Samsung Galaxy Book2 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Samsung Galaxy Book2 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight design

sharp amoled display

fast charging support

robust connectivity options

competitive price point

average battery life

limited storage capacity

modest graphics performance

no sd card slot

Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

decent battery life

solid build quality

simple aesthetic

mediocre display quality

limited storage capacity

average performance

no backlit keyboard

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Samsung Galaxy Book2 and Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
86 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
72 % - Design
63 % - Display
45 % - Performance
65 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Book2 vs. Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Samsung Galaxy Book2 Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.66 cm x 22.91 cm x 1.54 cm 32.71 cm x 24.1 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.57 kg 1.6 kg
Case Material Aluminum Polycarbonate ABS
Colour Graphite Platinum grey IMR
DISPLAY Samsung Galaxy Book2 Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 14" - TN
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1366 x 768 (HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:9
Image Brightness - 220 cd/m²
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Samsung Galaxy Book2 Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
CPU Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1235U / 1.3 GHz Intel Pentium Silver N5000 / 1.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.4 GHz 2.7 GHz
Number of Cores 10-core Quad-Core
Cache L3 - 12 MB 4 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
Features Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost) Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Samsung Galaxy Book2 Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (1 x 4 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 8 GB
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 2400 MHz
Rated Speed - 2400 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE Samsung Galaxy Book2 Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD - NVM Express (NVMe) 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Samsung Galaxy Book2 Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel UHD Graphics 605
Camera Yes - 720p Yes
Resolution - 0.3 Megapixel
Camera Features Auto framing -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Compliant Standards Dolby Atmos High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Samsung Galaxy Book2 Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2
Wireless Controller - M.2 Card
Features - Single stream (1x1)
BATTERY Samsung Galaxy Book2 Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Technology - Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 54 Wh 30 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 5.5 hours
AC ADAPTER Samsung Galaxy Book2 Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Input - AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt 45 Watt
INPUT Samsung Galaxy Book2 Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Type Keyboard, ClickPad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Name Pro keyboard -
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features - Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Samsung Galaxy Book2 Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Interfaces HDMI
2 x USB-C
2 x USB 3.2
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 2.0
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE Samsung Galaxy Book2 Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro Windows 10 Home in S mode - English
Software Included Samsung Recovery Solution, McAfee LiveSafe (Trial), Samsung Update, Samsung Settings, Samsung Gallery, Studio Plus, Live Message, Samsung Flow, Live Wallpaper, Quick Search, Samsung Notes, Screen Recorder, Galaxy Book Smart Switch, Quick Share, Samsung Security Microsoft Office (30 days trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Samsung Galaxy Book2 Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features - Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password
Compliant Standards - RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number - 14IGM 81MW
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