Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2vsLenovo ThinkBook 13s Gen 2

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Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2
ThinkPad T14 Gen 2

Quick Stats

The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 delivers decent performance for its class and price point.
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 boasts a sturdy build with deep key travel and comfortable keyboard layout overall.
The display is a highlight, offering crisp visuals and good color accuracy with decent battery life compromise.
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 offers a range of notable features for optimal performance and convenience.
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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
Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2
#558
Lenovo ThinkBook 13s Gen 2
Winner
#554
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2
#354
Winner
Lenovo ThinkBook 13s Gen 2
#531
Display
Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2
#512
Lenovo ThinkBook 13s Gen 2
#243
Winner
Performance
Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2
#621
Winner
Lenovo ThinkBook 13s Gen 2
#749
Build
Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2
#311
Lenovo ThinkBook 13s Gen 2
#278
Winner
Features
Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2
#525
Lenovo ThinkBook 13s Gen 2
#485
Winner

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Lenovo Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2
Lenovo Lenovo ThinkBook 13s Gen 2
up to 48GB
up to 16GB
up to 4000GB SSD
up to 2000GB SSD
AMD Ryzen 5 5600U
Intel Core i7-1165G7
Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 (80EU)
Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 (96EU)
N/A
1x M.2 NVMe slot See photo

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2

Strengths

The pluses for this are deep key travel, a really comfy keyboard, it's relatively speaking pretty thin and light even if it's not verging on carbon territory, and a lot of ports here I mean ethernet on an ultrabook you just don't see that anymore
A really comfy keyboard
Display options are pretty decent for this class of machine too

Weaknesses

No specific cons listed for this device

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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Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2

The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 is an iterative update to the previous model, boasting improved specs without a redesign. This ultrabook features deep key travel and a comfortable keyboard, making it a solid choice for those who value typing experience. The device also packs plenty of ports, including Ethernet, which is a rare feature in modern ultrabooks. However, some drawbacks include higher temperatures and louder fan noise than average, as well as relatively short battery life compared to its competitors.

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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