Huawei MateBook 14svsLenovo ThinkBook 13s Gen 2

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Huawei
Huawei MateBook 14s
MateBook 14s

Quick Stats

The Huawei MateBook 14s delivers impressive performance with seamless multitasking and efficient execution of demanding tasks effortlessly.
The Huawei MateBook 14s boasts impressive build quality, rivalling high-end laptops in terms of solidity and durability.
The Huawei MateBook 14s' stunning display offers vibrant colors, crisp details, and a unique aspect ratio experience.
The Huawei MateBook 14s boasts an impressive 2.5K 90Hz touchscreen display and long-lasting battery.
Lenovo
Lenovo ThinkBook 13s Gen 2
ThinkBook 13s Gen 2

Quick Stats

The Lenovo ThinkBook 13s Gen 2 delivers excellent performance for its price point, impressing with speed and efficiency.
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13s Gen 2 boasts top-notch build quality, sturdy yet light with impressive engineering feat.
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13s Gen 2's display is suitable for everyday tasks, but lacks color accuracy consistency.
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13s Gen 2 boasts a comprehensive feature set with Wi-Fi 6 and USB-C ports prominently highlighted.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
Huawei MateBook 14s
Winner
#551
Lenovo ThinkBook 13s Gen 2
#554
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Huawei MateBook 14s
#521
Winner
Lenovo ThinkBook 13s Gen 2
#531
Display
Huawei MateBook 14s
#443
Lenovo ThinkBook 13s Gen 2
#243
Winner
Performance
Huawei MateBook 14s
#647
Winner
Lenovo ThinkBook 13s Gen 2
#749
Build
Huawei MateBook 14s
#263
Winner
Lenovo ThinkBook 13s Gen 2
#278
Features
Huawei MateBook 14s
#465
Winner
Lenovo ThinkBook 13s Gen 2
#485

Note: Lower rank number indicates a better position in category.

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Huawei Huawei MateBook 14s
Lenovo Lenovo ThinkBook 13s Gen 2
up to 16GB
up to 16GB
up to 1000GB SSD
up to 2000GB SSD
Intel Core i7-12700H
Intel Core i7-1165G7
Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 (96EU)
Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 (96EU)
1x 2280 NVMe slot See photo
1x M.2 NVMe slot See photo

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Huawei MateBook 14s

Strengths

The Huawei MateBook 14s has a solid metal build, making it a very compelling choice for those who are looking into getting a new portable Workhorse.
It features a beautiful 2.5k 90Hz touchscreen display with a stunning 3x2 aspect ratio
The laptop's performance is just as good as its specs promise, making it an excellent choice to add to your arsenal if you're already looking to invest in Huawei's growing ecosystem
The MateBook 14s can handle video editing on the fly and run a good number of titles, thanks to its balanced CPU and GPU
It can last a whole day's work as long as you're only running office-related tasks such as web browsing, emails, and writing documents

Weaknesses

The display is highly reflective, which might be a problem for some users
The webcam quality is slightly poor, although the extra engineering done to position it back to its rightful place is something very much appreciated
It has a relatively small battery that can only last up to 10 hours and 43 minutes
Charging takes about one hour to reach 0 to 80 percent with an additional 37 minutes of trickle charging to reach a full 100 percent
The laptop might have some issues handling more demanding tasks or games, especially if you're not willing to adjust the settings for each game

Lenovo ThinkBook 13s Gen 2

Strengths

The Lenovo ThinkBook 13s Gen 2 has a fantastic performance even when equipped with the Core i5-1135G7
It has a very good cooling solution, easily handling extra 250 megahertz per core without significant noise increase
The laptop gets 11 hours and 20 minutes of web browsing and about 9 hours and a half of video playback on a single battery charge
The IPS panel has a WUXGA resolution, comfortable viewing angles, and very good contrast ratio, with pretty wide color coverage
It's safe to use with its backlight not flickering at any brightness level
Perfect for business people or students who want to entertain themselves after work or school

Weaknesses

No specific cons listed for this device

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Huawei MateBook 14s

The Huawei MateBook 14s is a compelling choice for those seeking a portable workhorse. Its solid metal build, beautiful 2.5k 90Hz touchscreen display, and stunning 3x2 aspect ratio make it an attractive option. Performance-wise, it delivers on its promise, with a capable CPU and GPU that can handle light office tasks to more demanding video editing and gaming. However, minor drawbacks like a highly reflective display and subpar webcam quality exist, but are outweighed by the laptop's many strengths.

Lenovo ThinkBook 13s Gen 2

Lenovo's ThinkBook 13s Gen 2 is a formidable ultraportable laptop that delivers impressive performance and features in a slim package. Equipped with up to Core i7 processors and Iris Xe graphics, this machine can handle demanding tasks with ease. The display boasts vivid colors and comfortable viewing angles, while the battery life offers all-day usability. With a range of I/O options and a robust cooling system, the ThinkBook 13s Gen 2 is an excellent choice for those seeking a powerful and portable laptop.

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