Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2vsSamsung Galaxy Book S

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Lenovo
Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2
ThinkPad E14 Gen 2

Quick Stats

The Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 delivers solid and impressive performance, even with a more affordable Core i3 option.
The ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 boasts a sturdy construction with a rigid chassis, providing excellent build quality overall.
The Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2's display is sufficient for business use, yet lacks vibrant colors and nuanced visuals.
The Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 boasts a Thunderbolt 4 port and legendary Track Point features.
Samsung
Samsung Galaxy Book S
Galaxy Book S

Quick Stats

The Samsung Galaxy Book S has limited performance compared to other laptops in its price range overall.
The Samsung Galaxy Book S has a solid, all-metal chassis with excellent build quality.
The Galaxy Book S boasts a sharp and vibrant 13.3-inch Full HD TFT display.
The Samsung Galaxy Book S boasts a sleek design with a robust metal chassis and vibrant 13.3-inch Full HD display.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2
Winner
#630
Samsung Galaxy Book S
#634
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2
#356
Winner
Samsung Galaxy Book S
#723
Display
Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2
#734
Samsung Galaxy Book S
#542
Winner
Performance
Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2
#535
Winner
Samsung Galaxy Book S
#850
Build
Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2
#695
Samsung Galaxy Book S
#93
Winner
Features
Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2
#527
Samsung Galaxy Book S
#155
Winner

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Lenovo Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2
Samsung Samsung Galaxy Book S
up to 40GB
up to 8GB
up to 4000GB SSD
up to 512GB SSD
AMD Ryzen 7 5700U
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8cx
Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 (96EU)
Intel Iris Plus Graphics G7

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2

Strengths

The laptop's visual design is rarely changed, but the ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 offers a Thunderbolt 4 port and upgraded internals in the same rigid chassis.
The machine is surprisingly light, weighing around 1.6 kilos and having a thickness of under 19 millimeters.
The keyboard is great, typically found on Thinkpad devices, and this one is no exception.
The laptop offers excellent upgrade options, including one SODIMM slot for memory upgrades and two M2 storage slots.
The 1080p IPS display has wide viewing angles and a good contrast ratio of 1150:1.
The processor can run at 3.6 GHz for more than 15 minutes straight thanks to the cooling solution.

Weaknesses

The laptop's battery life is underwhelming, lasting less than seven hours of web browsing or about five hours of video playback.
The display covers only 50% of the sRGB gamut, resulting in a dull-looking image.
Despite its capable hardware, the top model featuring an Intel Core i7-1165G7 and NVIDIA GeForce MX450 is not available in this specific review unit.
The laptop's battery life could be better compared to other similar devices.
The display doesn't use PWM for brightness adjustment, but it may still cause eye strain for some users.

Samsung Galaxy Book S

Strengths

The portability is definitely a priority, it's super slim and lightweight making it perfect for taking on-the-go.
It has an amazing battery life, getting about 10 full hours of working in Chrome while streaming music before the battery is fully depleted.
The Qualcomm Snapdragon 8c X platform is backed by a healthy 8 gigs of RAM, which is fine for working in Chrome, streaming media, and light editing.
It has standard Wi-Fi 5 and gigabit LTE support, making it easy to stay connected even when outside of good Wi-Fi networks.
The price point is competitive with other laptops around the same size, making it a great value for those who prioritize portability.

Weaknesses

Performance-wise, it's rather limited compared with a lot of other laptops, especially around this sort of price points you might want to shop around if you want to do some proper video edits in game and more creative tasks.
It can't handle demanding games or serious video editing due to the basic integrated graphics Adreno 680 GPU.
The sim card needs to be kept connected to the phone at all times using a USB cable, which can be awkward especially when traveling.
The storage space is limited with around 200 gigs of free space, which might not be enough for those who need more storage capacity.
It's not ideal for those who want to do heavy multitasking or have demanding tasks due to the Geekbench 5 scores being lower than some other laptops.
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Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2

The Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 is a refresh of the previous model, boasting a Thunderbolt 4 port and upgraded internals within its rigid aluminum-aluminum chassis. Weighing in at just 1.6 kilos, this laptop offers great keyboard quality and the legendary TrackPoint feature. It also features one SODIMM slot for memory upgrades and two M.2 storage slots, making it an attractive option for those seeking flexibility.

Samsung Galaxy Book S

The Samsung Galaxy Book S is an ultra-portable laptop that packs a punch despite its slim design. Powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8c X platform, this Windows laptop offers impressive battery life and a sleek metal chassis. While it may not be suitable for demanding creative tasks like video editing or gaming, it excels in everyday usage, making it an excellent option for those who prioritize portability and cloud-based productivity.

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