Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 5vsLenovo ThinkBook 14p Gen 2

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Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 5
ThinkPad T14 Gen 5

Quick Stats

The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 5 delivers adequate performance for daily usage and moderate tasks.
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 5 boasts an exceptionally sturdy build with a professional design quality.
The display is solid, yet unremarkable, with adequate resolution for general use but not high pixel density desired.
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 5 offers Ethernet, Thunderbolt 4 ports, and USB Type-C charging features.
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Lenovo ThinkBook 14p Gen 2
ThinkBook 14p Gen 2

Quick Stats

The Lenovo ThinkBook 14p Gen 2 delivers strong performance capabilities, rivaling Intel Core i7 processors overall.
The build quality is impressive, featuring a solid aluminum lid and sturdy keyboard deck for comfort typing experience.
The OLED display is a highlight of the Lenovo ThinkBook 14p Gen 2, offering vibrant colors and deep contrast.
The Lenovo ThinkBook 14p Gen 2 boasts an impressive feature set, with OLED display.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 5
Winner
#219
Lenovo ThinkBook 14p Gen 2
#222
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 5
#537
Lenovo ThinkBook 14p Gen 2
#355
Winner
Display
Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 5
#252
Winner
Lenovo ThinkBook 14p Gen 2
#255
Performance
Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 5
#347
Winner
Lenovo ThinkBook 14p Gen 2
#566
Build
Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 5
#292
Winner
Lenovo ThinkBook 14p Gen 2
#312
Features
Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 5
#500
Lenovo ThinkBook 14p Gen 2
#100
Winner

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Lenovo Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 5
Lenovo Lenovo ThinkBook 14p Gen 2
up to 64GB
up to 16GB
up to 4000GB SSD
up to 1000GB SSD
Intel Core Ultra 7 165U
AMD Ryzen 9 5900HX
Intel UHD Graphics Xe 750 (16EU)
AMD Radeon RX Vega 8 (R4000/5000, 35/45W)
1x 2280 M.2 NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 See photo
N/A

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 5

Strengths

wonderful keyboard
wonderful trackpad
decent screen
decent speakers
Ethernet connectivity and optional one which is not so uh should be taken for granted
being charged by USB type-c which is wonderful by itself

Weaknesses

CPU benchmarks were kind of disappointing
multicore score was too low even against the X1 Carbon
single core score increased significantly with charger but multicore score still lower than expected
GPU benchmark scores (Open CL and Vulcan) were relatively high
SSD speeds are average, r-speeds are more than okay
device might not be suitable for heavy usage or demanding applications

Lenovo ThinkBook 14p Gen 2

Strengths

The laptop's OLED display looks spectacular
It's very portable, great for graphics and video
Pretty good for gaming as well
Ryzen offering in this form factor is nice to see
CPU score on 3D Mark test is high (1426)
Fan noise isn't bad when keeping the bottom clear
Speakers are loud and have good stereo separation
Can run Linux with ease

Weaknesses

Audio quality falls a bit short, speakers are tinny
Not ideal for music and games without headphones or Bluetooth connection
Fan noise can be a concern if not kept clear
Thermal throttling might occur under heavy sustained load
Intel i7 processor has slightly better graphical performance
Ryzen chip does much better for its CPU score on 3D Mark test
Not ideal for playing high-end games at full refresh rate
Speakers are located on the bottom, may cause obstruction
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Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 5

The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 5 is a laptop that promises to deliver everything you might need from a device in its class. With a decent screen, speakers, and a wonderful keyboard and trackpad, this laptop is designed for day-to-day usage. The Intel Ultra 7 155 U CPU provides a reliable performance, although the multicore score leaves something to be desired. Let's dive into the review to see if this ThinkPad T14 Gen 5 can live up to its expectations.

Lenovo ThinkBook 14p Gen 2

The Lenovo ThinkBook 14p Gen 2 is a slim and powerful laptop that combines the strengths of AMD's Ryzen processor with a vibrant OLED display. This compact device is designed for creators, gamers, and professionals who need a portable machine that can handle demanding tasks. With its impressive graphical capabilities and decent gaming performance, it's an attractive option for those seeking a balance between form and function. In this review, we'll delve into the ThinkBook 14p Gen 2's features, performance, and overall value to help you decide if it's the right fit for your needs.

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