Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2vsLenovo V17 Gen 2

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Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2
ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2

Quick Stats

The Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 provides capable performance for everyday tasks and office applications smoothly.
The ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 boasts an excellent build quality, making it perfect for frequent use.
The display is a highlight of the Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2, but could be slightly improved.
The Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 boasts an impressive array of features and excellent build quality.
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Lenovo V17 Gen 2
V17 Gen 2

Quick Stats

The Lenovo V17 Gen 2's performance is decent but may struggle with demanding workloads and prolonged usage.
The Lenovo V17 Gen 2's major letdown is its flimsy and fragile build quality overall.
The Lenovo V17 Gen 2's display is a standout feature with impressive quality and color accuracy.
The Lenovo V17 Gen 2 features two USB ports, HDMI outboard, audio jack, SD card reader.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2
Winner
#661
Lenovo V17 Gen 2
#664
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2
#413
Lenovo V17 Gen 2
#222
Winner
Display
Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2
#501
Winner
Lenovo V17 Gen 2
#742
Performance
Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2
#748
Lenovo V17 Gen 2
#629
Winner
Build
Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2
#275
Winner
Lenovo V17 Gen 2
#764
Features
Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2
#482
Winner
Lenovo V17 Gen 2
#578

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Lenovo Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2
Lenovo Lenovo V17 Gen 2
up to 16GB
up to 40GB
up to 2000GB SSD
up to 2000GB SSD + up to 1000GB HDD
Intel Core i7-1185G7
Intel Processor U300
Intel UHD Graphics Xe G4 (48EU)
NVIDIA GeForce MX350
1x M.2 NVMe slot See photo
1x 2280 M.2 NVMe slot See photo

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2

Strengths

The convenience of having a stylus pen mounted inside the corner of the chassis is useful.
The laptop has a durable chassis with typical ThinkPad built quality.
There are plenty of ports for a 13.3-inch laptop, including two USB Type-A and two USB Type-C ports.
The business-oriented ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 has several security features to keep your data safe.
The stylus pen is not perfect for long periods but useful nonetheless.
The ThinkPad keyboard is excellent, a hallmark of Lenovo's laptops.
You get the 2-1 modes to work with and a convenient garage ThinkPad pen pro stylus.
Overall, outstanding value for business two-in-one laptop.

Weaknesses

There's no option for a 4G SIM slot, which can be a compromise if your work takes you on the road.
The battery life is above average but not class leading, a trade-off with performance over battery life.
Better brightness would have helped if you work near a window or need to take the yoga outside to work on.
Maximum 16 gigabytes of soldered-on RAM might not be enough for heavyweight apps like Adobe Premiere Pro or Photoshop.
The stylus pen is not perfect and can't be used for long periods, only occasionally useful.
The maximum 16 gigabytes of memory can't be upgraded, a disadvantage if you're a power user.
Disappointingly, the battery won't last a full day at the office, especially with heavy use.
Older games will struggle to run smoothly even on low-medium settings.

Lenovo V17 Gen 2

Strengths

Their full HD IPS display here is great offering decent peak brightness of around 350 nits good uniformity high contrast ratio and near full sRGB coverage
The keyboard here is a superstar with both a backlight and spill resistance
We have good enough key travel and clicky feedback on the touchpad has a Mylar cover which is plenty smooth while the clicking mechanism is comfortable and has a satisfying click
You can get decent performance out of this device, especially for entry-level and beginner creator work

Weaknesses

The plastic chassis with questionable build quality due to the thin profile and low weight
There are bendy areas such as the lid and the keyboard deck which shows the budget nature of the laptop
The cooling solution doesn't seem capable of sustaining a load on the chip, resulting in clock speeds going down and temperatures rising during stress tests
You only have two USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports, a slower USB 2.0 port, and an HDMI outboard, which may not be enough for more demanding users
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Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2

The Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 is a versatile convertible laptop designed for business users. This 13.3-inch device offers a sturdy chassis, excellent keyboard, and a range of ports, making it an ideal choice for those who need to switch between laptop and tablet modes. Powered by Intel's Tiger Lake processor, the ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 delivers decent performance, although battery life falls short of expectations. With its robust feature set and affordable price point, this convertible is well-suited for price-conscious businesses or individuals seeking a reliable two-in-one device.

Lenovo V17 Gen 2

The Lenovo V17 Gen 2 is an affordable entry-level notebook that boasts a large display and impressive specs. With a sturdy plastic chassis, despite questionable build quality due to its thin profile and low weight, the laptop offers ample space for productivity and creation. The keyboard shines with backlighting and spill resistance, while the touchpad provides smooth navigation. We'll delve into the device's performance, cooling system, battery life, and display quality in this review.

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