If you prioritize durability and higher performance for tasks like 3D modeling, machine learning, or engineering software, the ThinkPad T14 is worth the extra expense; however, if your needs are more basic, such as browsing, office work, and media consumption, and you're looking for a more budget-friendly option that still offers reasonable performance, then the V15 should serve you well despite having a shorter battery life and less robust construction compared to the ThinkPad T14. Remember, the ThinkPad is also typically more portable and business-oriented. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Lenovo ThinkPad T14
Very good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
Very good for software development
Very good for content creation
Very good overall build quality
Very good portability
Good speakers
Excellent keyboard
Advantages of the Lenovo V15
The Lenovo V15 has no clear advantages over the Lenovo ThinkPad T14.
Key differences
General Use
8.5/10
7.3/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
321.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
231.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
8.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.6/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 is very good for general use, while the Lenovo V15 is good.
While both Lenovo ThinkPad T14 and V15 are suitable for everyday tasks, the ThinkPad T14 offers a faster CPU and more RAM for smoother multitasking, along with a higher-quality screen, making it more adept for intensive work and better visual experiences; it also boasts greater portability and longer battery life, which enhances its usability on the go. The V15, on the other hand, while providing decent performance, has less emphasis on screen quality and battery life, which may make it less optimal for heavy usage or frequent travel.
Gaming and AI
6.7/10
6.1/10
4.0/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.3/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.7/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 and Lenovo V15 are both only fair for gaming and AI, though the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 is somewhat better.
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 and V15 both have GPUs that can handle gaming and 3D tasks adequately, but they may not provide the high-end performance that demanding games and complex 3D rendering require. While the screen refresh rates may not be the highest, compromising smooth motion in fast-paced scenes, the CPUs and screen quality are satisfactory for a fair gaming and 3D experience.
Engineering and Design
8.0/10
6.3/10
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.6/10
4.0/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 is very good for engineering and design, while the Lenovo V15 is only fair.
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 typically offers stronger CPU and GPU performance, more RAM, and superior screen quality which are essential for demanding engineering tasks and design work, whereas the Lenovo V15, while serviceable, may not handle these tasks as smoothly because it is generally equipped with less powerful components. Furthermore, the T14 usually boasts a better keyboard and is built more robustly, providing a more comfortable user experience for long working sessions despite being less portable than the lighter V15, which could be louder and less immersive due to lower speaker quality.
Content Creation
8.3/10
7.3/10
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.6/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 is very good for content creation, while the Lenovo V15 is good.
PerfectRec’s Content Creation Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for photo editing, video editing and other content creation tasks.
Software Development
8.3/10
7.1/10
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.6/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 is very good for software development, while the Lenovo V15 is good.
PerfectRec’s Software Development Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for software developers.
Screen Quality
6.9/10
5.4/10
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
321.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
231.0 nits
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 has a better screen than the Lenovo V15 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 offers a screen with higher resolution and brightness, making it suitable for general use and detailed engineering work, where color accuracy and clear visuals are crucial. However, its lower refresh rate means it's less ideal for 3D applications and gaming, where fluid motion is key to the experience. Conversely, the Lenovo V15's screen falls short in resolution, brightness, and color gamut, making it less desirable for any use where display quality is a priority, including both daily tasks and specialized professional work.
Portability
Very Good
Good
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
2.9 lbs
WEIGHT
3.7 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 has very good portability, while the Lenovo V15 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
8.0/10
6.7/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 has very good build quality, while the Lenovo V15 has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,241
$579
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 has a price of $1,241 and the Lenovo V15 costs $579.
"We like a lot about this laptop. It has many ports, with the inclusion of RJ45-Ethernet as a defining feature. WWAN is upgradable for maximum flexibility and the ThinkPad has many security functions. Working with the ThinkPad input devices is a lot of fun, and Lenovo puts in a serviceable Low Power panel. The AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 7840U delivers a great performance and does not drain the battery fast. Fan noise and temperatures are nothing special, but also far away from bad. With the user replaceable keyboard, the ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 has a special feature rarely present on most modern laptops."
"The strengths of the Lenovo V15 G2 AMD lie in its expandability of the RAM and allowing you to use two SSDs, in its performance that goes beyond everyday applications thanks to AMD's hexa-core CPU and Vega-7 iGPU, in its good keyboard, and its relatively robust case. In addition, the battery life of the office laptop is also acceptable, and the device stays cool and relatively quiet."
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About Lenovo
Lenovo is a Chinese technology company, and one of the largest personal computer vendor. They are well known for a variety of technology products, including laptops. Their consumer series include their entry level IdeaPad and LOQ series and mid-to-high-end Yoga and Legion series. On the business-oriented side, their series include their entry-level ThinkBook series and mid-to-high-end ThinkPad series. Lenovo laptops offer strong performance for reasonable prices, and are often on sale.
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