 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo V15-IGL (82C3) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C7) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo V15-IGL (82C3) Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C7)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.22 cm x 25.15 cm x 1.99 cm 36.02 cm x 23.7 cm x 1.993 cm
Weight 1.85 kg 1.76 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS Polycarbonate ABS (bottom), polycarbonate ABS (top)
Colour Iron grey Thunder black
DISPLAY Lenovo V15-IGL (82C3) Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C7)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - TN 15.6" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology 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 220 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo V15-IGL (82C3) Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C7)
CPU Intel Celeron N4020 / 1.1 GHz AMD Ryzen 3 Pro 5475U / 2.7 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.8 GHz 4.1 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 4 MB L3 - 8 MB
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo V15-IGL (82C3) Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C7)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 3200 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 2
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE Lenovo V15-IGL (82C3) Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C7)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo V15-IGL (82C3) Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C7)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 600 AMD Radeon Graphics
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) -
Max Monitors Supported - 3 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes Yes - 1080p
Resolution 0.3 Megapixel -
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, Windows Hello, fixed focus, hybrid FHD/IR camera
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features - Input: Dolby Voice, far-field
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo V15-IGL (82C3) Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C7)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller M.2 Card AMD RZ616 - M.2 Card
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Realtek RTL8111EPV
Compliant Standards - DASH
Features Dual stream (2x2) Wake-on-LAN (WOL), dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo V15-IGL (82C3) Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C7)
Technology Lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 35 Wh 57 Wh
Battery Life Up to 6 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo V15-IGL (82C3) Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C7)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo V15-IGL (82C3) Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C7)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo V15-IGL (82C3) Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C7)
Interfaces USB 2.0
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
HDMI (4K support)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo V15-IGL (82C3) Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C7)
Operating System (OS) FreeDOS Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro) + Windows 11 Pro Licence - English / Portuguese
Software Included - Glance by Mirametrix
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo V15-IGL (82C3) Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C7)
Included Accessories Wall mount power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader
Security Slot Type - Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TCG Certified
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Carbon Footprint - 236 kg carbon emissions
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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