Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 4vsLenovo IdeaPad Flex 5

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Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 4
ThinkPad E14 Gen 4

Quick Stats

The Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 4 delivers solid and dependable performance for business use overall consistently.
The Lenovo ThinkPad E14's sturdy aluminum build exudes professionalism and solidity.
Opting for the IPS display is strongly recommended due to its superior viewing angles and readability.
The key feature of the Lenovo ThinkPad E14 is its comfortable keyboard and decent IPS display mainly.
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Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5
IdeaPad Flex 5

Quick Stats

The Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5's impressive performance makes it ideal for business use and everyday tasks effectively.
The Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5's sturdy and durable build ensures a laptop that can last for five to six years.
The Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5's display provides crisp visuals with vibrant colors and decent color accuracy.
The Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 offers impressive features including great battery life and solid Intel Core performance.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 4
Winner
#274
Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5
#275
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 4
#91
Winner
Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5
#95
Display
Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 4
#508
Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5
#116
Winner
Performance
Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 4
#350
Winner
Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5
#537
Build
Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 4
#304
Winner
Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5
#700
Features
Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 4
#515
Winner
Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5
#535

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Lenovo Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 4
Lenovo Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5
up to 40GB
up to 24GB
up to 8000GB SSD
up to 2000GB SSD
AMD Ryzen 7 7730U
AMD Ryzen 7 5700U
AMD Radeon RX Vega 8 (R4000/5000, 15W)
AMD Radeon RX Vega 8 (R4000/5000, 15W)

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 4

Strengths

The ThinkPad E14 is really solid, while its industrial-looking body makes it hard to miss your professionalism.
The keyboard is comfortable for typing, as any ThinkPad unit should be, while the touchpad is smooth thanks to the Mylar surface.
The ThinkPad E14 comes with both TN and IPS panels. However, we would strongly recommend choosing an IPS option.
The laptop lasts for 9 hours and 52 minutes of web browsing, or 7 hours and 51 minutes of video playback.
The Core i5 performs quite well inside this chassis, matching a lot of its competitors.

Weaknesses

No specific cons listed for this device

Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5

Strengths

It has great materials, with really great plastics used in its construction.
Battery life is between about eight and a half to nine hours, effectively all-day battery life.
It's perfect for business people who travel a lot, as well as those who need a solid productivity powerhouse.
The laptop is also suitable for non-profits, given its affordability and serviceability.
Lenovo's warranty and customer service are not too bad, making it a reliable choice.
It's ideal for photographers who want to edit photos on the go or use as a backup hard drive.

Weaknesses

The laptop has slightly better speakers would make it almost perfect.
The keyboard layout is slightly weird, with caps lock being displayed as 'LK'.
Gamers might struggle with the laptop's performance, especially when playing high-end games.
Video editors may also face some limitations, particularly when working with 1080p compressed content.
Audio editors might be okay, but light gaming is not its forte.
The speakers are not very good.
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Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 4

The Lenovo ThinkPad E14 is a no-frills business laptop that gets the job done with ease. Featuring both AMD and Intel hardware options, this device caters to consumers seeking a straightforward office computing experience. Our review unit boasts an Intel Core i5-1235U processor, paired with 8GB of DDR4 RAM and a 57Wh battery pack. With its robust build and comfortable typing experience, the ThinkPad E14 is poised to make a solid impression in the business laptop market.

Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5

The Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 is a solid productivity powerhouse designed for busy professionals on-the-go. With its compact 14-inch screen, this laptop is perfect for business travelers and those who need a reliable device to get work done from anywhere. While it may not be the best choice for gamers or video editors, its robust performance and impressive battery life make it an ideal option for students, non-profits, and photographers who need a dependable laptop that can keep up with their demands.

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